Founded in 1866, The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) is a leading organisation in animal rescue and protection. The organisation operates across the United States, providing direct support to hundreds of thousands of animals annually, with millions more benefiting from its programmes and lasting solutions.
The ASPCA collaborates with and provides training and support to hundreds of local animal welfare agencies. Since 2001, the organisation has distributed more than $200 million in grants to over 4,000 organisations working in animal welfare, rescue, and protection.
The organisation is known as a leading voice in the field, pursuing innovative approaches to animal welfare challenges. Its work spans direct animal rescue operations, community support programmes, and policy advocacy.
