Hope For Life Rescue
Making a difference one life at a time
"Every face here represents a life cared for by Hope For Life Rescue, some still waiting, some already home, all deeply loved."
Our mission
We Rescue The Abandoned, injured, Abused, & Neglected
Hope For Life Rescue is a 501(c)3 non-profit, animal rescue located in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
We focus on rescuing abandoned, injured, abused, and neglected dogs and cats, many of whom are at high risk of euthanasia in open-intake shelters. While we do not typically accept owner surrendered pets, our mission is to step in and save those who need us most.
Though we remain a small, hands-on team, our impact has grown significantly. We now take in an average of 1,200 animals annually and spend roughly $450,000 each year on veterinary care alone, doing everything possible to ensure our animals reach their best level of health.
Because we are a rescue rather than a traditional shelter, we have the flexibility to focus our efforts where they're needed most. We never euthanize for space or time, and we are not afraid to take on animals with serious medical needs who might not have a chance elsewhere.
Despite the challenges that come with the animals we choose to rescue, we proudly maintain a 96% - 98% save rate.
Ready to welcome a new companion into your family? See who is currently available for adoption. Before applying, we ask that you take a moment to review our adoption process so you know what to expect every step of the way.
Want to support our mission? Explore different ways you can give. Every contribution, big or small, helps provide shelter, supplies, and medical care our animals need while they wait to be adopted. Your generosity is what makes this work possible!