Our Buckets on Broadway was a successful fundraiser.

We raised $22,691.00!

Our hardworking bucket volunteers were able to raise $19,000 on the streets of Broadway & Main.  This included the funds donated by Chelsey and Ethan Battle for $472.00 from a Thursday fundraiser at the local Eagles Club that Chelsey held to benefit the Humane Society along with $500.00 to go toward food for the animals. While down at the shelter a generous donation from the Dillon Gordan/Matt Felt Motorcycle Memorial Fund was donated for $3,250.00

A BIG thank you to all of our volunteers and the generous support of Albert Lea and many surrounding areas!

Due to unfortunate circumstances beyond our control, our building project that was to begin in August 2010, has been put on hold.  The $150,000 that was donated by an anonymous donor to the Humane Society for this project has been allegedly, fraudulently handled by the entity we entrusted to hold in an escrow account for us.  Tragically, at this time we do not know if any amount will ever be recovered.  The money in this escrow account was ONLY money donated by the anonymous donor.  If you donated money to us directly or to Peterson, Savelkoul & Benda law office, this money is SAFE in our own building fund.  Unfortunately, we do not have enough in this account to go ahead with the project.  As a result, the Humane Society of Freeborn County has regrouped and is moving forward with fundraisers in the hopes to still be able to build this year!

Adding a new family member (we’re talking a cat or dog here!) is an important decision.

Our staff has been trained to match both pet and family to ensure the adoption works for both of you.

• Shelter pets are wonderful companions who often became the victims of family tragedy, unlucky circumstances or irresponsible owners. They are not discarded mongrels or “mean” animals, they are just waiting for the right home ... YOURS!
• Each year, 4 million pets are put down due to overpopulation. Instead of shopping at a pet store, visit the Freeborn County Humane Society. You’ll save a life, and you’ll free up another spot for a deserving pet!
• When you buy a puppy or kitten from a pet store, you might be in for a BIG surprise. When you adopt an adult animal from us, what you see is what you get. You’ll be able to spot the behaviors and personality you want in your new family member. (Too bad you couldn’t pick your in-laws the same way!)
• Looking for a pet that’s already housebroken? The Freeborn County Humane Society has just what you’re looking for!
• All pets are fully vaccinated before they go home with you!