The purpose of Helping Animals to Survive, a 501c3 organization, is to act as guardians to protect and enhance the lives of companion animals through facilitating community involvement, education, legislation, and leadership.
The purpose of Helping Animals to Survive, a 501c3 organization, is to act as guardians to protect and enhance the lives of companion animals through facilitating community involvement, education, legislation, and leadership.
We accomplish this through continued implementation of comprehensive programs designed to promote an environment of respect, responsibility, and compassion, as we advocate for the humane treatment of animals.
We accomplish this through continued implementation of comprehensive programs designed to promote an environment of respect, responsibility, and compassion, as we advocate for the humane treatment of animals.
We are a 100% volunteer based organization, with all donations and funds going directly to helping animals in our community.
We believe that every animal deserves a chance, and we need volunteers and donations to help us reach our goals! If you are interested in giving of your time, please visit the Volunteer page to get started!
We also need donations so that we can support the animals in our community through various programs. If you are interested in giving, please do so at our Donate page.
HATS is not a rescue. We do not take in animals. We do provide resources for people who are looking to re-home, or who are missing their pets, or who have found pets and are attempting to find their owners. Please use the Resources button in the main menu for links to outside agencies that may be able to assist you.
We offer shelter support to Lincoln County Animal Services.
Board of Directors
The HATS Board of Directors is a diverse group of individuals who are dedicated to helping our community become more compassionate and humane as we strive to give every animal a chance. These volunteers represent the community and donate their time, passion and professional expertise to steer the vision and future of our mission.
Stefanie Westmoreland, President
Dana Pender, Vice President
Wendy Sloan, Secretary
Jennifer Aponte, Treasurer
Kevin Flynn
Kim Phillips
Partnership with Community
HATS extends heartfelt thanks to our community, local veterinarians, and county commissioners for supporting the No-Kill Initiative and helping make Lincoln County a better place for both pets and people. The success of this effort depends on all of us through shelter support, partnerships, and shared commitment. Together, we can ensure that every animal has the chance for a safe and loving home.
