Mission
The Richmond Animal Care & Control (RACC) Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit, is committed to championing the success of the agency. As the sole open-admission animal shelter in the City, RACC tirelessly tends to the needs of over 3,000 animals annually, requiring urgent care. The Foundation works hand in hand with RACC, diligently contributing to the expenses of vital emergency care, while simultaneously elevating marketing and outreach initiatives through strategic fundraising and volunteer coordination. United in their passion for saving lives, RACC and The Foundation are thrilled to unveil a tapestry of heartwarming stories, showcasing unwavering compassion for our City's most vulnerable animals.
The Tommie Fund
RACCF established the Tommie Fund to help offset the costs of emergency medical care services at municipal shelters and public animal control agencies in Virginia who have animals in need of emergency medical care services. Learn more »
2023 Foundation Board
Mary Baltimore, President
Sherma Mather, Treasurer
Barbara Elledge, Secretary
Matthew Buckovich
Dr. Shari Garmise
Taryn Hayes
Katie Mehta
Andrea Moreau
Colleen Nichols
Zinie Sampson
Keith Sanders
Ready to help?
Donate
Volunteer or Foster
Join the volunteer team at RACC and help us provide a safe, loving environment for our animals until they find a permanent home.
RACC volunteer orientations are open to the public every Saturday at 11AM. Please note, all volunteers must be at least 16 years of age.
Please return your completed volunteer application by mail or in person to Richmond Animal Care & Control, 1600 Chamberlayne Ave., Richmond, VA 23222. You may also email your application to Robin Young at Robin.Young@rva.gov.
Our foster program provides a valuable service to the shelter. If you are interested in fostering, please contact Robin Young at Robin.Young@rva.gov.
Support RACC’s life-saving mission by contributing directly to the shelter. Donations can be dropped off during the shelter’s regular business hours.
Adopt a pet &
save a life.
Adopt from RACC
Adoption is the best option. By adopting a pet from RACC, you not only get a furry friend but you also help us make space for animals in need. Click the link below to view our adoptable pets and learn more about our adoption process.
Adoption Requirements
You must be 18 years of age or older to adopt an animal.
A current photo ID (driver’s license or state ID card) is required to process an adoption.
Proper form of payment (cash, credit/debit card, money order). Checks are not an accepted form of payment.
Please bring a carrier for your adopted kitty or a leash and collar for your adopted dog.
All cats/dogs will be spayed/neutered prior to going home.
Come visit us.
Richmond Animal Care & Control
1600 Chamberlayne Avenue
Richmond, VA, 23222
United States
804-646-5573
Hours
Monday & Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday – Friday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Saturday: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Sunday: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Please send a private message on Facebook, direct message on Instagram or email Christy.Hemsworth@rva.gov to meet a pet.