To revolutionize the status and well-being of companion animals.
Maddie was a beloved Miniature Schnauzer whose unconditional love, devotion, loyalty and spirit inspired her caregivers to start a charitable foundation, Maddie's Fund®, in her name.
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No Kill Progress
Number of Dogs and Cats Killed per 1,000 Americans
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Drink Some Ale - Save Some Tail
The Alachua County Humane Society, lead agency for Maddie's® Pet Rescue Project in Alachua County, FL, came up with this clever idea. Click here to read about fundraising with local businesses.
Resource Library
For Animal Organizations
For Kids
Find over 100 articles on every facet of animal welfare, from adoption, animal behavior and feral cat programs to shelter management and shelter medicine.
For Animal LoversFor those who want to learn more about animal welfare or actively engage in saving dog and cat lives.
For Kids
Maddie's Tail Wag is a free animal welfare coloring and activity book for young children.
What's New
Maddie's Fund on the Air
Maddie's Fund President Rich Avanzino recently joined Animal Wise Radio's Mike Fry and Beth Nelson for a discussion on getting to no-kill by 2015. For a podcast, click here.... Read More
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Maddie's NewsletterSubscribe to our e-newsletter to keep up with the efforts and happenings at Maddie's Fund. Access all archives and current newsletters here. Read Now