Join the journey

When you contribute to the ARL's Transforming the Future of Animal Rescue capital campaign, you will help build a brighter future for all species of rescue animals. We hope you will join us on our journey to change even more lives.

Make a difference today

Learn about all the ways you can support the animals in our care.

King

Male / 7 years

In Foster

Pip

Unknown

ARL Second Chance Ranch

Sage

Female / 7 years

Shelter Cat Getaway

Honey

Female / 5 years

ARL Main

The Animal Rescue League of Iowa

ARL is Iowa's largest nonprofit animal shelter, caring for many thousands of pets each year.

GIVE SECOND CHANCES

Since 1926, the Animal Rescue League of Iowa has helped more than 1 million pets in need, and at the end of 2024, we saved thousands of lives. Thanks to your support, we were able to be there for all those pets in need last year. They’re just some of the thousands of pets you help each year.

Join the journey

Each year, the ARL assists in saving hundreds of animals from inhumane conditions. As the calls for help continue to grow, the facilities the animals can recover in must grow, too. You can help transform our rescue facilities so every animal who has been the victim of cruelty will have a safe place to begin their journey to a better life. Help transform their future by making a gift today!

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Upcoming Events

Craft For Paws

Craft for Paws: Painting with a Twist

Craft for a cause! Join the ARL at Painting with a Twist for a creative evening benefiting animals in need! Paint your own one-of-a-kind pet portrait, while enjoying a fun, [...]

Date: Sunday, August 30, 2026

Location: Painting with a Twist

Orange kitten in bed

Knittin’ for Kittens

Join a group of volunteers who knit or crochet blankets and beds for the cats at the ARL. The cats love these cozy pieces, and it helps to give them a feeling of home while they are in our care at the ARL.

Date: Thursday, July 2, 2026

Location: ARL Main; Humane Education Classroom

Orange kitten in bed

Knittin’ for Kittens

Join a group of volunteers who knit or crochet blankets and beds for the cats at the ARL. The cats love these cozy pieces, and it helps to give them a feeling of home while they are in our care at the ARL.

Date: Thursday, August 6, 2026

Location: ARL Main; Humane Education Classroom

Orange kitten in bed

Knittin’ for Kittens

Join a group of volunteers who knit or crochet blankets and beds for the cats at the ARL. The cats love these cozy pieces, and it helps to give them a feeling of home while they are in our care at the ARL.

Date: Thursday, September 3, 2026

Location: ARL Main; Humane Education Classroom

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