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The Anti-Cruelty Society

Founded in 1899, Anti-Cruelty is Chicago’s oldest and largest, private, open-admission, unlimited stay animal welfare organization...Learn more

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About The Anti-Cruelty Society

Founded in 1899, Anti-Cruelty is Chicago’s oldest and largest, private, open-admission, unlimited stay animal welfare organization. With a mission of building a healthy and happy community where pets and people thrive together, its comprehensive programs and services help over 20,000 animals and humans every year through adoption, charity veterinary clinic, low or no-cost spay/neuter clinic, cruelty investigations and rescue, humane education & community outreach, a free behavior helpline, Pop-up Pet Food Pantry program, S.A.F.E. program (short-term accommodations for emergencies), the Bruckner Rehabilitation & Treatment Center, the Virginia Butts Berger Cat Clinic and the Dog Rehabilitation Center. For more information, visit anticruelty.org.

157 W Grand AveIllinois, IL 60654

Causes

Animal welfare

Established

1937

Tax ID

36-2179814

NTEE code

Animal Protection and Welfare (includes Humane Societies and SPCAs)

The Anti-Cruelty Society is a 501(c)(3) public charity, EIN 36-2179814. Donations are tax-deductible. Select content is provided by GuideStar.

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