OUR STORY
The Animal Rights Foundation (ARF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening animal welfare and animal rights through education, infrastructure, advocacy, and strategic support.
Founded in the United States and expanding globally, ARF was created to address persistent gaps in the animal welfare ecosystem by investing in scalable solutions that expand knowledge, improve coordination, and elevate leadership and standards across the field.
ARF operates independently while drawing insight from decades of innovation within the animal welfare and rescue sector. Our work is forward-looking, adaptable, and rooted in demonstrated community need.
VISION, PURPOSE, AND APPROACH
OUR VISION: A world where animal welfare and animal rights efforts are informed by strong leadership, effective systems, shared standards, and broad public understanding.
OUR PURPOSE: ARF exists to strengthen the people, organizations, and infrastructure that protect animals and advance humane, sustainable practices.
OUR APPROACH: We prioritize initiatives based on demonstrated need and adapt as conditions evolve. Our work emphasizes digital distribution, partnerships, and field building to maximize reach and long-term impact.
Our Work
HOW WE WORK
ARF operates through partnerships and scalable platforms. We prioritize flexibility, collaboration, and accountability, adapting our work as community needs evolve.
WHAT WE DO
Expand access to education through podcasts, films, publications, and online learning
Support animal welfare professionals with leadership training and organizational capacity building
Fund and facilitate animal transports to address regional disparities
Invest in technology and infrastructure that improve coordination and emergency response
Partner nationally and internationally to advance best practices and standards