Causes: Animal Protection & Welfare, Animals

Mission: Tri-county Humane Society was founded in 1974 by Dr. Henrikson and Dr. Ganz to practice and promote humane principles, compassionate care and the prevention of cruelty to animals. TCHS addresses the issue of caring for homeless animals, by placing them in new homes, as well as teaching humane and well-informed animal care.

Target demographics: homeless animals in need.

Direct beneficiaries per year: ~3500 pets

Geographic areas served: Central Minnesota

Programs: TCHS serves the community, both people and animals, primarily by: providing quality care and adoption services for animals in need, offering educational programs to encourage awareness, understanding and practice of humane principles, and handling questions and complaints regarding animal care and behavior, including alleged cruelty and neglect complaints.