2024 was a monumental year for our organization saving lives and spreading hope. Thanks to your unwavering support and our collective dedication, we provided second chances to more than 20,000 companions and expanded our services into new regions of Pennsylvania and New Jersey, firmly establishing the Brandywine Valley SPCA as a leader in animal welfare and the largest animal welfare organization in the region.
Across Eastern and Central Pennsylvania, the entire state of Delaware, and South Jersey last year, we cared for 20,596 homeless animals in our shelters with an average of 56 animals arriving daily, half of whom came to us as strays. Despite the challenges that come with serving as one of the only open-access shelters in our Pennsylvania regions and the entire state of Delaware, we maintained an inspiring 93% live release rate, saving lives and bringing joy to countless homes.
We also expanded our work by engaging the community, ensuring healthier communities, cutting down on unwanted litters, and keeping pets in their loving homes. Volunteers gave selflessly of their time, clocking an astounding 140,417 hours supporting our work. We performed 31,027 spay/neuter surgeries, provided free vaccinations for 3,044 family pets, and distributed an incredible 75,200 pounds of free pet food, offering much-needed assistance to families in need.
We continue to lead the way for lifesaving in Delaware, which was the first No-Kill state in the nation, making it a haven for animals in need. Every intake, every spay/neuter procedure, and every adoption reflects the unwavering commitment of shelters, rescue groups, and volunteers who work together to save lives.
In Delaware alone, our campuses in New Castle, Kent, and Sussex counties welcomed 10,807 lost pets hoping to find their way home, animals in need of new homes, cats and dogs at risk in overcrowded shelters near and far, and victims of cruelty and neglect, making up 73% of Delawares full animal intake. Our medical teams provided 70% of the first states spay and neuter surgeries for 16,385 animals.
The year 2024 has been a defining chapter in the history of the Humane Society of Harrisburg Area, which joined into an affiliation with BVSPCA. Less than a year after setting our goals and inviting the community to join the No-Kill movement in Central PA, national leader Best Friends Animal Society has recognized us for becoming a No-Kill Shelter!
Its thanks to your belief in our work that we can continue to grow, and were excited to celebrate our new partnership that expands BVSPCA into Washington, DC, marking a major step forward in our mission to transform animal welfare.
This collaboration builds on our success in South Jersey, Delaware, eastern and central Pennsylvania. By extending our life-saving initiatives, were bringing essential programs and services to more pets and their families.
Now, in partnership with DC Health, BVSPCA is becoming the largest multi-state animal welfare organization. We are committed to introducing our proven No-Kill standard to Washington, DC. Together, well set lifesaving goals and ensure that pets and pet families have the support they deserve.
Thank you for believing in our mission, and joining us to create a future where every community strives to be a No-Kill community.
All rights reserved. © 2025 Brandywine Valley SPCA.