About Animals aRe First Fund

Animals aRe First Fund (ARFF) is a specific welfare agency contributing 100% of your contribution to help pets at the Devore and Big Bear Lake Animal Shelters in San Bernardino County.

ARFF officially became a federally recognized 501(c)(3) charitable organization in October of 2004. ARFF is supported by volunteer efforts. No funds are used to pay for salaries and wages.

Every year thousands of animals are admitted at Big Bear and Devore Animal Shelters. We are continuously looking to help animals in need. Our non-profit will continue to sponsor major adoption events in partnership with local community animal rescue groups. Our subsidized spay/neuter programs and microchipping have made adoptions much more affordable.

When you donate to ARFF, please know that every penny is used to help an animal in need. ARFF accepts donations from community organizations, shelter tour groups, schools, and individuals. Consider giving in memory of a loved one or pet, giving monthly, or sponsoring a fundraiser. Your donation is tax-deductible and will directly help homeless animals in your community.

How Your Support Helps

Many of the animals are temporarily housed at Devore and Big Bear Lake Animal Shelters as they await their forever homes. Your donations help:

Sponsor annual adoption events
Pay for spaying and neutering of pets at special adoption events
Sponsor free microchip and vaccination events
Provide educational and promotional materials on pet ownership
Provide microchip scanner to unify pets with their owners
Purchase equipment and supplies to ensure adequate and quality pet care

Saving Lives One

Donation At A Time.

How To Donate Today

Donate In-Person

If you would like to make an in-person donation, please contact us. Please send ALL donations to Devore Animal Shelter at 19777 Shelter Way, San Bernardino, CA 92407. Any donations specifically for Big Bear Lake Animal Shelter should be noted.

Below are items our shelter pets are always in need of at Devore and Big Bear Lake Animal Shelters. You can find these items on our Amazon Wish List. Thank you for supporting our shelter pets.