organizations we support

The ASA is a coalition of organizations dedicated to preventing the extinction of amphibian species, protecting their habitats, and improving the conservation status of amphibians worldwide.

Formerly known as the Seattle Audubon Society, this organization advocates and organizes for cities where people and birds thrive.

Located in Bellingham, WA, Brigadoon provides service dogs for veterans, children, and adults with physical, developmental, and behavioral health disabilities to promote a more independent and enriched life. Simon, one of the Fat Dogs, was a Brigadoon drop-out!

Bush Heritage Australia buys and manages land for conservation in partnership with Aboriginal peoples and the agricultural sector, to protect Australia's outback and native species.

They are a Seattle based no-kill rescue that rescues, rehabilitates, and permanently places pugs, pug-mixes, and other brachycephalic breeds in need of a home. They also offer resources for pugs with medical needs, and temporary fostering for pug owners experiencing emergencies.

Conservation International combines fieldwork with innovations in science, policy and finance to protect more than 6 million square kilometers (2.3 million square miles) of land and sea across more than 70 countries.

This program mails free, high-quality books to children from birth to age five, no matter the family's income. As of December 2022, the program is just shy of reaching 200 million books distributed to children world-wide.

Eden Reforestation Projects works with local communities in Africa, creating jobs restoring and reforesting their local ecosystem, for the betterment of the environment and their communities.

EAFF provides scholarships and grants to benefit art education in the Edmonds School District and the local art community. Their scholarship helped me achieve my minor in fine arts, and I volunteer at their festival yearly!

Falklands Conservation engages and empowers the people of the Falkland Islands to conserve biodiversity and manage landscapes and seascapes for the benefit of nature and people.

Rehabilitation and release of orphaned bear cubs is illegal in Alaska. Fortress of the Bear provides protection and care to orphaned bears that would otherwise be euthanized, by offering an enriching, educational environment.

Galápagos Conservancy is the only U.S.-based nonprofit dedicated exclusively to the protection and restoration of the Galápagos Islands and its 2,000+ unique species. They're working to preserve these species, build a more sustainable society, and rewild the complex ecosystems of the Archipelago.

Through programs from coast to coast, Girl Scouts of all backgrounds and abilities can be unapologetically themselves as they discover their strengths and rise to meet new challenges.

Grays Harbor Community Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that offers grants to other nonprofits in Grays Harbor County and for scholarships for Grays Harbor youth.

Heart to Heart International provides incredible disaster response and access to medical care worldwide where it's most needed. Donations from Fat Dog Arts will be directly donated to support access to medical care in areas affected by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

This sanctuary farm in Roy, WA rescues animals from cruelty, abuse, and neglect, rehabilitates those animals when possible to find them suitable forever homes, cares for them at the sanctuary if they are not adoptable, and educates the public about the plight of farm animals.

The Karen Environmental and Social Action Network was the first wholly Karen indigenous organization to address social and environmental problems facing the people of Kawthoolei, Myanmar. They  strengthen Karen communities’ ability to maintain sustainable livelihoods and ways of life, while protecting Kawthoolei’s wildlife and biodiversity.

The mission of the Kittitas Conservation Trust is to protect and enhance fish and wildlife habitat, open space, and recreational assets in the upper Yakima River basin, especially along the I-90 corridor.

Bob and Carol Dawson have been caring for birds and other animals for over 20 years. They now manage a 20+ acre arboretum in Carnation, WA for the care of parrots and other birds in need.

North Carolina for Community and Justice is a human relations organization working to build more compassionate, inclusive and equitable communities free of bias, bigotry and racism by facilitating respectful conversations and creating more inclusive and equitable environments.

PAWS rehabilitates orphaned and injured wildlife, shelters and adopts homeless cats and dogs, and educates the community to inspire compassionate action for animals.

Project Puffin mans seabird restoration programs for puffins and other Maine seabirds, and shares restoration methods to benefit rare and endangered seabirds worldwide.

The Rhino Orphanage rescues, raises, rehabilitates and releases orphaned rhinos and supports local education and anti-poaching measures.

Seattle Aquarium offers fun, hands-on marine experiences and conservation education with exciting ways to discover more about the amazing Puget Sound and our world’s one big ocean.

For over 125 years, Seattle Humane has been one of the region’s leaders in animal adoption, education and welfare; proudly promoting the human-animal bond by saving and serving pets in need. 

Sheldrick Wildlife Trust promotes anti-poaching and community education, while, providing veterinary care to wild animals, and rescuing and hand rearing elephant and rhino orphans so they can ultimately enjoy a quality of life in wild terms when grown.

Toucan Rescue Ranch rescues and rehabilitates confiscated, ill, and injured Costa Rican wildlife including toucans, sloths, owls, weasels, porcupines, cats, kinkajous, parrots, and many others.

UWKC focuses on, and invests in, partnering with organizations who address racial disparities and equity gaps as they support people experiencing housing, food, and employment insecurity.

Washington Water Trust protects and restores healthy rivers and streams across Washington so that fish, farms and communities can thrive for generations.

The Trust involves the community in protecting, restoring, and appreciating the important natural habitats and resource lands that support the diversity of life around Whidbey and Camano Islands.

WFFT rescues and rehabilitates captive wild animals and campaigns against all forms of animal abuse and exploitation in Thailand-- especially ending the illegal pet trade and animal exploitation in tourism.

WPZ is an AZA accredited zoo at the forefront of animal care, wildlife conservation, exhibit design, and community education.