Founded in 1912, the Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society (GMHS) nonprofit animal shelter celebrates the human-pet bond and is committed to the welfare of every animal in its care. Each year, GMHS transforms the lives of over 8,000 animals through its services in rural Coastal Virginia.
Our Mission and Vision
Mission: To improve and save the lives of companion animals through compassionate care, affordable adoption, spay/neuter services, community engagement and education.
Vision: Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society envisions a safe, compassionate and healthy community for companion animals and those who love them.
Annual Impact
96%
Live Release Rate
1,900+
Animals Received/Care For
4,000+
Spays/Neuters
What We Do
GHMS’ key programs include traditional shelter adoption services, promotion of responsible pet ownership through spay/neuter clinics, a pet pantry for those facing economic hardships and vaccination services.
GMHS also offers a variety of interactive, educational programs to promote responsible pet ownership, dog safety, animal-based careers, compassion for animals and the role of animal welfare organizations in the community.
GMHS strives to be a beacon for companion animals and its culture of collaboration and service benefits from the generosity of the Gloucester, Mathews and Middlesex communities.
Leadership Team
Our work is made possible by a dedicated staff and in partnership with volunteers who assist with tasks that include cleaning, feeding and working with animals to improve their chances for adoptability.
Communications & Development Coordinator
Caitlin Donnelly
804-693-5520 ext 104
[email protected]
[email protected]
Our Team
Adoption
Enrichment
Animal Care
Medical
Board of Directors
Elizabeth McCormick
Acting Board President
Elizabeth McCormick, Vice President
Scott Grady
Treasurer
Scott Grady, Treasurer
Wayne Maloney
Secretary
Wayne Maloney, Secretary
Jim Camp
Member-At-Large
Jim Camp, Member-At-Large
Kathryn Chriscoe
Kathryn Chriscoe
Stephen Farr, PhD
Stephen Farr, PhD
Katherine Haggerty, FNP
Katherine (Kacki) Haggerty
Ralph Jackson
Ralph Jackson
Chrissy Long, DVM
Chrissy Long, DVM
Richard Crowder, MD
President Emeritus
Richard (Dick) Crowder, MD
GMHS helps thousands of pets and families each year. It’s all possible because of you!
Your contributions – large and small – help ensure pets in need receive the temporary shelter, veterinary care, and adoption services they deserve.