Who We Are
Our humanity emboldens our compassion toward all living creatures.
Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh (HARP) is one of Pennsylvania’s largest nonprofit organizations dedicated to the welfare of animals, pet owners, and the community. A registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit (Tax ID: 25-0325750), HARP operates two low-cost, high-quality veterinary medical centers, treating over 6,500 animals and performing more than 7,000 spay and neuter surgeries annually. Beyond caring for domestic animals, HARP remains committed to indigenous species through its fully licensed Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, which treats over 4,000 sick, injured, and orphaned wildlife each year, including more than 2,300 mammals, 1,700 birds, and 50 reptiles. Donations to HARP are tax-deductible as permitted by law, helping to sustain its mission of compassion and care.
Our Vision
A community where every animal is free from cruelty, neglect, and need for necessary care, and has strong, compassionate, and caring human connections.
Our Mission
Caring for animals, serving and inspiring communities.
Our Impact
Saving lives, strengthening communities, and inspiring change.
Our Values
Accessible: HARP is dedicated to ensuring its services are available to all, accepting every animal in need and extending its reach to all members of the Western PA/Allegheny County/Pittsburgh region. This commitment to accessibility ensures no barriers stand in the way of care and support.
Ethical: With unwavering integrity, HARP operates under strong moral principles. Respect, honesty, equity, and compassion are central to how it treats both animals and people, ensuring every decision is guided by what is right and fair.
Progressive: HARP is committed to continuous improvement, leveraging data-driven strategies, and fostering collaborative partnerships to tackle complex challenges. This forward-thinking approach positions the organization as a leader in ending animal cruelty, neglect, and homelessness.
Welcoming and Inclusive: Recognizing the strength in diversity, HARP fosters an environment of mutual respect and inclusion. It ensures that everyone—staff, volunteers, partners, and community members—feels valued and supported as part of the HARP family.
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