October is a special time to honor our furry, feathered, floating, and four-legged friends. World Animal Day was on Oct. 4, which shines a global spotlight on animal welfare, reminding us of the joy and companionship animals bring. It’s also Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, a chance to support the thousands of dogs waiting for loving homes. Through the Annual Giving Drive, you can donate to nonprofits that rescue, shelter, and care for animals in need. Whether you’re an animal lover, a proud pet parent, or simply passionate about kindness, your gift helps create a better world for all furbabies.

Here are a few EGP nonprofits that work in these areas – to see the full list and discover more search online or review the 2025 Giving Guide of nonprofits by service category.

Nonprofit	KCEGP Code	Mission
Animal Legal Defense Fund	2898	Protecting the lives and advancing the interest of animals through the legal system.
Doney Coe Pet Clinic	9721	Provides comprehensive veterinary and wellness care to the pets of families experiencing homelessness and low income.
Long Live the Kings	9557	Restoring salmon and steelhead to the waters of the Pacific Northwest and supporting sustainable fishing.
Northwest Animal Rights Network	9738	Advocates for the rights of all sentient beings—the right to choose, to be free from oppression and exploitation—through campaigns, education, and networking in the Pacific NW.
Regional Animal Services of King County – Pet Benefit Donation Fund	9360	Rehomes pets through foster care support, access to expert vet care and behavioral assistance. Funds may also support public access to low cost spay/neuter.
Rescue Every Dog (R.E.D.)	9376	Supports the mission of saving shelter animals by helping with foster care, medical care, promotion and transport for homeless and adoptable animals, and educating the public.