
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
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!