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 [4]
Ways to get involved, including mini-grants for youth groups
 
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals [5]
History of humane education, lesson plans, tip sheets
 
Best Friends Animal Society [6]
Guidelines and classroom resources
 
Dumb Friends League [7]
Denver, Colo., area youth programs and teacher recertification
 
HEART [8] (Humane Education Advocates Reaching Teachers)
Classroom programs, advocacy, resources
 
Humane Education Programs [9]
Standard and customized lesson plans for K through 12
 
Humane Society of the United States [10]
Resources, animal advocacy
 
Institute for Humane Education [11]
Humane education certificate program, workshops, classroom and youth group activities, resources
 
The National Humane Education Society [12]
Presentations to the public, educational materials
 
Progressive Animal Welfare Society [13]
Seattle-area classroom workshops