How You Can Help
Whether you donate, volunteer, foster, or simply share a post — every action makes a difference for shelter animals in St. Louis County.
Donate
We're 100% volunteer-run, so every dollar you donate goes directly to helping shelter animals in St. Louis County. Your tax-deductible contribution funds heartworm treatment, emergency vet care, and shelter supplies.
- All donations are tax-deductible (EIN: 30-0930252)
- 100% of funds go to helping shelter animals
- No paid staff means maximum impact per dollar
- Donate securely through PayPal with no fees
Volunteer
Join our team of volunteers who work every day to improve conditions for shelter animals and advocate for change.
- Help at adoption events and community outreach
- Support social media and awareness campaigns
- Assist with administrative and organizational tasks
- Participate in advocacy and policy efforts
Foster
Opening your home to a shelter animal, even for a short time, can save their life. Fostering gives them a safe place to land while they wait for a permanent home.
- Provides relief to overcrowded shelters
- Helps animals decompress from shelter stress
- Gives animals a better chance at adoption
- You choose the animals and duration that work for you
Share & Spread the Word
One of the simplest and most powerful things you can do is share our posts about animals in need. A single share can reach the right person and save a life.
- Share urgent animal posts on your social media
- Follow us on Facebook and Instagram
- Tell friends and family about adoptable pets
- Help normalize adoption over buying
Shop Merch
Show your support with official S.A.V.E. merchandise. All proceeds go directly to helping shelter animals in St. Louis County.
- T-shirts, hoodies, and accessories available
- All proceeds support our mission
- Great gifts for animal lovers
- Spread awareness wherever you go
Advocate
Contact your local representatives and let them know that animal welfare matters. Your voice can help drive policy changes that save lives.
- Attend St. Louis County Council meetings
- Contact your local representatives
- Support animal-friendly legislation
- Stay informed about shelter policies
Every Dollar Counts
We have no paid staff, so there’s zero overhead for salaries. Your donation goes directly to the animals.
$25
A week of food
$50
A vet check-up
$100
Emergency vet care
$250
A full shelter stay
Tax-deductible · EIN: 30-0930252