Our primary purpose is to find good, loving homes for the 4,000-plus felines and canines we receive each year, as well as the many "other" animals brought to our facility.

Our Mission Statement
Guided by the principles that every life has value and is worthy of respect and protection, and that animals contribute positively to the health, happiness, and quality of human life, the GMHS mission is to serve both animals and people by strengthening the human-animal bond as we build a more humane community.

Our Vision
The Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society looks toward a day when all domestic and companion animals are ensured a responsible caring environment for their lifetime, and when all animals are respected and protected.

Our Role in The Community
Started in 1912 to serve Gloucester and Mathews counties, the Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society is a non-profit organization. Only a small percentage of operating funds come from the counties of Gloucester, Mathews, and Middlesex. The rest comes from fundraising efforts by volunteers, grants, and other sources.

Our Objectives

	Promote the welfare, improve the care and relieve the suffering of all animals
	Prevent the cruelty and inhumane treatment of animals
	Support the enforcement of anti-cruelty laws
	Provide care and shelter for stray or homeless animals
	Prevent the over-population of animals
	Foster humane attitudes and responsible animal ownership through education  To be a part of the GMHS team - fill out an application   and start sharing the Love! To Adopt one of our Animals - fill out an application and  contact us.

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