The SPCA’s Humane Education Department, established in 1883, offers programs and services for children and adults of all ages, from preschoolers to seniors. Our goal is to help build a kinder community; by incorporating the values of kindness, compassion, responsibility, and empathy into our programs, we inspire individuals to join us in our mission.
GET ON OUR EMAIL LIST and be the first to know about all Humane Ed programs and openings! You can even volunteer and help us teach children about the importance of compassion for all living things. Fill out this form or send your contact information to Director of Humane Education Christine Davis at HumaneEducation@yourspca.org!
Camps
Camps
Keep the kids busy during the summer and school breaks by signing them up for one day or all days of our Kindness Camps!
Read to the Animals
Read to the Animals
Our Tale for Two program allows children ages five through 16 to read aloud to adoptable shelter animals!
School Programs
School Programs
Our programs are tailored to the audience’s age level and interests and are available to groups of any kind.
Scout Compassion Program
Scout Compassion Program
The SPCA has programs designed for Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts, and older scouts.
Ways to Help Our Animals
Ways to Help Our Animals
Form your own animal club, complete service learning projects, complete a fundraising project, and more!
Independent Youth Projects
Independent Youth Projects
Youth ages 13-17 can assist animals at the SPCA with off-site home projects and/or donation drives!
Humane Poster & Creative Writing Contest
Humane Poster & Creative Writing Contest
Look for more information soon as we revamp and revise this competition (created in 1895) to better suit today’s youth!
Other Programs
Other Programs
The SPCA can visit your business, organization, club, retirement home, etc. to teach participants about animal-related topics.