Donate
CHA Animal Shelter relies solely on donors, fundraising events, adoptions, and a dedicated group of over 300 volunteers to operate. CHA is a 501C(3) nonprofit organization , which means your monetary donation is tax deductible and the funds go directly to the care for our dogs and cats at the shelter. Donations are accepted in person, via mail, at events, and through our PayPal account.
To donate directly to CHA’s general operating fund, which goes directly toward the daily care and housing of our animals, you can donate online through PayPal by using your credit card or PayPal account.
If you would like your donation to be In Honor of or In Memory of a pet or loved one, simply click on “Instructions to Seller” during the PayPal checkout process to indicate this choice or check out the additional options below.
Click HERE for a list of food and supply donations that are always needed.
Click here if you would like to make a General Donation
Select an option below and click here if you would like to make a Monthly Donation.
CHA Animal Shelter relies on your support! You can help in the following ways:
Tree of Life
CHA’s Tree of Life is a mural in the shelter’s main hallway. Each leaf, butterfly, bird and squirrel purchased will be personalized to symbolize your generous donation to help us continue our mission of helping the homeless cats and dogs in Central Ohio. Please consider being a part of our Tree of Life and donating below today.
Wish List
At CHA we are always amazed at the generosity of our supporters, especially the children who choose donations for the adoptable pets instead of birthday gifts. To make it easier for you to support us at your special event, click here for a printable PDF with 4 per page to insert in birthday, wedding, anniversary or special event invitations. To view our Amazon Wish List, click here. We also accept Purina Dog, Puppy, Cat and Kitten food.
Certificates of Caring
These certificates are a great way to celebrate the milestones of your animal-loving friends. A personalized certificate with a message from you will be delivered to your special designee honoring them and acknowledging that you made a donation in their name to CHA. Certificates of Caring come in several denominations. To order a Certificate of Caring, click here.
Sponsor A Pet
Animals in our shelter need all the love and support they can get. You may not be able to adopt at this time, but you can always Sponsor A Pet, so other potential adopters know that this pet is special enough to be sponsored! When you Sponsor A Pet, we send you a card with the pet’s photo and formation. A sign is then placed on the animal’s cage acknowledging your sponsorship. To Sponsor A Pet, click here.
Membership
Members of CHA enjoy many benefits, including our quarterly newsletter The Tail Waggin’ Times, notifications of our upcoming events and fundraisers, voting rights, and periodic offers, and coupons. Membership is very rewarding and only requires a donation to support CHA and our programs. To become a member, click here.
Name A Pet
This is a great gift idea for any pet lover – let them name a CHA Animal Shelter dog or cat! A fun idea for kids of all ages. Click here for more information.
Emergency Medical Fund
How is CHA able to provide medical care when animals come to our shelter with serious injuries or other medical needs? With YOUR help, CHA has established an Emergency Medical Fund that is used to pay for non-routine medical expenses for dogs and cats. This fund is financed solely by donations. It is used to save lives, provide necessary medical care and surgeries, and improve the quality of life for animals who might otherwise have no hope. Learn more or donate to this fund by clicking here.
Enrichment Fund
CHA is proud to have an Enrichment Fund which dedicates funding to purchase interactive toys and fun items for our dogs and cats. Each animal adjusts differently to life at the shelter and this program allows the dogs and cats that need distraction to receive extra enrichment.
Donate to our Enrichment Fund
CHA Animal Shelter on The Columbus Foundation’s Giving Store
Remembering CHA in your will or establishing an endowment
CHA works closely with the Columbus Foundation to provide long-term planning for our shelter to ensure we can continue our mission for many years to come. For more information about remembering us in your will or to establish an endowment, please contact:
J. Bradley Britton, J.D.
Director of Planned Giving and General Counsel
The Columbus Foundation
614/251-4000
bbritton@columbusfoundation.org
Nationwide Insurance agent Mike Sergakis can also help you leave a legacy to CHA. For more information, visit Mike’s website.