More families than ever are reaching out for help - and spay/neuter support is now the most requested service we provide. From beloved pets whose owners are facing financial hardship to community cats helped through our Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return (TNVR) program, the demand is overwhelming.
Without community support, we simply cannot keep up with the need.
If you believe every animal deserves a healthy start and a chance at a better life, please consider making a gift today. Funds will be used for the spaying and neutering of pets in our care, our TNVR program, and, if funds are available, low-cost spay/neuter vouchers to support our local community.
You can contribute to this effort by donating in one of three ways:
Neighborhood Investment Program (NIP) Tax Credits
RCHS is proud to participate in the Neighborhood Investment Program (NIP). Through the program, West Virginia residents and businesses are eligible to receive state tax credits for donations to our low-income spay/neuter fund!
This program allows us to offer vouchers to low-income Randolph County pet owners to assist them in getting their pets spayed/neutered--as long as funds are available. West Virginia residents or businesses who contribute to the RCHS Low-Income Spay/Neuter Fund are eligible to receive up to 50% of the contributed amount in the form of state tax credits. Donors may use the credits to reduce tax liability for West Virginia personal income tax, corporate net income tax, and business franchise tax.
Contributions can be in the form of cash, personal property, real estate, stock and in-kind professional services. Generally, a tax credit is more beneficial to the donor than a tax deduction. The minimum eligible donation is $500. Donations can be made in one of three ways:
- make an online donation;
- mail a donation marked "NIP" to us at P.O. Box 785, Elkins, WV 26241; or
- bring your donation to the shelter.
You will then receive a voucher to be used with your tax return and instructions for you or your tax preparer.
The Neighborhood Investment Program (NIP) was established by the West Virginia Legislature in 1996 to increase charitable giving to local nonprofit organizations in order to increase the capacity of nonprofits to serve low-income persons in highly distressed neighborhoods. RCHS is proud to be a part of this program.
Please keep an eye out for availability - typically near the end of the year.
How You Can Help
Learn more about how you can help the animals by adopting, sponsoring or fostering a pet; donating money or supplies; or volunteering with RCHS.
