Harbor Association of Volunteers for Animals
Our Mission
The Harbor Association of Volunteers for Animals (HAVA) is a dedicated no-kill shelter serving the feline population of North Pacific County. Our mission is to provide a safe haven for cats and kittens who are homeless, abandoned, or abused, while working tirelessly to find them permanent, caring homes.
Our Story
Founded originally in Westport, WA, by Shirley Brown, HAVA has grown through the passion of a dedicated volunteer community. Today, we are based in Raymond, WA, where our shelter, Harry’s HAVA House, serves as a beacon of hope for local animals in need thanks to the generous support of Harry and LaPriel Jones.
How We Help
HAVA is a protect-life shelter—a safe harbor, not a final destination. Beyond rescue, we offer vital community support, including a low-income spay/neuter voucher program, pet food assistance, and education. We believe that keeping families and their pets together whenever possible is a core part of building a stronger, kinder community.
Connecting You with a Companion
Adoption is the start of a joyful, life-long partnership. Whether you are looking for a playful kitten or a seasoned adult cat, our team is here to help you find the perfect match for your lifestyle. Every pet comes to you spayed or neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped, ensuring they are ready to become a cherished member of your family.
Join Our Mission
Ready to meet your new best friend? We invite you to explore our current adoptable pets online or visit us at our shelter in Raymond. If you cannot adopt today, consider becoming a volunteer or donating to support the lifesaving medical care and resources we provide to the animals of North Pacific County.
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7/6 - North county's only animal shelter begins move - Chinook Observer
RAYMOND — It has been 10 months since the nonprofit animal shelter Harbor Association of Volunteers for Animals (HAVA) in Raymond went to Pacific County officials hoping to work out […]
10/18 - So very excited to give a huge shout-out to Smith Farm Pumpkins for supporting HAVA’s Halloween Pet Costume Photo Contest (https://givebutter.com/hava-halloween-pet-costume-contest-2026) and hosting a donation jar for us this weekend! 🐾 🎃 ➡️ It’s another gorgeous day to visit the farm! 🧡🧡🧡 Head on out and pick pumpkins for the festive fall season, visit with some amazing vendors, and stay and play for a bit! Help us out at HAVA by dropping some change in the donation jar! Smith Farm Pumpkins is open every Saturday and Sunday through October 31 from 10a - 4p. Find them at 270 Camp 1 Road in Raymond, WA. When local businesses support HAVA, they’re helping us continue our mission to provide care and a safe haven for cats in need. We’re so grateful to have such an amazing community behind us! ❤️🐈 🎟️ Show Smith Farm Pumpkins some love! Follow them on Facebook (facebook.com/SmithFarmPumpkins, and please thank them for supporting local animals and community connectivity! LOCAL BUSINESSES: Want to join the fun? We’re still welcoming sponsors to help make our prize bundles extra special! If you’d like to contribute a gift card, voucher, product, or other item, reach out to Kristin at kristin@hava-heart.org. We’d love to include you! Thank you for helping us make this fundraiser a purr-fectly thrilling success! 🐾🎃 #HAVA #HalloweenPetContest #ShopLocal #SupportLocal #CommunityStrong
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10/3 - Reminder! 🚨 🐾 The Raymond Shelter will be CLOSED today as we are at the Adoptathon event at Petsense Aberdeen today! Come see us there, it should be a fun time! #ShelterCats #RescueIsMyFavorite #PNWCats #ShelterKittens #AdoptAKitten #RescueCatsNeedHomes #PacificCountyWA #HAVA
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10/2 - HAVA KITTENS ARE COMING TO ABERDEEN! 🐾 Most of these adorable little faces will be looking for their forever homes THIS SATURDAY at Petsense Aberdeen’s Adoptathon Event!! 🥰🐱 (note: our Raymond shelter will not be open as we will be at this event in Aberdeen!) 📍 Petsense Aberdeen 🗓️ Saturday, October 3 ⏰ Starts at 10 AM Stop in and say hi! #AdoptDontShop #AdoptableKittens #KittenSeason #CatAdoption #AberdeenWA
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