Gloucester Mathews Humane Society
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The Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society (GMHS) is an open-admission, non-profit shelter serving Middle Peninsula communities. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, only a small percentage of the Society's operating funds come from the counties we support. The rest comes from fundraising efforts by volunteers, grants, and other sources. 1,000-2,000 animals come through our doors each year.

The GMHS was formed in 1912 to address community concerns regarding cruelty and abuse of animals in the Middle Peninsula. Primarily concentrating on livestock in the early years, GMHS' focus shifted to advocating on behalf of "companion" animals as the area became less rural and populations swell in the 1970s. It is then the first physical shelter is built. In July 2009, GMHS moved into the state-of-the art shelter facility Middle Peninsula citizens and homeless animals now enjoy. 

Core Objectives
Core Values
  • Be a beacon in animal adoption, welfare and advocacy
  • Provide care for stray and homeless animals
  • Be a driving force for animal education
  • Develop a culture of collaboration and service
  • Ensure financial sustainability
  • Compassion, care and respect for animals and people
  • Integrity and trust
  • Promotion of the human-animal bond
  • Collaboration and Partnership
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Accountability
  • Appreciation for staff, volunteers and supporters
  • Healthy work environment

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Hours of Operation: 
Mon and Wed, 11 AM - 6 PM
Tue: Closed
Thu to Sat:  11 AM - 4 PM
Sun: 1 PM - 4 PM


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Contact Us
6620 Jackson Lane  (Physical) 
P.O. Box 385 (Mailing) 
Gloucester VA 23061
Phone: 804 693-5520
FAX:  804-693-2009

information@gmhumanesociety.org


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