Help Out Animals in Need with Nashua Humane Society Expansion

The Humane Society for Greater Nashua has raised more than $7.5 million toward a $9.6 million capital campaign to fund a 10,000-square-foot expansion and renovations of its nearly 50-year-old shelter; a $1 million matching gift will be unlocked when an additional $1 million in donations is received.

The Humane Society for Greater Nashua is moving forward with a capital campaign to expand and renovate its aging shelter. The plan calls for a 10,000-square-foot addition and upgrades to the current facility, which is almost 50 years old. The organization serves 16 communities and has operated for 125 years. Groundbreaking was held in November and design and construction firms have been named. Key facts: - The shelter is located at 24 Ferry Road in Nashua and serves 16 area communities. - The organization reports more than 500 adoptions in 2024 and 122 animals rescued from high-kill shelters in the South (110 dogs and 12 cats). - Services include veterinary care, affordable spay/neuter surgeries, vaccine clinics, canine training classes, kids' programs, and burial and cremation services. - The expansion project includes a 10,000-square-foot building addition designed by Warrenstreet Architects, Inc. and to be built by Harvey Construction. - The Humane Society for Greater Nashua says it has raised more than $7.5 million toward a $9.6 million goal. - An anonymous $1 million matching commitment will be unlocked when another $1 million in donations is secured, according to the organization. Summary: The campaign would increase the shelter's space and update facilities to meet growing local needs. If the campaign reaches the additional $1 million, the matching funds will add $1 million toward the $9.6 million goal; the timeline for project completion was not specified.