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Nebraska Shelter Dogs Reunite at 'Furmily' Fundraiser
Acts of KindnessJun 15

Nebraska Shelter Dogs Reunite at 'Furmily' Fundraiser

Dozens of adopted dogs returned to reconnect with their shelter friends and the staff who helped them find forever homes. The heartwarming reunion doubled as a fundraiser while giving current shelter dogs a chance to meet potential adopters.

Google: reunion family2 min read
Nova Scotia Shelter Empties Out From Nonstop Adoptions
Acts of KindnessJan 27

Nova Scotia Shelter Empties Out From Nonstop Adoptions

A Canadian animal shelter can't keep pets in stock long enough to list them online. Bide Awhile Animal Shelter has been empty for days as eager adopters line up before opening to take home every available cat and dog.

Good News Network2 min read
Spokane Volunteers Surge as Shelter Needs Grow
Acts of KindnessJan 18

Spokane Volunteers Surge as Shelter Needs Grow

More Spokane residents are volunteering at homeless shelters this winter, filling critical gaps in meal service, intake support, and daily operations. The wave of helpers is transforming how local shelters handle rising demand during the coldest months.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Salinas Shelter Seeks Volunteers to Help Animals Find Homes
Acts of KindnessFeb 13

Salinas Shelter Seeks Volunteers to Help Animals Find Homes

A California animal shelter is calling for volunteers to help dogs, cats, rabbits, and ducks find their forever families. Just two hours a week can transform a stressed shelter animal into an adoptable companion.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Hawaii Shelters Let Tourists Borrow Dogs for Beach Days
Acts of KindnessApr 8

Hawaii Shelters Let Tourists Borrow Dogs for Beach Days

Missing your dog on vacation? Three Hawaiian animal shelters now let tourists take shelter dogs on beach adventures for the day. The programs help dogs get adopted while giving visitors a meaningful way to give back.

Good Good Good2 min read
Delhi Opens Community Halls as Winter Shelters for Homeless
SolutionsJan 25

Delhi Opens Community Halls as Winter Shelters for Homeless

Three community halls in Delhi are now serving as emergency night shelters for homeless residents and hospital visitors after courts declared shelter a fundamental right. The move comes as temperatures dropped to 7.6°C, creating urgent need for warm overnight spaces.

The Hindu2 min read
Cincinnati Shelter Slumber Pawty Raises Funds for Dogs
Acts of KindnessApr 9

Cincinnati Shelter Slumber Pawty Raises Funds for Dogs

Twenty volunteers are swapping their comfy beds for concrete floors to spend 24 hours at Cincinnati Animal CARE, raising money for shelter dogs who sometimes wait years for homes. The "Shelter Slumber Pawty" happening April 18 will fund medical care and resources to help animals find families faster.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
1,500 Learners Graduate New Animal Shelter Training Program
SolutionsJan 22

1,500 Learners Graduate New Animal Shelter Training Program

Southern Utah University and Best Friends Animal Society have trained over 1,500 shelter workers nationwide, awarding 770 professional certificates in animal care. The partnership is transforming how Americans learn to save shelter pets.

Google News - Education Milestone2 min read
Oregon Animal Shelter Needs 20 Daily Volunteers to Help
Acts of KindnessMar 24

Oregon Animal Shelter Needs 20 Daily Volunteers to Help

Clatsop Animal Assistance needs 20 volunteers daily to care for 50 shelter animals, offering flexible opportunities from dog walking to fostering. Last year, compassionate volunteers donated 23,000 hours to give shelter pets love and enrichment. #

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Bloomsburg Shelter Needs Volunteers as 5 Find Jobs, Homes
Acts of KindnessJan 20

Bloomsburg Shelter Needs Volunteers as 5 Find Jobs, Homes

A Pennsylvania shelter helping people experiencing homelessness has already housed one person permanently and helped five others find jobs this winter. Now they need more volunteers to keep their doors open as temperatures plunge into single digits.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Volunteers Give 1,200+ Hours to Keep Burien Shelter Open
Acts of KindnessJun 5

Volunteers Give 1,200+ Hours to Keep Burien Shelter Open

Community volunteers donated more than 1,200 overnight hours in 2025 to help Hospitality House provide safe shelter for people experiencing homelessness in Burien. Now the nonprofit is looking for more overnight volunteers to join their mission.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Winnipeg Jets Honor Shelter Director as Community Hero
VideosApr 2

Winnipeg Jets Honor Shelter Director as Community Hero

Ang Braun, who leads Genesis House shelter in Winkler, got a standing ovation at a Winnipeg Jets game for her decades of helping women and families. She almost deleted the invitation email because she thought it was fake.

Google News - Community Hero2 min read
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Acts of KindnessApr 30

Retired Firefighter Adopts Dog After Years in Shelter

A Tennessee dog who spent most of his life waiting in a shelter finally found his forever home with a retired firefighter. The "lovable" pup's long wait for a family ended with a perfect match.

Google News - Firefighter Rescues2 min read
Springfield Animal Shelter Needs Volunteers After Parvo
Acts of KindnessApr 24

Springfield Animal Shelter Needs Volunteers After Parvo

A Massachusetts animal shelter is bouncing back from a health crisis and calling for volunteers to help with everything from laundry to driving pets to the vet. The TJO Adoption Center says volunteers aren't just helpful—they're essential to keeping the doors open.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
51 Dogs Rescued After Arkansas Shelter Collapse
Community HeroesFeb 17

51 Dogs Rescued After Arkansas Shelter Collapse

When a shelter owner's divorce left 51 dogs trapped in failing conditions, Animal Rescue Corps launched one of their biggest operations to save them. One dog named Yoshi had been waiting a decade for a second chance.

Good News Network2 min read
Nova Scotia Shelter Empty: Pets Adopted Same-Day
VideosJan 26

Nova Scotia Shelter Empty: Pets Adopted Same-Day

A Canadian animal shelter has run completely out of adoptable pets because people are scooping them up faster than they arrive. Even senior cats with medical issues are finding homes within hours.

Sunny Skyz2 min read
Iowa Cat Shelter Rebuilds After Fire With Help From Volunteers
Acts of KindnessFeb 12

Iowa Cat Shelter Rebuilds After Fire With Help From Volunteers

After a devastating fire last month, a cat rescue shelter in Iowa is getting back on its feet thanks to volunteers who cleared debris and started repairs. The Traphouse of Appanoose County is one step closer to reopening its doors to cats in need.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
112 Shelter Pets Fly to Safety Hours Before Euthanasia
Community HeroesApr 6

112 Shelter Pets Fly to Safety Hours Before Euthanasia

A team of celebrities worked through the night to rescue 112 dogs and cats from Los Angeles shelters just hours before they were scheduled to be euthanized. The animals were flown to cities across the country where they'll have a better chance at finding forever homes.

Google: rescue saves2 min read
Mesa County Shelter Seeks Volunteers for Animal Care
Acts of KindnessMay 12

Mesa County Shelter Seeks Volunteers for Animal Care

Mesa County Animal Services is recruiting volunteers to help shelter animals stay healthy, socialized, and ready for loving homes. No experience required—just a willingness to show up and make a difference.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Maryland Shelter Launches New Volunteer Program for Animals
Acts of KindnessJun 11

Maryland Shelter Launches New Volunteer Program for Animals

A Maryland animal shelter has transformed how volunteers help care for hundreds of pets each year. The new program includes safety training, hands-on tours, and a first-ever volunteer handbook.

Google: volunteers help3 min read

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