As we look back on 2025, one thing is crystal clear: we simply could not have made it through this year without you. Shelters across the country saw more animals arriving and staying longer than they have in years, and we felt that challenge here, too. Extra time in a kennel can wear on even the happiest animal—restlessness, loneliness, and stress can creep in quickly. But because of you, our dogs and cats didn’t lose hope.

The August Fund and the Tompkins Foundation for FeLV Advocacy are partnering to match all gifts up to $7,000 through midnight on 12/31. That means your donation today will help twice as many animals in need.