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TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) – The Santa Cruz Humane Society is closing its doors in Fall of 2026.
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The humane society expects to be fully closed by September.
Santa Cruz Humane Society Board President Sue Rogers says financial difficulties over the last year led to this decision.
“We started looking over the books last October and noticed that the funds weren’t coming in, grants were smaller, and expenses tripled,” Rogers said.
Rogers and her husband even put in some of their own money at one point to keep the humane society running.
“It’s been a very hard decision, and I’ve spent many weeks pouring over the books,” Rogers said.
The humane society will stay open in the meantime while they look to rehome the animals in their care.
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“What I’m asking is to keep us going while we get the animals out,” Rogers said.
Rogers told 13 News they have been in talks with the City of Nogales and Santa Cruz County for animal control to take over, yet nothing has been confirmed.
“I’m very thankful for the support that the community has shown us,” Rogers said.
The humane society will accept donations until the weekend of June 19.
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