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HOPE Animal-Assisted
Crisis Response®

HOPE AACR gives Comfort in Times of Crisis by bringing emotional support with our specially-trained canine and handler teams.

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Animal Teams Trained for Comfort in Times of Crisis

HOPE’S Mission: To provide comfort and encouragement through animal-assisted support to individuals affected by crises and disasters.

HOPE AACR has been serving people affected by disasters and traumatic events, free of charge, since 1999. We are proud of the great work our teams do!

Support Our Mission

Would you like donate to HOPE AACR? Please know that we are an all-volunteer non-profit organization. All donations and support go towards defraying costs associated with training and certifying new crisis teams, developing training programs and materials, and helping to reduce the out of pocket expenses our members incur when they deploy.

HOPE AACR is on a mission to expand its positive impact and establish strong partnerships that enable us to do even more. If you know of organizations or individuals who align with our mission and may be interested in partnering with us, we’d love to hear from you! Your personal connections and recommendations can play a crucial role in driving our vision forward. Kindly share details on our partnership referral form, and thank you for being an essential part of our growth and journey.

HOPE Can Help Bring Comfort

Hope Animal-Assisted Crisis Response is prepared to lend assistance to relief organizations by sending Certified Animal-Assisted Crisis Response teams where you need them most. We have experienced teams consisting of canines and handlers that are trained and tested to be able to respond under the stresses of crisis response work. HOPE AACR teams are ready to work side by side with you. All HOPE AACR members are insured under a $2 million dollar general liability policy, background checked, and never self-deploy.

  Emotional Relief Organizations

  Emergency Responders

  Schools, Hospitals, Chaplains

Thank You To Our Corporate Supporters, Including:
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Announcement!

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HOPE AACR GALA

Saturday, October 11, 2025 • 6:30–10:00 PM

Treat yourself, your spouse, your friends—or your staff—to an unforgettable evening in support of an extraordinary mission. The very first HOPE AACR Gala is coming to the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center, and it's more than a fundraiser—it's a celebration!

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