Our Mission

“The goal of the Effingham County Humane Society is to reduce animal suffering in our county through educating and promoting responsible pet ownership, including spaying/neutering pets, appropriate pet identification, proper pet care, and the quality adoption of homeless pets.”

History

Since 1979, the Effingham County Humane Society has been committed to serving Effingham County and the surrounding area. We are located in the former Funkhouser School, and our non-profit shelter is sustained by fundraising, contributions, and adoption fees.

Board of Directors

Without the work of our amazing board and staff, we wouldn’t be able to reach our goals! We are very grateful for the efforts that they put forth toward our mission, values, and purpose.

Steve Sager
President

Shelby Mooney
Vice-President

Jan Marcott
Secretary

Delia Martin
Treasurer

Lori Sager
Director

Bill Hammer
Director

Jeff Grupe
Director

Tanner Kirby
DVM, Director

Elise Asher
Director

Mary Buckner
Director

Tracie Higgs
Director

News

What an AMAZING turnout and fun night at Trivia for Tails on Saturday, November 9th! Thank you all for coming out, supporting our shelter, and helping us raise much-needed funds for the animals in our care. Missed out? No worries! We host Trivia for Tails every Spring and Fall — keep an eye out for…
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🎉 We had an amazing time at our first-ever Glo Bingo on Friday, September 27th! 🌟 A huge crowd, endless laughs, and tons of raffle items made for an unforgettable night, all while raising much-needed funds for our shelter! If you missed out, don’t worry—we’re bringing it back! Stay tuned for the next date! A…
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We had a wonderful time at the Effingham County Fair, where we were set up in the Schuetzenfest building July 27th-August 3rd. It was a fantastic opportunity to connect with the community and share more about our mission. A big thank you to everyone who stopped by our table. Your support and interest mean the…
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