Across the country, groups both large and small provide information and services in support of humane education. Here are a few places to start, and others may be available in your community. If not, give some thought to helping your humane society start a local program. The world—and its children and animals—can always use more kindness!

American Humane
Ways to get involved, including mini-grants for youth groups
 
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
History of humane education, lesson plans, tip sheets
 
Best Friends Animal Society
Guidelines and classroom resources
 
Dumb Friends League
Denver, Colo., area youth programs and teacher recertification
 
HEART (Humane Education Advocates Reaching Teachers)
Classroom programs, advocacy, resources
 
Humane Education Programs
Standard and customized lesson plans for K through 12
 
Humane Society of the United States
Resources, animal advocacy
 
Institute for Humane Education
Humane education certificate program, workshops, classroom and youth group activities, resources
 
The National Humane Education Society
Presentations to the public, educational materials
 
Progressive Animal Welfare Society
Seattle-area classroom workshops