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 generosity, Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center (FNACC) is able to support vital programs that directly impact animals and families in our community, including:

• A free monthly spay/neuter clinic for Norfolk residents
• Free pet food through our on-site and mobile Pet Pantry
• Essential supplies for foster families
• Subsidized adoptions through events and initiatives like the Golden Paws program for senior pets and Best Buds
• Specialized medical care for animals with urgent or unique needs

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!

Pups and Kisses!

Join Norfolk Animal Care Center at Afterglow Brewery on Saturday, February 14th from 3-5 pm, for Pups and Kisses!

Take pictures with your furry Valentine in our Valentine's-themed photo booth for a donation to Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center!

Meet adoptable dogs and cats from 3-5 pm, take home a pet-themed craft the whole family will love, and talk with NACC volunteers and staff about adoption and foster opportunities.

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Spread the Love!

Be a shelter pet's secret admirer this Valentine's Day!

Donate $14 to support Adoption Programs like Golden Paws, Best Buds, and Shelter Star at Norfolk Animal Care Center.

Help give a homeless pet a second chance at love!

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Shelter Star

Calling all large dog lovers, Lelluu is NACC’s Shelter Star of the Month for the month of February! Lelluu (pronounced lee-loo) is a 2-year-old Mastiff that is looking for a new home. She plays well with dogs and cats, and her previous home had young children that she loved to play with.

While she does enjoy playing and stretching her legs, she also enjoys lounging around and being her human's doggy-weighted-blanket. Interested in meeting Lelluu? Stop by the shelter during open viewing hours to meet this sweet girl.

Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center has fully sponsored her adoption fee so her future adopter can focus on getting snuggly toys, treats, and supplies.

Foster Features

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Meet Granola.

Granola is the ultimate kid-friendly, playful couch potato lady! She loves to play catch, but is not very good at fetch.

She takes some time to warm up to dogs, and would prefer neutral/calm K9 companions and is best in a home without cats.

She is 8 years old, spayed, and ready for your home!

Reach out to Norfolk Animal Care Center to schedule a meet and greet. Email fosternacc@norfolk.gov.

Her adoption fee is reduced to $35 thanks to the Friends of the Norfolk Animal Care Center Golden Paws Adoption Program.

Evelyn

King is a 2-year-old boxer mix who has been waiting for a loving home since October. During his time at NACC, he got to be a firefighter for the day with Norfolk Fire-Rescue!

Now in a loving foster home, his foster says, "He is very social and gets along with our female bulldog. Definitely still has lots of puppy energy and would be best in a home with older kids. King enjoys taking walks and LOVES to play tug.

He is completely house-trained. He can also sit, lay down, give a paw, and goes to the "place" which in our house is his play pen."

Email fosternacc@Norfolk.gov to set up a meet and greet.

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:

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.
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.
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.
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