Nominate a remarkable pet rescue

Every rescue has a story waiting to be told. Join us in celebrating them! Nominate a rescue group for the Heroic Hearts Collective - and give them a chance to win a donation.

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About the Heroic Hearts Collective

Where others look away, rescue organizations see hope. The Heroic Hearts Collective was founded by PetPlace to honor these remarkable groups who dedicate themselves to society’s forgotten animals. Through their stories, we celebrate the profound impact of their everyday heroism.

Why should you nominate a rescue?

Show a special rescue how much their work has meant to you and your community. Five of the rescues nominated will be randomly selected to receive the following prizes.

$1,000 Donation

to help them continue their vital work

50 24Petwatch Standard Microchips

to help reunite adopters with their lost pets

1 Universal Microchip Scanner

to identify lost pets regardless of what chip they have and help them get home

Feature on PetPlace.com

to recognize their contributions and raise awareness

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How to nominate

Submitting your nomination is simple!

Your information:

Share your name and contact details so we can follow up

Nominee Details:

Provide the rescue’s name and background

Their Story:

Tell us about their impact on the lives of animals and in their community

Celebrate the heroes who make a difference

At PetPlace, we believe in recognizing the extraordinary organizations who go above and beyond to rescue, care for and advocate for animals in need. The Heroic Hearts Collective is your chance to nominate organizations whose passion and dedication have changed the lives of pets and their communities.

Before submitting your nomination, please ensure it meets the following criteria:

  • Open to registered 501(c)(3) animal rescues or equivalent organizations in the United States.
  • Rescues must have been operational for at least one year.
  • Nominations are welcome from anyone, including self-nominations or submissions by supporters (volunteers, adopters, donors, etc.).

If your nominee meets these requirements, we want to hear their story!

Nominations close March 21, 2025, at 11:59 PM EST. Don’t miss your chance to shine a spotlight on their incredible work!

Help spread the word

Share the Heroic Hearts Collective with your network! Click below for potential social posts you can use to promote the campaign in your community — and amplify rescue stories once winners are chosen.

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