Community Lifesaving Programs

Association of Professional Humane Educators (APHE)

Professional network offering humane-education training, lesson resources, networking, and support for educators working with animals and communities.

Human Animal Support Services Resource Center

Toolkits, case studies, webinars, and implementation resources focused on pet support services, reunification, self-rehoming, and intake-to-placement.

Alley Cat Allies: Virginia

Virginia-specific information on community cats, Trap-Neuter-Return, shelter practices, and humane policy approaches.

VFHS Current Members

Public list of current VFHS organizational members, including shelters, rescues, animal control agencies, clinics, and other partners across Virginia.

National Humane Education Society

Humane-education organization offering programs and educational materials that promote responsible, compassionate care for animals.

Best Friends: Transport, Transfer & Partnerships

Resources and training for developing safe, effective transfer and transport partnerships between shelters, rescues, and transport groups.

Alley Cat Allies Community Resource Tool

Searchable tool for local community-cat support such as low-cost spay/neuter, food assistance, and other services.

American Humane Society Education Hub

Educational articles, publications, research, position statements, pet-care information, and children’s resources from American Humane Society.

Petco Love Lost

National lost-and-found pet platform with tools for pet owners and animal welfare organizations to help reunite pets with families.

Neighborhood Cats

Training and practical resources for Trap-Neuter-Return, community cat program development, trapping, and caregiver support.