HONOR & MEMORY GIFTS
Mark an occasion, honor a friend, remember a loved one
A donation in honor or memory of a pet, friend, or loved one, can be one of the most meaningful gifts you can give. It is a special way to give, and is a gift that can make a difference.
How to the program works:
HONORARY DONATION - we will send an acknowledgement card to the pet owner or designated person you are honoring, including your name as donor.
MEMORIAL DONATION - an acknowledgement card will be sent to the pet owner or next of kin. Dollar amounts are never specified on the acknowledgement card.
A formal tax receipt detailing date and amount of gift will be mailed via USPS to the name and address in the PayPal account “ship to” field.
Due to rising postal and administrative costs in handling these gifts, we appreciate a minimum gift of $25.00.
Plan ahead for anniversaries and special occasions — please allow 2-3 weeks for the post office to deliver acknowledgement cards.
Sample acknowledgement card (right):
If you prefer, you may mail or fax the completed pdf with check or credit card information to:
MCHS Honor/Memorial Department,
601 South Stonestreet Avenue,
Rockville, MD 20850
Or fax it to: (240) 547-4308
Questions? Please email Kathi Alexander.
Please note that with COVID-19 constraints, staff is working remotely and it may take as long as 2 weeks for an acknowldegee to receive their card.
To designate MCHS when your loved one or pet passes
Please contact our donations department and let us know the mailing address for the next-of-kin who will receive the acknowledgement cards. For obituaries, feel free to use this page’s link to direct donors.
The Montgomery County Humane Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Your contribution is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
MCHS does not sell, rent, or share its list of donors with any other organizations or individuals.