Donate Supplies
Thank you for choosing to purchase and donate items for our shelter programs! Your kindness ensures that the animals in our care receive the best possible support while they wait for their forever homes.
If you’d like to drop off your donations in person, our Pet Help Center is open Monday-Wednesday and Friday-Saturday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. The Pet Help Center is closed on Sundays and Thursdays. The center is conveniently located right next to our Adoption Center at 1348 Parker Drive.
For easy drop-off:
- Pull into our parking lot upon arrival.
- Head towards the far right side of the building.
- Look for signage directing you to the donation drop-off area.
For any large quantity donations please contact our Director of Community Initiatives at ebrewer@humanecharlotte.org to make an appointment to ensure we have space and time to accept your donation as efficiently as possible.
We are regularly in need of the following items. Please note the specific requirements for certain items to help expedite their use. This list was updated on 9/30 and reflects our most urgent needs.
- Dry dog/cat kibble – any brand (can be opened, but must be in original packaging)
- Cat Litter
- Paper towels
- Fancy Feast Pate (chicken/beef/turkey) canned cat food
- liquid Bleach – any brand
- Dishwasher detergent
- Martingale style dog collars
- Nitrile exam gloves (all sizes)
- Dog and cat toys – New/Gently used
- Dog and cat treats – Nudges, Pupperoni and training treats are most beneficial
- Creamy peanut butter – please read the label as we cannot accept peanut butter with Xylitol
- Kong/indestructible toys
- Tall trash bags
- 55-gallon trash bags
- New and gently used pet crates and carriers – We are unable to use items that are rusted or have any broken pieces.
- Waterproof pet blanket donation
- Small towels (hand towel, wash cloths)
- Small blankets (no larger than twin size, fleece preferred)
- Puppy pee pads
- Liquid laundry detergent
- Pet Beds
We Are Not Currently in need of:
- Large towels and comforters
- Pet Clothes
- Sheets
- Dog leashes, harnesses
- Pet Bandanas
- Prescription Pet Food
- Pet Food Bowl Raisers
- Pet Ramps
- Pet Steps
- Pet Grooming Supplies
Thank you for thinking of us, be we do not accept the following items:
- Retractable leashes
- Raw food
- Comforters, or woven blankets
- Pillows
- Cushions
- Fitted Sheets
- Mattresses
- Rugs
- Carpet squares
- Dirty litter boxes, litter Scoops
- Ferret, Hamster, or other exotic pet housing, food, bedding, etc.
- Controlled substance medications
In addition to in-kind donations, we also greatly appreciate any monetary contributions you can provide. The Humane Society of Charlotte is not affiliated with a national organization, nor do we receive any funding from the city or county governments. We rely on generous donations from our supporters. Your gift supports the animals in our community and saves lives.
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