About Us

Homeward Bound, Addison County’s Humane Society, is a private and independent 501(c)(3) open admission shelter dedicated to protecting the well-being of homeless, abandoned and abused/neglected animals.

We serve upwards of 3,000 animals per year, including those who enter the shelter and those who receive affordable clinical and veterinary services at Homeward Bound. Our community services are designed to combat pet overpopulation, provide support to low-income pet owners, and enhance the human-animal bond through education and outreach.

Our annual budget to operate the animal shelter, clinic, and community programs is approximately $1,000,000. We receive no funding from federal, state or local government and no unrestricted funding from national humane organizations. With a small but mighty staff, we rely heavily on volunteer and donor support to enhance the lives of the animals and to help us impact our diverse community in meaningful ways.