This place is truly amazing. Saving so many dogs from Mexico and giving them a new life full love…read moreand compassion. They make sure each dog goes to best best family possible. The staff is amazing as well. They offer clinics with low prices for vaccines as well as neutering/spaying services. They actually care more about taking care of the dogs than making a buck like the human society. That place used to be affordable but now it's all about making a profit. I hope to volunteer at these place one day and be a part of such a great establishment.

We started the journey to adopting a dog as our last one passed a year ago. We wanted a smaller…read moredog and have heard very good things about Compassion Without Borders. We went to an adoption event with quite a few dogs available. After walking around and talking to the volunteers, who were all fantastic, we were drawn to a small white and beige dog. We wanted an adult dog, and we found out, the young pup was 6 years old. She was initially shy, but could tell she was very sweet. We picked her and she picked us. We adopted her, and Miss Rita is the sweetest dog we have ever had living with us. The entire adoption process and care they give the dogs were fantastic. You can tell they have compassion and love with all the dogs. I would highly recommend you take a look at them for adoption of these wonderful furry friends.

The Redwood Empire Food Bank it's a great resource for our community it is also a wonderful place…read moreto volunteer. They're not only have human food but they also have pet food programs sometimes diapers wipes. If you are in need to reach out to them if they can't help you they'll find someone. If you're looking for somewhere to volunteer they take people pretty much of any ages smaller kids need to be with their parents there's so many opportunities to volunteer it's physical labor so I considered a work out for the day.

Thank you Redwood Food Bank ! We dropped off five bags of food (pasta, peanut butter, tuna, clams…read moreand soups) yesterday at the Whole Foods here in Petaluma. Keep up your great and much needed work !! Paul and Lynn Young

Great place to work, making a difference in peoples' lives. I've worked there since February and…read moregreat people run the place.

Homeward Bound is a fantastic multi-level, win-win for the entire community. Not only does Homeward…read moreBound take care of families in need. They also teach skill building classes in the kitchen. They have a community garden that grows fresh green for the kitchen. They also package and sell sweet and doggy treats. When not teaching cooking and food skills classes, Homeward Bound offers a banquet space that can provide full service meals or just a meeting space. The banquet space has a drop down screen, and built in camera equipment for your high tech needs. Another five stars for Homeward Bound if Marin.

We've been up there for trainings for our Dog. My wife and I live in the East Bay but we've been…read morewilling to travel up to Sonoma for trainings because we've really enjoyed the different service dog trainings, especially the ones offered by Brian Gallindo. We've done two different classes and our dog has enjoyed them. The place is a very nice, new and well-done facility in Healdsburg. It's easy to find via Google Maps and there's a plenty of space to walk and train dogs. We've never tried their pet adoption operations but when we're there it seems to be a pretty good environment.

I am a veterinary professional and this shelter is hands down, the best and most caring facility…read morethat I've ever been to. We adopted our dog there and Gabe is one of the most caring, knowledgeable and kind professionals that I've met. His first priority is the wellbeing of the animals in their charge. He is worth his weight in gold and a wonderful source of animal behavioral knowledge. Secondly, our cat disappeared in May of 2017 and after doing everything we could to find him, we feared the worst. Months went by and we relocated from Sonoma County to the Central Coast. We were shocked to receive a call from Gabe, letting us know that our cat was found, and he was able to locate us thanks to a microchip. FOLKS, MICROCHIPS WORK! But remember to always have your information current! Because we live much farther away, the staff, and especially Alison the AMAZING Shelter Director were all very accommodating and patient about us getting to Healdsburg to retrieve him, because it fell on a Holiday weekend. In the meantime they kept communication ongoing, and because our cat was underweight, they were especially concerned for his health and did everything they could to find something palatable to help him eat. Our kitty is now home and thriving again. Healdsburg is SO fortunate to have such a beautiful afacility and such a caring staff for the local animal population!

We were with a group of 6. We were not sure what to expect. Honestly, we set the bar low. We…read morefigured that it would be a decent experience and we'd be in and out in two hours. We were wrong. Wow, the experience was exceptional. The big cats are in very nice, well maintained, and impeccably clean enclosures. Every cat looked healthy and well cared for. The owners and team provided tremendous insights into each cat. We were there about 3.5 hours and we enjoyed every moment. We could get closer than one could get in any zoo-like experience. Yet, they had firm rules to keep everyone a safe distance from protruding claws. We also viewed the cheetah run. While interesting and memorable, it may be better to skip that element and just provide a greater donation. We are fortunate that people make the personal and professional commitments needed to preserve these amazing animals. All of us look forward to going back and contributing to their effort.

The reservation date was 6/27/2026. Th date was cancelled due to only having three other…read morereservations for that date. Hotel was booked to stay overnight and we would not cancel the hotel, cant replicate the bad treatment from Wild Cat to other businesses.. This is poor business operation strategy to cancel because the total of reservations was not to their expectation. Total disregard for individual that make plans. The cancellation came one week before the reservation date. This is like playing roulette to see if you are granted the visiting date promised. Barbara mentioned she had sent an email on the 18th but the email was not received. It was never sent. Once I heard that the 27th was not going to be honored. I exchanged two emails with Barbara. My emails were professional but expressing the disappointment of how they are conducting business. She understood as "my anger." I am not angry but I am disappointed. They should have a clause on their site that estates: "Dates are not guaranteed and subject to the owners to cancel as they wish." I want to add, that I was told that other participants wanted a lated date (later than 6/27) in the year. Who cares! You had 4 reservations for 6/27. This place is a shame that is allowed to conduct business. There has to be others that received cancellations. Should not be tolerated.

These people are SPECTACULAR. Taylor, who I am dubbing Yaylor, is a total Rockstar. I had an…read moreinjured possum stuck in my fence. She came out and was so sweet with this poor creature. Talked to it in a calm and reassuring tone and gently put it in the carry case. Instead of looking like it was going to rip her face off, it stayed calm and compliant. Nice work!!!​

What a wonderful tour with Margaret. We started with some info about the rescue and how to handle…read moreraccoons in your yard etc., then did a walk to see the turkey vulture, the hawk, coyote, bobcat, mountain lion, possum and wended w the wolf dog, domestic cat and sheep and goats. It's worth coming out to and a good break in wine tasting.

A non profit agency that changes peoples life. Tons of great programs like headstart and housing.read more

From the owner: You can see the imprint of Community Action Programs (CAP) throughout the country. Upon declaration…read moreof the "War on Poverty," which resulted from the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson created what has grown to over 1,000 of these Community Action Agencies across the nation - together Helping People, Changing Lives. Community Action Partnership of Sonoma County has been partnering with low income families and individuals to help them achieve economic and social stability; to build community, and to advocate for social and economic justice since 1967 and has a rich history and strong allies here in Sonoma County.

Hello!?!?!? Does anybody ever answer your phones? Called both numbers provided during operating…read morehours and nobody ever answers

From the owner: Conservation Corps North Bay (CCNB) is a paid job training program that helps young adults navigate…read morebarriers to achieve their career goals. Corpsmembers at CCNB simultaneously earn a paycheck, work toward their diploma, and receive supportive services. Four days each week are dedicated to paid job training on natural resources and zero waste projects, including fire fuel reduction, invasive species removal, trail maintenance, recycling collection, and much more. Members who have not yet graduated high school supplement this work experience through enrollment in John Muir Charter School, with class sessions in the evening and on Fridays, and work steadily toward their diploma. Additionally, all corpsmembers take part in CCNB’s Career Pathways programming, which includes one-on-one coaching, weekly skill development workshops, career exploration, and job placement support. This comprehensive suite of services acts as a launching pad for corpsmembers, preparing them to enter a living-wage career and become active members of the communities in which they live. Free mattress, e-waste, and tire recycling in Santa Rosa — no fees, ever. Drop off TVs, computers, mattresses, tires, bottles & cans, plastic wrap, and more at our Airway Drive facility in Santa Rosa. We’re a local nonprofit employing young adults in environmental careers. See listing for fours. No appointment needed for most materials — tires require booking online. One stop. All free.