Every Shelter Animal Deserves a Chance
S.A.V.E. is a 100% volunteer-run nonprofit fighting for shelter animals in St. Louis County. We’ve funded lifesaving heartworm treatment for over 200 dogs, donated 100+ beds, and grown a community of 10,000+ supporters.
200+
Dogs Treated
Dedicated to Saving Lives
Since 2015, our all-volunteer team has worked to improve conditions for shelter animals in St. Louis County through advocacy, awareness, and direct support.
Animal Welfare First
The welfare of animals and the community comes first in every decision we support.
Shelter Advocacy
Speaking up for shelter animals who can't speak for themselves.
Community Awareness
Raising awareness about shelter issues and getting the community involved.
Policy Education
Educating policy makers about shelter issues and pushing for real change.
Animals That Need You Now
Every day, animals at the St. Louis County shelter are running out of time. A share, a foster, or an adoption can be the difference between life and death.
Browse Adoptable Pets
View all animals currently available at the St. Louis County Animal Shelter on 24PetConnect.
View Available Pets
Foster & Save a Life
Opening your home temporarily can save a shelter animal's life. Fostering helps them feel safe while they wait for their forever family.
Message Us to Foster
Share & Advocate
Follow us on Facebook where we post urgent animals daily. A single share can reach the right person and change everything.
Follow on FacebookOur Impact
Every number represents a life changed.
200+
Dogs Treated for Heartworm
100+
Beds Donated to Shelter
10K+
Community Supporters
100%
Volunteer Run
How You Can Help
There are many ways to make a difference for shelter animals in St. Louis County.
Donate
100% of your tax-deductible donation goes directly to shelter animals. No paid staff, no overhead — just help where it's needed most.
Volunteer
Join our team of volunteers working to improve conditions at the shelter and raise community awareness.
Foster
Open your home to a shelter animal in need, even for a short time. Fostering saves lives and helps animals find permanent homes.
Shop Merch
Show your support with official S.A.V.E. merchandise. All proceeds go directly to helping shelter animals.
Your Donation Saves Lives
We have no paid staff, so every dollar goes directly to the animals — heartworm treatment, emergency vet care, beds, and supplies.
Tax-deductible · EIN: 30-0930252
Provides food for a shelter animal for a week
Covers a basic veterinary check-up
Helps with emergency medical treatment
Sponsors an animal’s full shelter stay
