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Auxiliary Programs & Events

Spring in Bloom Online Auction

Spring is here, and we have an extravaganza of things to celebrate! Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, National Nurses Week, Teacher Appreciation Week, Cinco De Mayo,  and so much more!
The Heritage Humane Society Auxiliary is having an online spring auction featuring gift cards and hand-crafted gift baskets blooming with amazing gifts for everyone! Don’t miss your chance to win! All proceeds benefit the homeless pets at Heritage Humane Society. Visit www.heritagehumane.org/spring-auction to learn more! Bidding opens at 8 am on April 19 and closes at 6 pm on April 29.

Holiday Bazaar

Williamsburg’s Highly-Anticipated Holiday Benefit Event for Homeless Pets!
A special thank you to everyone who supported our 2020 ONLINE Holiday Bazaar on November 20 – December 11. We were thrilled to be able to provide all your favorite parts of our annual holiday benefit virtually in 2020. We had amazing hand-crafted creations, gourmet soups from Williamsburg restaurants, an online silent auction, and seven fantastic raffle prizes. Stay tuned for details about the 2021 Holiday Bazaar soon! Visit www.heritagehumane.org/bazaar to learn more!

 

Holiday Fur Tree

The long-standing tradition of the Fur Tree, in honor of pets and homeless animals, is placed each year in Colonial Williamsburg on St. Francis Street. The tree is put up each year on the weekend following Thanksgiving and remains there until after New Years’. 
CLICK HERE to learn more about the Fur Tree!

 

Host a Scarf Party

The Heritage Humane Society Auxiliary is now offering private sales of gently used ladies’ scarves. We’ll come to you and your friends! A member of the group will illustrate the use of the scarves to enhance and extend one’s wardrobe. Are you part of a social club? Host a scarf party event, and all proceeds will benefit the homeless. It’s a fun, easy, and beneficial way to make a difference.

The display and sale of the scarves include every fabric, size, shape, and color. Prices range from $5 to $40. All proceeds go directly to the homeless pets at Heritage Humane Society.
Interested in hosting a scarf party? Click Here.

Make Par for Pets Golf Classic

Mark your calendars! Our Golf Classic will be on Friday, September 17, 2021. Join us for a day of spectacular golf, delicious food including a boxed lunch and a dinner buffet, cold beer, contest holes, and camaraderie at Williamsburg National Golf Club. Gather your foursome or come alone and make new friends. We hope to see you on September 17, 2021 for a day that is sure to delight! Visit www.heritagehumane.org/golf to learn more! Early bird registration opens April 1, 2021!
Williamsburg National Golf Club
3700 Centerville Rd.
Williamsburg, VA 23188

 

Precious Pieces – Handmade Blankets

The fear and anxiety that comes with being abused, lost, and abandoned can be overwhelming for our homeless pets. Although they are treated with great care by both the Heritage Humane Society staff and the dedicated volunteers, adjusting to new surroundings takes time. Wanting to help make the transition more calming to all the shelter animals.

Generous volunteers create handmade blankets for every dog and cat that gets adopted at Heritage Humane Society. More than 13,000 blankets have been given out since “Precious Pieces” started several years ago. If you like to knit, crochet or sew, please email [email protected]heritagehumanesociety.org to learn more.
CLICK HERE to learn more about the Precious Pieces Program.

Antique Mall Booth

A booth at the Williamsburg Antique Mall is provided to us without charge in return for our members donating time on Fridays to package and wrap mall purchases at the front desk.

Members of the Auxiliary and community support our mission to raise money for the shelter by donating items to sell in our booth. If you have items to donate or would like to volunteer, please email [email protected].

Critter Canisters

One of the Auxiliary’s longstanding fundraising methods is our Critter Canister program. We place canisters in almost 100 Williamsburg businesses. Each month, members collect the money from their assigned canisters and deliver it to the Heritage Humane Society Finance Director. If you are a business that is interested in becoming a part of this amazing fundraising campaign, please email [email protected].

Belk Sale

The Monticello Avenue Belk store hosts sales to benefit local charities throughout the year. Heritage Humane Society Auxiliary volunteers sell sale admission tickets to customers. Heritage Humane Society showcases adoptable dogs at the events to attract interest and stimulate shelter conversations. These sales raise money for the shelter. Auxiliary members sell tickets to friends and family members prior to the sale day. Volunteers also sell tickets at the store on the sale day.
More details about the 2021 Belk Charity Sales coming soon!
Adoption Hours
  • Heritage Humane Society is currently operating with an appointment-only adoption process only. No unscheduled visits at this time. If you are interested in making an appointment to meet a pet, please call us (757-221-0150 ext:0) or email us ([email protected]). Our Adoption Team is available from 8 AM - 4:30 PM daily. Appointments are 30 minutes in duration.
Surrender Hours
  • Please call at least 24 hours in advance to schedule your surrender appointment (757-221-0150 ext:0). Stray animals do not require an appointment, but when possible please call ahead.
  • Monday 9:00AM - 3:00PM
  • Tuesday 9:00AM - 11:00AM
  • Wednesday 9:00AM - 11:00AM
  • Thursday 9:00AM - 11:00AM
  • Friday 9:00AM - 11:00AM
  • Saturday 9:00AM - 11:00AM
  • Sunday 9:00AM - 11:00AM
Contact Information
  • Heritage Humane Society
  • 430 Waller Mill Road
  • Williamsburg, VA 23185
  • 757-221-0150
  • [email protected]
Heritage Humane Heritage Humane
  • Adopt
    • Adopt a Dog or Puppy
    • Adopt A Cat or Kitten
    • Adopt a Small Pet
    • Career Cats
    • Adoption Process
      • Adoption Fees
      • Frequently Asked Questions
      • What to Expect When Adopting
  • DONATE
    • Shelter Expansion Project 2021
    • Donate Online
    • Positive Outcomes in 2020
    • Whiskey’s Wish
    • Planned Giving
    • Bricks & Pavers
    • Wish Lists
  • Events
    • Event Calendar
    • Host an Event
    • Spring in Bloom Online Auction
    • Drool in the Pool
    • Golf Classic – Make Par for Pets
    • FURever 8k, 5k, and Pet Run
    • Holiday Bazaar
    • Holiday Fur Tree
  • Get Involved
    • Volunteer
      • How to Become a Volunteer
      • Alternative Volunteer Opportunities
      • Volunteer FAQ’s
      • Volunteer Sign In Portal
    • Auxiliary
      • Join the Auxiliary
      • Auxiliary Programs & Events
    • Foster Volunteers
      • Foster FAQ’s
  • Programs & Services
    • Dog Training Classes
    • Lost Pet Report
    • Low Cost Spay/Neuter Information
    • Admissions
      • Positive Alternatives to Surrendering a Pet
      • Which Pets We Accept
      • Surrender A Pet
    • Stray Pets
    • Injured Wildlife
    • Kibble Kitchen
    • Community Service
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Our Mission: Heritage Humane Society serves as compassionate stewards of homeless pets that are in transition from stray/surrender to forever homes. We serve to educate the public about humane animal care and treatment, advocate animal welfare, and provide affordable adoption and spay/neuter services.
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