WELCOME to Pet and wildlife sanctuaries
At PAWS, We Protect All Animals—Wild and Domestic.
With your support, we accomplish this by establishing and operating protected, no-kill sanctuaries where rescued animals can recover, heal, and thrive. Our sanctuaries provide safe spaces for those who have experienced trauma or abuse, ensuring they receive the love and care they deserve.
We also maintain open areas for local wildlife, offering them a peaceful environment to roam freely.
At PAWS, the majority of the animals in our care are now lifetime residents, and we are committed to giving each of them the best life possible. Your contribution helps us continue to make this vision a reality—one animal at a time.
“The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.”
-Mahatma Gandhi
Pet And Wildlife Sanctuaries, Inc. (PAWS) provides protected sanctuaries where rescued pets and local wildlife can not only survive—but truly thrive—in lush environments that offer both open spaces and the comforts of their natural habitats.
Each sanctuary we establish and maintain is made possible through ongoing funding. This support comes from a combination of local, state, and federal contracts, as well as contributions from corporations, small businesses, and—most importantly—individual donors like YOU!
100% of the donations PAWS receives go directly toward our mission of fostering and protecting animals. These funds directly benefit the animals in our care and help create positive, lasting impacts on the communities surrounding our sanctuaries.
If you're unable to donate at this time, please consider volunteering at one of our sanctuaries or keeping us in mind for future opportunities to give. Every bit of support helps us continue our work for the animals!
Changing the world is possible.
We’ve done it before, and we’re ready to do it again.
We are Dedicated to Creating Lasting Change
With years of experience, our leadership team is committed to tackling one of the greatest challenges of our time—making No-Kill a national policy. We are results-driven and have a proven track record of success in creating meaningful, lasting impact for animals and their communities.
Ready to take the next step?
This Is a Movement of Billions—and Billions of Dollars.
Whether you prefer to contribute your time to help us achieve our advocacy goals, your financial support to fuel our growth, or your energy to put political pressure on governments for change, we need you on our team.
Take Action Today!
Pet And Wildlife Sanctuaries (PAWS) has set an ambitious goal: to expand into all 50 states by the year 2040.
While we may not be able to change the law overnight and make every state a no-kill state, we can certainly do our part.
By establishing and maintaining no-kill sanctuaries across the country, we are giving every rescued animal not just a chance to survive—but a chance to truly live.
— Mark Ptomey, Founder and President of Pet And Wildlife Sanctuaries, Inc.
Let’s Get to Work!
We’re always looking for new allies, advocates, and partners to join us in our local efforts. Whether you’re looking to volunteer, collaborate, or support our mission, together we can make a lasting difference for the animals in our care.
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