Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center
Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center
MISSION — To support the Norfolk Animal Care Center in sheltering and caring for Norfolk’s stray and homeless animals, to promote and facilitate adoptions, to assist with special needs medical care, to promote and support spay/neuter in the community and to educate the public about responsible pet ownership.
Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center (FNACC) gives Hampton Roads residents the ability to make a positive difference in the lives of homeless pets. We are a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit created to support the important work of the Norfolk Animal Care Center. Learn more about our mission, what we do, and the many ways you can help.
Through your support, Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center (FNACC) funds critical programs, including:
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A free monthly spay/neuter clinic for the Norfolk community
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Free pet food through our on-site and mobile pet pantries
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Subsidized adoptions through events and initiatives like the Golden Paws program for senior pets
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Special needs medical care for homeless animals
We invite you to be part of our shelter family by making a donation. Your gift will help bring love, comfort, and care to the animals that need it most. We are truly thankful for your support!
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Enter to Win a Custom Pet Portrait!
Meet Rusty – a proud Norfolk Animal Care Center alum. His new family was curious about his breed mix, so they ran a Dog DNA test to find out what makes Rusty, well… Rusty!
Now it’s YOUR turn to play detective!
👉 Can you guess what breed Rusty is mostly made up of?
🎁 One lucky winner will receive a custom pet portrait from the talented Ken Hobson Fine Art!
Foster Features
Prince
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Prince is a 2-year-old Cane Corso who is neutered, microchipped, up to date on vaccines and preventatives!
He’s young, energetic, and oh-so-sweet!
Prince has been on several NACC Pack Adventures, where he’s met strangers and dogs of all sizes, and he gets along well with everyone. He previously lived in a home with two other large dogs.
This gentle giant is a true gentleman!
Evelyn
Evelyn is an 8-year-old mixed breed, and she is part of the Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center's Golden Paws Adoption Program, so her adoption fee is just $35. Plus, if a senior citizen adopts a senior pet, the adoption fee is waived!
Evelyn gets along well with other dogs and respectful kids. She's currently in a foster home, where her love for water quickly became clear.
To help her keep living her best poolside life, NACC will include a free baby pool with her adoption.
Shelter Star
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Evelyn
Meet Merlin This gentleman may be 10, but he’s a pup at heart, happily showing off tricks like “sit” and “down!” Come meet this charming boy at Norfolk Animal Care Center and see his magic for yourself.
Merlin is the August Shelter Star and his adoption is fully sponsored by Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center!
Wednesday, September 3rd
Join Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center as the Norfolk Tides welcome fans AND their four-legged friends to Harbor Park on September 3rd.
In addition to cheering on the Tides, fans can support the NACC Pet Pantry:
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Bring a minimum of $10 worth of cat or dog food to the Home Plate or First Base entrance.
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Receive a 2025 Tides ticket voucher for a remaining home game as a thank-you for your donation!
🐾 Important: All cats must have a ticket to attend. Visit the link below for more information and to secure your spot for this purr-fect day at the ballpark!
Gates: 5:30 pm
First Pitch: 6:35 pm
Get tickets now: https://bit.ly/3IJJi7b
NACC's Pet Pantry
NACC, along with Friends of NACC run the area's only free pet food pantry.
Do you have some spare unopened bags of cat and/or dog kibble? We are more than happy to take them! Our pet pantry serves as a free resource to help those in need of temporary assistance feeding their pets. Sometimes our stock gets a little low. Drop your donations off at NACC - 5585 Sabre Road, Norfolk, VA 23502. Call ahead for shelter hours (757) 441-5505.
NOTE: Only unopened bags of food can be accepted. If you have opened bags of pet food, consider reaching out to area dog and cat rescue's. They may gladly accept and appreciate them.
If you are struggling to feed your pets, we can help! Click here to get more information about NACC's mobile pet pantry and how you can obtain free food to help get you and your pets through tough times.
Dear Friends and Supporters,
As we reflect on 2024 at FNACC, we extend our heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering support and dedication. Our annual report stands as a testament to the collective efforts that have profoundly impacted the lives of Norfolk’s homeless and stray animals.
This year’s report highlights the milestones we’ve achieved together—from successful adoption events and impactful fundraising initiatives to essential medical assistance and community outreach programs. The steady growth of our network, both in numbers and generosity, underscores our community’s deep commitment to animal welfare.
Highlighted below are a few of our 2024 accomplishments:
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We expanded our Best Buds program to include adoption discounts for any two pets adopted together, encouraging more families to welcome twice the love into their homes.
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We launched the Shelter Star program, shining a light on long-term shelter residents who are often overlooked. Each month, Friends of NACC fully sponsors the adoption fee for one of these special pets, helping them find their second chance.
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We continued our support for Waggin' Wheels, NACC’s mobile pet pantry, delivering pet food to underserved Norfolk neighborhoods each month. This program ensures families in need can keep their beloved pets well-fed and cared for.
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Lastly, through our ongoing partnership with PETA, we proudly provided free microchipping and monthly spay/neuter clinics for Norfolk residents, contributing to responsible pet ownership and reducing pet overpopulation.
We invite you to explore the inspiring stories of resilience and compassion that define our organization. Your steadfast support is the cornerstone of our success, and we are honored to share these accomplishments with you.
To stay informed, we encourage you to subscribe to our email updates, where you’ll receive the latest news about our activities and the many animals we serve.
Thank you for being an integral part of our mission. Together, we are shaping a brighter future for Norfolk’s homeless animals.
With gratitude,
Friends of NACC Board
2024 Annual Report