2026 HOWL-IDAY GIVING GUIDE

2026 HOWL-IDAY GIVING GUIDE

Humane Society of Charlotte

HOWL-IDAY
GIVING GUIDE

Give a little joy. Make a lasting difference. Explore meaningful ways to support pets and the people who love them this holiday season.

Make a Holiday Gift
Give with heart

MAKE A DIFFERENCE THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

There are many ways to make the season meaningful at HSC. A donation, a bag of pet food, a thoughtful gift, or a few hours of your time can help provide care and resources for pets and the people who love them.

Choose your way to give

WAYS TO MAKE AN IMPACT

Whether you want to make a gift today or support HSC throughout the year, there is an option that works for you.

Make a Donation

Your gift supports HSC’s adoption, veterinary care, and pet support programs for animals and families across our community.

Make a gift →

Give Monthly

Join PAW-tomatic, HSC’s monthly giving community, and provide dependable support that helps make care possible all year long.

Join PAW-tomatic →

Give in Honor or Memory

Recognize someone special or remember a beloved person or pet with a tribute gift that supports HSC’s work.

Make a tribute gift →

Support Medical Care

Help provide treatment, medication, and specialized care for shelter animals with significant medical needs through Have a Heart.

Support Have a Heart →

Help Pets in Crisis

Support families facing urgent needs such as veterinary care, training, or temporary housing so pets can stay with the people who love them.

Support Pet Crisis Support →

Spay It Forward

Help make spay and neuter services more accessible for families who need assistance with the cost of surgery.

Give to Spay It Forward →

Give a Lasting Tribute

Honor a loved one, family member, or special pet with a personalized commemorative brick at HSC’s Animal Resource Center.

Purchase a brick →

Fundraise for HSC

Turn a birthday, holiday gathering, wedding, or personal milestone into an opportunity to support pets and people.

Start a fundraiser →

Give Through Work

Support HSC through your employer’s giving campaign, payroll deductions, or workplace matching gift program.

Explore workplace giving →

Explore additional options, including donor-advised funds, stock gifts, vehicle donations, and legacy giving, on our Ways to Give page.

Give something they need

HELP STOCK THE SHELVES

From everyday shelter supplies to pet food for local families, wishlist donations help HSC respond to practical needs across our programs.

Shop HSC Wishlists

Choose a list and send needed items directly to HSC.

Check HSC’s current needs before purchasing so your gift meets an active request.

A gift for animal lovers

SHOP WITH PURPOSE

Find something for the animal lover on your list while supporting HSC’s work in our community.

Shop HSC Merchandise

Browse HSC apparel, accessories, and pet-inspired designs. Every purchase from our online store supports our mission.

Shop HSC merch →

Shop Local with Paws for a Cause

Discover how local businesses can partner with HSC through round-up campaigns, give-back days, and special products.

Explore Paws for a Cause →
Give your time

SHARE THE GIFT OF YOURSELF

Giving back can be as simple as sharing your time and care. Explore ways to get involved with HSC.

Become a Foster

Open your home to an animal who could benefit from time outside the shelter. Foster families help prepare pets for their next chapter.

Learn about fostering →
Growing a kinder community

INSPIRE THE NEXT GENERATION

Give a young animal lover the chance to learn, connect, and make a difference. HSC offers educational experiences and opportunities for children, teens, and families throughout the year.

Explore HSC Education Programs
The season of giving

GIVE WITH HEART.
MAKE A DIFFERENCE.

Every gift, every purchase, and every act of kindness helps HSC provide care and resources for pets and the people who love them.

Thank you for making Humane Society of Charlotte part of your holiday giving.

Make Your Holiday Gift