Everything to Know About ‘Clear The Shelters’ 2024
The annual Clear the Shelters campaign is back, offering an incredible opportunity for animal lovers to adopt pets in need of homes. Running from August 1st to September 10, 2024, this monthlong initiative, led by NBCUniversal Local, brings together animal shelters and rescues nationwide to promote pet adoption and raise funds for animal welfare.
What is Clear the Shelters?
Clear the Shelters is a nationwide pet adoption and donation campaign that began in 2015. Over the past decade, it has facilitated more than 1 million pet adoptions and raised millions of dollars for participating shelters. The campaign partners with NBC and Telemundo stations across the United States, including Puerto Rico and Guam, to connect animals with their forever families.
2024 Campaign Highlights
Dates: The main adoption campaign runs from August 10 to September 10, with a special donation initiative extended until September 30.
National Impact: Last year, the campaign helped over 150,000 pets find homes and raised more than $575,000 for shelters across the country. With over 150 NBC and Telemundo stations partnering with more than 1,400 shelters and rescues, Clear the Shelters has become a critical effort in reducing the number of homeless pets.
How to Participate
Adopt a Pet: Whether you're looking for a cat, dog, rabbit, guinea pig, or even a reptile or farm animal, there are countless pets waiting for homes. You can visit your local shelter or explore available pets virtually through the WeRescue app, which allows you to search for pets by breed, gender, size, and more. The app also lets you submit adoption applications and communicate with shelters directly.
Donate: If adoption isn’t an option for you right now, you can still make a difference by donating to participating shelters. Donations can be made through ClearTheSheltersFund.org, with funds going directly to support the care and operations of shelters and rescues.
Spread the Word: Help raise awareness by sharing information about Clear the Shelters with your friends, family, and social media networks. Follow the campaign on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and TikTok using the hashtags #ClearTheShelters and #DesocuparLosAlbergues.
Why It Matters
Clear the Shelters is more than just an adoption drive; it’s a vital effort to address the ongoing issue of animal homelessness. Shelters across the country are often overcrowded, and by adopting or donating, you help relieve the strain on these facilities and give animals a second chance at a happy life.
Learn More
To find a participating shelter near you or to get more details about local events, visit ClearTheShelters.com. There, you can also explore resources on pet care, adoption tips, and more.
By participating in Clear the Shelters 2024, you can play a part in one of the largest animal welfare movements in the country. Whether through adoption, donation, or simply spreading the word, your involvement makes a difference in the lives of animals in need.
