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Maryland animal organizations

There are 764animal-focused nonprofit organizations in Maryland. Combined, these Marylanderanimal organizationsemploy 2,757 people, earn more than $325 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $621 million.
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Types of animal organizations in Maryland

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Animal shelters and animal welfare organizations
433
$146,342,427
Wildlife conservation and protection organizations
131
$60,545,337
Animal services organizations
56
$7,776,356
Animal professional societies
56
$8,166,437
Wildlife sanctuaries and refuges
25
$13,553,777
Organizations supporting multiple animal nonprofits
17
$0
Animal alliances and advocates
14
$196,014
Zoos and acquariums
9
$95,546,168
Veterinary organizations
9
$1,655,489
Organizations suppporting a single animal nonprofit
8
$123,557
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Animal organizations by major Maryland cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Washington DC
319
$141,244,081
Baltimore
297
$158,837,597
Salisbury
34
$3,555,975
Philadelphia, PA
25
$3,317,174
Hagerstown
21
$6,419,346
Cumberland
17
$1,350,564
Lexington Park, MD
16
$881,724
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Job trends for Maryland animal organizations

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
99
1-10
34
11-25
27
26-100
20
101 to 1,000
6
1,000+
0
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Sizes of animal organizations in Maryland

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
203
$250k to $1M
48
$1M to $5M
31
$5M to $25M
16
$25M to $100M
1
$100M+
0
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Directory of animal organizations in Maryland

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The Maryland Spca

The Maryland SPCA rescues pets, connects them with loving homes, and promotes animal welfare through education, medical services, and community outreach.
Revenue
$7.9m
Assets
$38.0m
Employees
115
EIN
52-6001558
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Association of Zoos and Aquariums

Association of Zoos and Aquariums advances wildlife conservation and education through accredited facilities, managing animal programs, and supporting species preservation initiatives.
Revenue
$13.3m
Assets
$33.0m
Employees
50
EIN
55-0526930
IRS type
501(c)(3)

National Marine Sanctuary Foundation (NMSF)

The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation is a private, non-profit, 501(c)(3) charity whose vision is to strengthen and expand the network of national marine sanctuaries for the benefit of current and future generations.
Revenue
$21.6m
Assets
$9.6m
Employees
81
EIN
94-3370994
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Alley Cat Allies

Alley Cat Allies is the global engine of change for cats. They protect and improve cats' lives through their innovative, cutting-edge programs. They are seen around the world as a champion for the humane treatment of all cats.
Revenue
$17.9m
Assets
$22.2m
Employees
15
EIN
52-1742079
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Warrior Canine Connection (WCC)

Warrior Canine Connection is a pioneering organization that utilizes clinically based Canine Connection Therapy to help wounded Warriors reconnect with life, their families, their communities, and each other.
Revenue
$5.6m
Assets
$15.9m
Employees
64
EIN
45-2981579
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Aaalac International

Aaalac International promotes responsible animal care in research and provides accreditation services to over 1,000 institutions worldwide.
Revenue
$8.6m
Assets
$16.9m
Employees
18
EIN
36-2549660
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Wild Earth Allies

Wild Earth Allies joins forces with local organizations and individuals to protect the wildlife and habitats that are so vital to the global biodiversity and sustainability.
Revenue
$6.0m
Assets
$7.8m
Employees
14
EIN
04-2730954
IRS type
501(c)(3)

National Aquarium

The National Aquarium is a nonprofit organization focused on changing the way humanity cares for the ocean.
Revenue
$55.6m
Assets
$108.9m
Employees
442
EIN
52-1121163
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Last Chance Animal Rescue

Last Chance is a non-profit corporation that rescues and cares for abandoned pets and places them in good homes in Maryland, Washington, dc, and northen Virginia. Their Animal clinic provides high quality, high volume, low cost spay and neuter services.
Revenue
$6.1m
Assets
$8.6m
Employees
141
EIN
52-2328626
IRS type
501(c)(3)

American Fisheries Society (AFS)

AFS is dedicated to advancing fisheries science, conservation and sustainability of fishery resources, and developing fisheries professionals.
Revenue
$5.5m
Assets
$5.7m
Employees
21
EIN
54-0683803
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Humane League

We exist to end the abuse of animals raised for food by influencing the policies of the world's biggest companies, demanding legislation, and empowering others to take action and leave animals off their plates.
Revenue
$18.5m
Assets
$19.7m
Employees
114
EIN
04-3817491
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Center for A Humane Economy

Promotes corporate social responsibility through animal welfare reforms in purchasing, R&D, and operations. Advocates for FDA modernization and wildlife protection.
Revenue
$2.6m
Assets
$2.5m
Employees
19
EIN
83-2620507
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Catoctin Wildlife Preserve and Zoo

Catoctin Wildlife Preserve and Zoo broadens understanding of the animal world through naturalistic recreations and educational programs with live animals.
Revenue
$2.4m
Assets
$2.1m
Employees
55
EIN
20-1935855
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Meadowbrook Foundation

Meadowbrook Foundation fosters equestrian skills and educates about horse welfare through programs in Chevy Chase, MD.
Revenue
$2.1m
Assets
$3.1m
Employees
75
EIN
30-0020043
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Wildlife Habitat Council

Wildlife Habitat Council promotes habitat conservation on corporate lands through partnerships, education and decision tools that connect sustainability goals to on-the-ground actions.
Revenue
$2.9m
Assets
$1.9m
Employees
29
EIN
52-1558579
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Born Free USA united with API

Born Free USA United with API promotes compassionate treatment of wild animals and raises awareness on issues facing them.
Revenue
$2.7m
Assets
$2.7m
Employees
30
EIN
94-6187633
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Alley Cat Rescue

ACRs programs promote better care for community cats through trap-neuter-return. Local programs include placing unwanted cats in new homes, running a low-cost spay/neuter clinic, and providing support for local feral cat caretakers.
Revenue
$3.2m
Assets
$2.6m
Employees
20
EIN
52-2279100
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Montgomery County Humane Society

To create a supportive environment in which all animals are valued and appreciated for their role in human and social wellbeing while addressing overpopulation and mistreatment of animals and reducing reliance on institutional sheltering.
Revenue
$2.2m
Assets
$10.2m
Employees
43
EIN
52-6044968
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Oyster Recovery Partnership

The Oyster Recovery Partnership (orp) is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit based in annapolis, Maryland, whose mission is to plan, promote and implement science-based and sustainable shellfish restoration, aquaculture and wild fishery activities to protect our envi....
Revenue
$7.9m
Assets
$1.9m
Employees
20
EIN
23-7204806
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Gentle Giants Draft Horse Rescue Society

Gentle Giants Draft Horse Rescue Society saves draft horses from abuse, offers sanctuary, facilitates adoptions, and supports humane law enforcement across the U.S.
Revenue
$7.4m
Assets
$11.9m
Employees
47
EIN
59-3822764
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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