Fayette Humane Society - Georgia

What Fayette Humane Society - Georgia does

Fayette Humane Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal welfare organization founded in 1973 and headquartered in Fayetteville, Georgia, serving Fayette County. The organization operates on an all-volunteer basis with approximately 7 unpaid staff and runs a foster-based model without a physical shelter facility, relying on a network of foster homes to house animals in care. Its service portfolio covers animal adoptions, Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return (TNVR) for community cats, low-cost spay/neuter referrals through the HELP Spay/Neuter Clinic, a cat transport program that brings animals from higher-intake regions into Fayette County, a barn cat placement program, lost and found services, and rehoming assistance. In 2020, the organization processed 1,646 animal intakes, facilitated 1,015 adoptions, performed TNVR on 833 cats, and provided 229 community assistance cases.

Revenue is generated primarily through individual donations, which constitute over 80% of funding, supplemented by institutional grants from PetSmart Charities ($15,000), the Bernice Barbour Foundation ($5,000), and the Georgia Department of Agriculture ($5,000). A formal relationship with the City of Fayetteville provides an additional municipal revenue stream for animal control services. The organization maintains no proprietary technology stack, instead consuming standard nonprofit SaaS platforms: ShelterLuv for shelter management, Constant Contact for email communications, and PayPal for donation processing. Operational and fundraising partnerships with PetSmart, Petco (including the Love Lost lost-and-found platform), Kroger, and Amazon extend distribution without requiring internal build-out.

Governance is provided by a volunteer Board of Directors. Rick DeLoach assumed the presidency in April 2021. The organization's value proposition to the community is low-cost animal welfare services, surrender prevention, and stray population control, funded by local philanthropy and supported by a deeply embedded volunteer ecosystem built over five decades of continuous operation.

Name

Fayette Humane Society - Georgia

Legal name

Fayette Humane Society

Website

https://fayettehumane.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1973

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Fayette Humane Society is a 501(c)(3) all-volunteer nonprofit founded in 1973 that delivers animal adoptions, TNVR, spay/neuter referrals, and rehoming services to Fayette County, Georgia residents via a foster-based model without a physical shelter.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Animal Welfare and Rescue Services

NAICS

Social Advocacy Organizations (8133), Pet Care (except Veterinary) Services (812910), Veterinary Services (541940)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYBPAGAIAA

Animal Shelters & Adoption Services

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Animal Welfare & Wildlife Rescue

SECONDARYBPAGAIAF

Foster & Volunteer Network Programs

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Animal Welfare & Wildlife Rescue

SECONDARYBPAGAIAE

Spay/Neuter & Population Control Programs

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Animal Welfare & Wildlife Rescue

SECONDARYAFAEALAB

Animal Shelters & Rescue Operations

Agriculture & Food Production/Animal Production & Aquaculture/Animal Welfare, Boarding & Production Support Services (non-veterinary)

Keywords

• Animal rescue services
• Pet adoption programs
• Spay and neuter assistance
• Community cat TNVR
• Humane society nonprofit

Headquarters

HQ city

Fayetteville, Georgia

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: Individual donations constitute over 80% of the organization's funding. Donors can give one-time or recurring monthly donations via PayPal, Venmo, credit card, or mail. The High 5 Club monthly giving program offers a minimum $5/month donation with a static cling decal incentive.
2. Corporate and Foundation Grants: The organization receives grants from foundations and government entities. Examples include $5,000 from Georgia Department of Agriculture for spay/neuter programs, $5,000 from Bernice Barbour Foundation for TNVR, and $15,000 from PetSmart Charities for adoption preparation.
3. Cause Marketing and Retail Partnerships: Partnerships with retailers generate donations when customers designate FHS as their charity: Amazon Smile, Kroger Community Rewards (NPO #63758), Walmart Spark Good, Chewy wishlist, and Petfinder/Purina Feeding Partners program.
4. Special Event Fundraising: Annual events including golf tournaments, Woofstock music festivals, and Cause for Paws restaurant events generate donations and sponsorships while promoting the organization's mission.
5. T-Shirt and Merchandise Sales: Sale of event merchandise including FLYP/Woofstock t-shirts and High 5 Club branded apparel through Bonfire and Company Casuals platforms.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels11 records

Core offering

Fayette Humane Society is a 100% volunteer-operated nonprofit animal rescue that provides dog and cat adoption services, foster placement, spay/neuter assistance, TNVR (trap-neuter-vaccinate-return) for community cats, multi-state cat transport, pet rehoming, lost-and-found pet support, veterinary assistance, and barn cat placement. All animals live in volunteer foster homes as the organization does not operate a physical shelter.

Product overview

Fayette Humane Society operates as a volunteer-only nonprofit animal welfare organization without a physical shelter. The organization offers a coordinated portfolio of animal rescue and rehoming services including adoption programs (facilitated through PetSmart events), foster placement, spay/neuter assistance, TNVR for community cats, and cat transport to northern rescues. Community support services include lost and found pet reunification, veterinary assistance, and animal cruelty reporting resources. The organization conducts fundraising through multiple channels including the High 5 Club monthly giving program, legacy/will planning, employee giving partnerships, shopping programs (Amazon Smile, Kroger Rewards), and signature events (Fore the Paws golf tournament, Cause for Paws restaurant events, and the annual Fayette Love Your Pet & Woofstock festival).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Animal Adoption Services Facilitates dog and cat adoptions through PetSmart Peachtree City adoption events. Dogs are available 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Saturdays 12:00-3:00pm; cats are available Saturdays and Sundays 12:00-4:00pm. All animals are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and tested before adoption. A dog adoption application is required prior to meeting animals.
• Foster Programs Temporary foster home placement for rescued dogs and cats until they are adopted. The organization operates without a physical shelter, relying entirely on volunteer foster families to house rescued animals. Foster parents are recruited through community outreach and supported throughout the fostering period.
• Spay and Neuter Assistance Program Provides free spay/neuter, rabies vaccination, distemper vaccine, and microchipping vouchers to Fayette County residents, plus discounted vouchers for non-residents, through partnerships with The HELP Spay Neuter Clinic, Lifeline Animal Project, Jazzy Paw Inc., and SpayGeorgia. Also hosts annual free spay/neuter events at the FLYP/Woofstock festival.
• TNVR (Trap Neuter Vaccinate Return) Program Community cat program that humanely traps, spays/neuters, vaccinates, and returns free-roaming cats to reduce overpopulation through non-lethal methods. Provided to property owners and caregivers managing community/feral cat colonies.
• Cat Transport Program Transfers adoptable cats via van transport to partner rescue organizations in northern states where demand exceeds local supply during winter months. Cats are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and have health certificates. Over 100 cats transported in single transport events.
• Pet Rehoming Services Accepts surrendered pets for rehoming based on health, behavior, and adoptability. Provides guidance on alternatives to surrender and admits animals when foster space is available.
• Lost and Found Pets Service Partners with Petco Love Lost national database for lost and found pet reunification. Provides guidance on reporting found pets and searching for lost animals using image recognition technology.
• Animal Cruelty Reporting Resource Provides resources and guidelines for identifying and reporting animal cruelty in Georgia, directing residents to appropriate authorities including Fayette County Animal Shelter, Georgia Department of Agriculture, and local law enforcement.
• Barn Cat Program Places unsocialized or semi-socialized cats as working cats on properties with adequate shelter. Cats are spayed/neutered and vaccinated before placement at no adoption fee. Adopters must own or manage the property and provide daily food, water, and shelter.
• Veterinary Assistance Program Provides household pet veterinary assistance applications for pet owners unable to afford medical care for their pets. Level of assistance determined on a case-by-case basis by volunteer review.
• Medical Fund Raises funds for extraordinary medical needs of rescued animals requiring above-and-beyond veterinary care, including surgeries, treatments, and rehabilitation.
• Fayette Love Your Pet & Woofstock Annual Event Annual community event offering free spay/neuter vouchers, vaccinations, microchipping, and the Woofstock music festival with Dock Dogs competitions, vendor fair, live music, and Blessing of the Animals ceremony.
• Fore the Paws Golf Tournament Annual four-person scramble golf tournament fundraiser held at local golf courses to support the organization's animal welfare mission.
• Cause for Paws Restaurant Events Ongoing fundraising events held at local restaurants where establishments donate a percentage of sales to support Fayette Humane Society. Restaurant partners include Beef O'Brady's, Twisted Taco, Mellow Mushroom, and Anthony's Pizza.
• High 5 Club Monthly Giving Program Monthly giving program requiring minimum $5/month donation. Members receive a static cling decal for their vehicle to display their support.
• Legacy Giving Program Will and estate planning program allowing donors to include Fayette Humane Society as a beneficiary. Includes pet guardianship planning resources and a partnership with FreeWill online will-writing service.
• Shopping Programs (Give by Shopping) Donation programs through Amazon Wish Lists, Kroger Community Rewards (NPO #63758), Chewy, Walmart registry, Petfinder/Purina Feeding Partners, and DealAid shopping portal that allow supporters to generate donations through everyday purchases.
• Employee Giving Program Corporate payroll deduction giving program partnered with employers including 3M, ADP, AT&T, McKinsey, Target, and others. Includes matching gift opportunities.

Quantifiable outcome

• 1646 animal intakes with 1015 adoptions completed in 2020
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• PetSmartcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPetSmart hosts FHS adoption events at their Peachtree City location (2701 GA-54). Cat adoptions occur Saturdays and Sundays 12-4pm; dog adoptions occur 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Saturdays 12-3pm. PetSmart also provided a $15,000 grant through PetSmart Charities to help prepare 500 cats/dogs for adoption.
• Petco Love LostminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership with Petco's national lost and found pet database. FHS directs community members to use the platform for reporting lost pets and searching for found animals. Powered by image recognition technology matching found animals to reported lost pets nationwide.
• Main Street FayettevillecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-host of annual Fayette Love Your Pet (FLYP) and Woofstock event at City Center Park. Main Street Fayetteville is a city-sponsored program promoting local economic development and community events.
• The HELP Spay and Neuter CliniccoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-host of annual FLYP event providing spay/neuter services. The HELP Clinic is a low-cost spay and neuter service provider in Newnan, GA. FHS refers community members to their services year-round.
• Fayetteville First United Methodist ChurchminorGTM or Marketing PartnerHosts the Blessing of the Animals ceremony at annual FLYP event, providing spiritual/ceremonial component to the community pet event.
• FreeWillminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFreeWill is a free online will-writing service that FHS recommends to supporters. The partnership facilitates legacy giving and helps supporters include FHS in estate planning.
• KrogerminorGTM or Marketing PartnerKroger Community Rewards program allows customers to designate FHS (NPO #63758) to receive a percentage of their purchase amount. No extra cost to the shopper.
• Petfinder/Purina Feeding PartnersminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPetfinder and Purina partnership providing food supplies for foster dogs and cats. FHS uses wishlist to receive donated pet food through Petfinder's platform.
• Amazon Wish ListminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAmazon Wish Lists for cats, dogs, and TNVR program allow supporters to purchase and donate needed supplies directly. Separate wish lists maintained for each program area.
• ChewyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerChewy wishlist allows supporters to purchase pet supplies for FHS. Chewy notifies FHS when donations arrive but does not provide donor information.
• City of FayettevillecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCity of Fayetteville co-hosts FLYP event at City Center Park (210 Stonewall Ave West, Fayetteville, GA 30214). City representatives participate in dunking booth fundraiser.
• Fayette County Animal ControlminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFHS maintains working relationship with Fayette County Animal Control, helping coordinate low-cost spay neuter services and accepting animals from the shelter for rescue.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Regional players

• Lifeline Animal Project: Atlanta-based nonprofit operating county animal shelters and a low-cost spay/neuter clinic. FHS refers community members to Lifeline for services — direct peer offering comparable adoption, spay/neuter, and community cat programs in Georgia.
• PAWS Atlanta: No-kill animal shelter in metro Atlanta focused on dog and cat rescue, adoption, and low-cost spay/neuter. Comparable mission and services to FHS, with a larger facility footprint in the same Georgia region.
• Atlanta Humane Society: Large animal welfare nonprofit based in metro Atlanta. Operates a full-service adoption center, low-cost veterinary clinic, and humane education programs in the same Georgia market where FHS operates, serving overlapping donors and adopters.

Broad incumbents

• Best Friends Animal Society: National no-kill animal welfare organization operating sanctuaries and coordinating rescue networks across all 50 states. Comparable rescue/adoption mission at vastly larger scale, with programs including community cat (TNVR) initiatives similar to FHS's TNVR work.
• ASPCA: National animal welfare organization offering adoption, spay/neuter, and anti-cruelty services. Comparable mission to FHS but operates at national scale across many U.S. locations with paid staff.
• Humane Society of the United States: Largest U.S. animal protection organization, operating across animal rescue, advocacy, and welfare programming. Comparable mission at national scale; competes with FHS for donor mindshare within animal welfare giving.

Direct peers

• Almost Home Georgia: Volunteer-based foster rescue in Georgia offering dog and cat adoption, spay/neuter assistance, and community education. Closest operational model match to FHS — no physical shelter, foster network, donation-funded, regional Georgia focus.
• Community Animal Rescue Effort (C.A.R.E.): Foster-based volunteer-run animal rescue offering adoption, spay/neuter assistance, and pet retention services. Operates on a near-identical model to FHS — no facility, all-volunteer, donations-driven — making it a strong model peer.

Others

• PetSmart Charities: PetSmart's 501(c)(3) that funds FHS ($15K grant) and partners on adoption events at PetSmart locations. Functions as a major grantmaker and channel partner rather than direct competitor; useful peer for benchmarking what large funders look for in rescue partners.

Emerging players

• The HELP Spay and Neuter Clinic: Low-cost spay/neuter clinic in Newnan, GA that co-hosts FHS's annual FLYP event and receives year-round referrals from FHS. Direct peer in the community spay/neuter service category, serving overlapping clients in the greater Fayette/Coweta County area.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCYgtJi9j6qh6j2qcceFxFog
• Facebookfacebook.com/fayettehumanesociety
• Instagraminstagram.com/fayettehumane
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/fayettehumane

Compliance2 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

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