The Arlo Fund supports the emotional and behavioral well-being of Heartland’s dogs and cats. It funds fear-free training, veterinary behaviorists, enrichment activities, and kennel improvements.
Heartland Animal Shelter
586 Palwaukee Drive
Wheeling, IL 60090
EIN: 16-1617345
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Whether you prefer a one-time contribution or a strategic long-term gift, find the method that best fits your lifestyle and helps us sustain our vital work. Please contact us if you have any questions or want to change your monthly donation.
Your unrestricted gift will impact the area of greatest need. Make your donation via credit card, check, or ACH transfer. For questions or help making a donation, please contact us.
Looking for a deeper connection to our mission with added perks? Join the Heartland Heroes, our monthly giving program. Whether you are supporting a specific fund, a seasonal campaign, event or our general fund, simply select “Monthly” as your giving frequency on our donation form. To make changes to your monthly giving, please contact us.
Your gift to Heartland Animal Shelter could go twice as far! Check if your employer will match your donation!
A corporate partnership with Heartland is a powerful way to align your brand with a cause that resonates with your employees and customers alike. We would love to create a custom sponsorship package that fits your company’s values and budget. Contact us to explore current opportunities.
Looking for a “set it and forget it” way to help our animals? Many employers offer the option to donate a portion of your paycheck directly to Heartland through payroll deductions. Check here or with your Human Resources or Benefits department to see if your workplace participates in a workplace giving campaign or offers independent payroll deductions.
Giving through a Donor Advised Fund(DAF) is a powerful way to sustain Heartland’s mission of helping animals in need while enjoying immediate tax benefits.
When you recommend a grant through your DAF, the notifying organization does not always include your name or contact information. We want to ensure your generosity doesn’t go unnoticed! Please to let us know about your gift or with any questions
Donating appreciated securities such as stocks, bonds, or mutual funds is one of the most tax-efficient ways to support Heartland. By transferring ownership of securities directly to the shelter, you can often avoid paying capital gains taxes on the appreciation. You may receive a federal income tax charitable deduction for the full market value of the securities (subject to IRS limitations).
To get started, please contact us with your financial advisor or brokerage firm’s information, and Heartland will provide them with our account information to complete the transfer.
Heartland welcomes the opportunity to partner with family and private foundations that share our commitment to animal welfare. Foundation grants provide the vital stability needed to fund our most impactful work—from large-scale medical rescues to the daily enrichment that keeps our residents happy and healthy.
Let’s connect! To discuss grant opportunities or to schedule a private tour of the shelter to see our mission in action, please contact us.
You can ensure that Heartland Animal Shelter remains a safe haven for cats and dogs for generations to come by including us in your long-term plans. A legacy gift is a beautiful way to carry on your compassion for animals in need without affecting your current finances. By including Heartland in your estate planning you create a permanent safety net for the pets who need us most.
A tribute gift is a meaningful way to celebrate a milestone or cherish the memory of a beloved person or pet. Tribute giving is available for every donation at Heartland. Select the “Tribute” option during your online donation submission. If you provide an email address for the honoree or their family, they will be automatically notified via email of your thoughtful gesture.
If you would prefer a physical card be mailed to the recipient, please contact us with the recipient’s full name and mailing address after completing your donation.
Do you have a creative idea to help our rescues? Third-party events or campaign are fundraisers organized by passionate supporters like you—individuals, local businesses, or community groups—to benefit Heartland. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, running a local shop, or gathering friends for a good cause, your event can provide life-saving funds for our residents.
Please contact us o share your idea and receive our Third-Party Event Toolkit & Guidelines.
There are countless ways to make a difference at Heartland, and every contribution fuels our mission to save lives. Whether you prefer to make a direct impact through a specific fund, or to leave a lasting legacy, your generosity provides the foundation for every rescue.
General donations are the most flexible and vital way to support Heartland. Unrestricted funds allow the shelter to respond quickly to daily needs—from medical care and maintaining our facility to food, cleaning supplies, and enrichment toys—ensuring we’re always ready to care for animals and handle unexpected challenges.
Named for two tiny kittens who fought bravely against the odds, this fund is dedicated to our smallest and most vulnerable residents. Newborn and “bottle-baby” kittens have delicate immune systems and require specialized, around-the-clock care to grow strong enough for their forever homes.
The Arlo Fund supports the emotional and behavioral well-being of Heartland’s dogs and cats. It funds fear-free training, veterinary behaviorists, enrichment activities, and kennel improvements.
The Dr. Do More Fund provides critical medical care beyond routine services like vaccines and spay/neuter. It supports specialized treatments, diagnostics, and emergency stabilization for animals in crisis. This fund ensures Heartland can act immediately when an animal needs urgent, advanced care.
Kennel and condo sponsorship provides a “home base” for animals during their stay at Heartland. Your name or company is displayed on a plaque supporting a specific space. It helps maintain comfortable living areas and offers a meaningful way to honor a beloved pet or loved one while supporting shelter animals.
At Heartland Animal Shelter, we offer several ways to deepen your commitment to our mission. Whether you are looking for monthly perks, high-impact annual giving, or a way to ensure your legacy lives on, there is a community here for you.
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Check out our full Kitten Wishlist here.
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Make a donation to our twice-monthly pet food pantry.
Please contact us if you can assist us with any of these services, or to discuss other ways to help our animals.
Heartland’s life-saving work is made possible by the dedicated businesses, foundations, and organizations that invest in our mission year-round. We extend our deepest gratitude to our current partners. Please contact us to discuss joining this impactful circle.
HEARTLAND ANIMAL SHELTER
586 Palwaukee Drive
Wheeling, IL 60090 Map
Monday – Wednesday Closed
Thursday – Friday 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Saturday – Sunday 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.
847-296-6400
Press 7 for dogs and 5 for cats
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