Ways to Give

Your support of East Bay SPCA directly impacts the thousands of dogs and cats that come through our doors each year, right here in our community. During their stay at our shelter, animals receive expert medical care, behavior training, loving attention and opportunities for play and socialization. It takes a community of volunteers, fosters, and donors to do this!

Give Monthly

Become a Constant Companion and ensure that animals in need get year-round help.

Legacy Giving

Plan your legacy with us. Include East Bay SPCA in your will or estate for a lasting impact on animals and people. See our Legacy Giving site or email/call Julie Henderson, VP of Philanthropy at jhenderson@eastbayspca.org or (510) 746-5111.

Circle of Friends

Join the East Bay SPCA Circle of Friends by making an annual contribution of $1,000 or more. Your generosity will transform lives.

Donate Stocks

Donating stocks allows you to avoid capital gains tax and often take a charitable deduction for the full value of the asset. Use this tool to donate stock so we can track your gift, send you the correct receipt, and ensure you can get the tax savings you deserve. If you would prefer to make your donation through your broker, access our transfer information from the link above to notify East Bay SPCA of your gift. 

Donor Advised Funds

Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) are investment accounts for the sole purpose of supporting charitable organizations today. This tool linked above automatically links with your DAF, allows you to recommend how you’d like your gift to be used and notifies East Bay SPCA of your intentions. Using FreeWill’s resource to grant from your DAF also saves us a lot of time, so thank you! It’s a great way to ensure consistent financial support while saving cash for immediate needs. 

Qualified Charitable Distributions

If you are 70.5 or older, giving from your IRA can help reduce your taxable income while helping care for animals in need. For those over 73 who must take a Required Minimum Distribution (RMD), an IRA gift is a simple way to fulfill it! By using FreeWill to give from your IRA, you can auto-complete your paperwork and we can track your gift to send you the proper tax receipts. 

Cryptocurrency Gifts

We now accept donations of Ethereum, Bitcoin, and other cryptocurrencies! This gives us one more way to fund our work and can provide you with extra tax benefits.

Vehicle Donations

Drive change for animals in need. Turn your vehicle into a lifeline for dogs and cats.

Tribute Gifts

Honor the memory of a beloved pet or a cherished animal lover.

Employer Matching

Double the Donation is a unique initiative aimed at amplifying the impact of your generosity. To see if your employer participates, use our simple search to determine if your donation to East Bay SPCA qualifies for matching funds.

Drop Off Donations

Support the well-being of animals in need by bringing your generous donations to the East Bay SPCA. From pet essentials to comforting supplies, your contribution helps create a nurturing environment for shelter residents awaiting homes. Join us in making a positive impact through your donations.

Browse Shelter Wishlist

Support the East Bay SPCA’s shelter and foster efforts by exploring our Amazon Wish List. From essential equipment to comforting blankets, your donations directly enhance the well-being of animals awaiting loving homes. Your gift will be shipped directly to our shelter.

Fundraise

Amplify Your Advocacy with Community Support: Become an advocate for change through our Fundraise program. This initiative empowers individuals and communities to amplify their impact by organizing events and campaigns that directly support our cause. Join us in turning passion into purpose and making a lasting difference.

Sponsor Our Event

Our signature Growl, Meow, and Wine event welcomes our community to our Oakland campus. This annual immersive experience benefits the people and animals we serve.

Contribute: Foster or Volunteer

Through volunteering and fostering, you actively contribute to transforming the lives of cats and dogs. Supporting animal welfare through your involvement and making a positive difference.

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