Write an Action Letter

Every month, NHES Humane Education & Advocacy Department writes letters on important animal welfare issues ranging from the local to the international level. NHES urges both private and public figures—including corporate CEOs, state and federal legislators, and international leaders—to take action to help animals. We invite you to join us in our efforts!

“Poppy,” an adoptable cat at the NHES-operated, Briggs Animal Adoption Center in Charles Town, West Virginia

Sample Action Letter
Our sample action letter shows you how to write your own correspondence to government officials and other decision-makers.

Tips for Writing Action Letters
Follow these tips for effective letter-writing, phone calls, and email correspondence.

Paws Up!/Paws Down!
Want to get involved but don’t know where to start? Every Paws Up! or Paws Down! blog post keeps you up-to-date on current events affecting animals. Posts provide the name and contact information of officials to contact so you can be sure your voice will be heard!