June 4, 2009
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General F.A.Q.
- What does The HSUS do?
- How is The HSUS affiliated with my local humane society?
- How is The HSUS affiliated with other animal organizations?
- Can I get more information about The HSUS and its organizations?
- Does The HSUS offer programs or literature for children?
- How can I get information about The HSUS' financial status and fund allocations?
- How can I receive The HSUS magazine, All Animals?
- Does The HSUS have a catalog or store?
- How can I receive an animal calendar?
The HSUS is the nation's largest animal protection organization. The HSUS is a mainstream voice for animals, with active programs in companion animals, wildlife and habitat protection, animals in research, and farm animals. Our mission is to celebrate animals and confront cruelty. The HSUS protects all animals through legislation, litigation, investigation, education, science, advocacy and field work. A non-profit organization, The HSUS celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2004, is based in Washington, D.C. and has regional representatives across the country.
How is The HSUS affiliated with my local humane society?
Local humane societies and SPCAs are independent entities and are not run by The HSUS or any other national entity. The HSUS works with local humane societies and supports their work through training, evaluations, publications, and other professional services. Additionally, The HSUS operates its own network of animal sanctuaries and rescue operations, providing emergency care and homes to more animals than any other organization in the United States. Find out how The HSUS serves local animal shelters and provides direct animal care coast to coast.
How is The HSUS affiliated with other animal organizations?
The HSUS shares similar goals with many organizations. We are directly affiliated with the following organizations:
Can I get more information about The HSUS and its organizations?
To receive a packet of information about The HSUS and membership, please contact us by phone, email, or conventional mail (301-258-8276, membership@hsus.org, or HSUS, 2100 L St, NW, Washington D.C. 20037). We will provide you with information about our programs and a complimentary issue of our magazine, All Animals.
Does The HSUS offer programs or literature for children?
Our youth education division, Humane Society: Youth, oversees the Mission: Humane program to involve youth in animal protection and produces KIND News, a series of animal newspapers designed for grades K-6. If you would like to sign up a classroom for Kind News or receive further information on Mission: Humane, please call 860-434-8666, or visit Parents & Educators. For educational resources for middle and high school students, visit www.humaneteen.org.
How can I get information about The HSUS's financial status and fund allocations?
The latest annual reports are available online. To receive a copy of The HSUS' latest financial report, call us at 202-452-1100, or email us at membership@hsus.org.
How can I receive The HSUS magazine, All Animals?
Members who donate a one-time gift of at least $25, as well as all participants in our monthly pledge program, receive our bimonthly magazine, All Animals. All Animals updates HSUS members on animal-protection issues, recent HSUS successes, and special programs. If you would like a sample issue, please contact HSUS Membership Services at 301-258-8276.
Does The HSUS have a catalog or store?
In place of a catalog, The HSUS has an online store. You can shop for a variety of products for both you and your pet at The Humane Domain. To browse our merchandise, please visit www.humanedomain.org. A portion of all proceeds will be used to support our animal protection programs.
How can I receive an animal calendar?
HSUS members receive the Pet Lover's Calendar as part of their membership. To request a free copy (while supplies last), and to learn about membership, please contact The HSUS at 301-258-8276.