CHARLES TOWN — The National Humane Education Society (NHES) has announced plans to sell the Briggs Animal Adoption Center (BAAC) and relocate in order to expand its other programs, including Human Education and Advocacy, Spaying and Neutering, Foster-based Animal Care and Adoption, Animal Rescue and Relief, and the Pet Food Bank. As part of this transition, BAAC is actively seeking new homes for its remaining animals.
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NHES aims to more effectively utilize its funds to better serve local animals. Executive Director Megan Hessenberger stated that maintaining a facility like BAAC involves significant expenses, including heating, air conditioning, and staffing. In light of economic challenges that have decreased donations, NHES is pursuing a strategy that allows them to continue having a substantial impact on the community while ensuring the safety and well-being of the animals.