Yes, I want to support the Whatcom Humane Society!
Donations help sustain our shelter and support our programs to care for animals in Whatcom County. The minimum donation amount is $10.00.
The Whatcom Humane Society (WHS) is a 501(c)3, independent non-profit organization which depends upon the generous donations of our members to fund the vital programs and services we offer. WHS is not a government agency nor associated with any national or other animal welfare organization. (Tax ID# 91-0677564)
How Your Generosity Helps

Domestic Animal Shelter:
$50 = 1 week of food for shelter dogs/cats
$100 = vaccinations for 10 dogs or cats
$200 = blood work for 8 senior animals
$500 = full service veterinary treatment, supplies and medication for an injured animal in need
$1000 = emergency after-hours call-out services from WHS animal control officers for 1 week
Farm Facility:
$50 = 5 bales of hay
$100 = farrier service for 3 horses
$200 = barn supplies for 1 month
$500 = 20 bags of livestock/equine grain
$1000 = full service equine veterinary care, medication and ongoing treatment for an injured horse in need

ANIMAL ADVOCATE
Join Our Animal Advocate Program by Sponsoring an Animal Today!
Wild Animal Advocate
Domestic Animal Advocate
We will automatically transfer your gift for this time period without needing to process additional transactions. Your advocacy will continue as long as you want, cancel anytime.
Farm Animal Advocate
How it Works
Wild animals need your support too!
How your generosity helps
- $50 = 3 days of food for injured swans
- $100 = vaccinations and de-wormer for 10 animals in our small mammal nursery
- $200 = full service veterinary treatment, supplies and medication for an injured bald eagle or owl
- $500 = 1 month of gas for the wildlife rehabilitation center vehicle
- $1000 = 3 months of infant formula for orphaned fawns
Wild animals need your support too!
Annual Membership
Membership dues will be renewed annually from the date of your annual membership renewal/donation. You will receive an email prompting you to renew or cancel anytime via PayPal.
Lifetime Membership
Celebrate animals through your entire life with a $5,000 lifetime membership to Whatcom Humane Society.
Membership Privileges
- Ability to vote at annual WHS board of director meeting and special meetings
- PawPrint, the WHS newsletter
- Invitations to special WHS events like our Masquerade Gala, Woof & Whisker Awards and other fun events
- The knowledge that you are supporting the oldest non-profit open-admission shelter in Whatcom County
WHS memberships make great holiday, birthday or anniversary gifts.
Planned Giving
Planned giving is a way to continue your annual gift FOREVER!
If you’ve been giving $100 annually, a simple gift of $2,000 through your will or estate plan would generate $100 in interest each year – that $2,000 will continue your annual gift in perpetuity.
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Brick Fundraiser
Support the ongoing operation of our shelters with an engraved brick in front of our shelter.
Honor or memorialize a person or pet, advertise your business, service club or group, or show support of WHS from an individual or family!
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8″ x 8″ BRICK
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SPONSORSHIPS
Sponsoring a Whatcom Humane Society event is a great way to publicize and advertise your business to thousands of animal lovers in the community.
Monies raised from each event are vital to our annual operating budget. Sponsorship opportunities range from $250 – $3,000.
Click for more information about event sponsorship opportunities.
Or please contact Dana Browne at (360) 733-2080, ext #3014 or email: events@whatcomhumane.org.
OTHER WAYS TO GIVE
Fulfill our Wish Lists
The Whatcom Humane Society cares for thousands of companion animals each year. Community support is essential in helping the staff and volunteers at WHS provide care and comfort for abandoned, abused and neglected animals. Please consider donating one or more items from the shelter’s “wish list”. Your generosity and efforts are greatly appreciated!
During the COVID19 stay at home order, several local Whatcom County businesses are offering delivery services for pet food and supplies. Please consider supporting these businesses and their employees:
petStop (Sehome Village): Use promo code "WHS" for a 10% discount and free shipping directly to the shelter!
https://www.petstopinfo.net/products/shop/
DoorStep Pet Supply:
http://www.doorstepdelivers.com/
For more ideas, check out our Amazon.com Wishlist! Just click the link & search for Whatcom Humane. Our shelter accepts donations Wednesday – Saturday from 10am – 6pm & Sunday – Monday from 11am – 5pm. For more information, please contact us at (360)733-2080 ext #3116 or email outreach@whatcomhumane.org.
Host an Event
Would you like to help WHS animals by hosting an event? Gather your friends, family, and fellow animal lovers to host a trivia night, art show, bake sale or other event. Donate your proceeds to benefit animals at the Whatcom Humane Society. It’s that easy! If you’d like to get started on planning your event to help our furry friends, please contact Dana, our Events Manager, to learn about our third party event guidelines. She can be reached at events@whatcomhumane.org or 360-733-2080 x3014.
Donate a Vehicle
You “auto” donate your old car, truck, boat or trailer for the animals at the Whatcom Humane Society. All vehicles must be in good running condition – no “junkers” please! Your donation is tax deductible and will help support the programs and services that WHS provides all year long.
More Easy Ways to Support WHS!
TRIBUTES
If you’re looking for a meaningful way to honor someone special, please consider making a memorial or honorarium gift.
- A family member who recently lost a beloved pet.
- A friend who recently lost a loved one who was a dedicated animal lover.
- A gift for someone who “has everything”.
- To commemorate birthdays, weddings, holidays, anniversaries and other important dates.
The recipient will receive a letter from the Whatcom Humane Society announcing your generous tax deductible gift.
Make a Tribute Gift
In Honor Of…
Chris Hudson
Lina Zeine
Emily and Megan Johnson
Sylvia and Greg McDonald
Janice Homes and David Thorn
Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund
Jenn Bradley, Brian, and Sadie
Lynn Graham and Bill Smith
Kathleen King
Jonathan Hancock
Keith H. Allex
Debra Cook
Megan & Emily Johnson
Rachel Ostrander
Barbara and Sean Gallagher
Miriam Ban
Sara Constans
Mr. Mike Miller
Suzan Miller
Oliver Obukowicz
Brian Locher
Steve Veitch and Shannon Connelly
Thomas Veitch
Susan Cole
Shanna Cole
Wendy Wixson
Tiffany Chambers
In Memory Of…
Aegina, Mocha, and Brenda
Michael and Janice Hogan
Annie Alexis
Robin Kovert
Bob
Shelly Mazur and Phyllis Mazur
Casey and Cheeto
Mary Kay Sims
Cody
Peter and Paula deVaux
Corcoran Jennifer Brown
Allison Potts
Hazel
Mr. and Mrs. James Clay
Jake
Chelsea Cassell
Jessica Harris
Rita Clark and Robert Potter
Jim Campbell
Gordon and Anita Parkhill
Patricia Cartmill
Barbara Campbell
Eileen and Rob Warner
Fred and Kaye Forsberg
Janet Straka
Cary Cartmill and Patti Cartmill
Susan Bennett
Maryann Martin
Juniper
Roxanne Peterson
Lou
Rick and Lisa
Lynn
Gwynne Briggs
Lynn Heimsoth, Sukha, and Artemis
Whatcom Therapy Dogs
Lynn Megard
Mr. and Mrs. Paul Landgren
Tammy Evens
Gail Kratzig
Clyde Shetler
Janice Vander Stoep
Janet Megard
Margaret
Joan Gaasland-Smith and Steven Smith
Margaret Sterud
Wiona Helgesen
Janet and Richard Downard
Nick Desho
La Juan Huffman
Mr. and Mrs. Ken Weber
Mary Ann Strever
Penny The Pomeranian
Lyle and Pamela Sieg
Pierre
Cynthia and David Rodgers
Pria
Mr. and Mrs. Roger Gresley
Raymond Paul Moline Jr.
Stephanie Moline
Ruby Symoniak
Roderick Manion
Standley Claussen and Diesel
Janice Claussen
William "Bill" Boxx
Bellingham Fit Running Ladies
Meg Gustafson
Farmers Equipment Company
David Johnson and Shelly Justis-Johnson
William John Elfo
Carol Elfo
Yeti
Kristeen McMoran
Zoey
Kathy Young
TRIBUTES
If you’re looking for a meaningful way to honor someone special, please consider making a memorial or honorarium gift to the Whatcom Humane Society. Contributions in any amount may be made to commemorate a variety of occasions:
- A family member who recently lost a beloved pet.
- A friend who recently lost a loved one who was a dedicated animal lover.
- A gift for someone who “has everything”.
- To commemorate birthdays, weddings, holidays, anniversaries and other important dates.
The recipient will receive a letter from the Whatcom Humane Society announcing your generous tax deductible gift.
Gifts Made in Honor
Gifts Made in Memory
Make a Tribute Gift
DONOR PRIVACY POLICY
The Whatcom Humane Society respects the privacy of our donors and is committed to the highest standards of ethics and integrity in all fundraising efforts. We therefore do not share, loan, trade, rent or sell our donor list to any other non-affiliated organization.
To ensure that our donors and prospective donors can have full confidence in the Whatcom Humane Society, we follow the Donor Bill of Rights.
Donor Privacy Policy
The Donor Bill of Rights
- To be informed of the organization’s mission, of the way the organization intends to use donated resources, and of its capacity to use donations effectively for their intended purposes.
- To be informed of the identity of those serving on the organization’s governing board, and to expect the board to exercise prudent judgment in its stewardship responsibilities.
- To have access to the organization’s most recent financial statements.
- To be assured their gifts will be used for the purposes for which they were given.
- To receive appropriate acknowledgement and recognition.
- To be assured that information about their donation is handled with respect and with confidentiality to the extent provided by law.
- To expect that all relationships with individuals representing organizations of interest to the donor will be professional in nature.
- To be informed of whether those seeking donations are volunteers, employees of the organization or hired solicitors.
- To have the opportunity for their names to be deleted from mailing lists that an organization may intend to share.
- To feel free to ask questions when making a donation and to receive prompt, truthful and forthright answers.