Why fair, competitive pay matters
We value our incredible team members and we’re proud to pay them fair, competitive wages. Our compensation strategy is in line with that of other nonprofits of our size and scope, and it helps us attract and retain the most skilled, experienced and dedicated people to help stop animal cruelty and suffering for good.
How we determine fair pay and benefits
- Independent oversight: Our board of directors, who serve as volunteers without pay, sets compensation for officers and executives.
- Commitment to cost‑of‑living wages: We strive to pay a living wage so our staff can focus on ending animal cruelty without unnecessary financial stress.
- Hiring strategy that attracts top talent: Providing salaries and benefits comparable to other nonprofits helps us attract and keep a talented, committed team of experts.
Why fair compensation strengthens our mission
We need great people to do great work to help animals. By offering fair pay and benefits, we can recruit and retain people capable of tackling the root causes of animal cruelty around the world.
Addressing misinformation about our compensation
Now and then, industry groups try to suggest that paying our team a living wage is a bad thing. False accusations about how much we compensate our employees are spread by groups such as Berman and Co., a corporate PR firm known for working with industries that make money from hurting animals, and the front groups it funds.
Get the facts
- Find out who’s behind misinformation about our work
- See our financial and impact reports
- Meet our volunteer board members
Questions?
We are happy to answer your questions! Contact us today.
Frequently asked questions
Humane World for Animals uses a compensation strategy aligned with nonprofits of similar size and scope to ensure fair, competitive pay. Our volunteer board of directors oversees and sets compensation for officers and executives.
Yes. The organization strives to pay a living wage so staff can focus on ending animal cruelty without unnecessary financial stress. This commitment helps attract and retain skilled professionals.
Compensation for officers and executives is set by the volunteer board of directors. Board members do not receive pay for their service and provide independent oversight to ensure fairness.
Fair compensation helps recruit and retain talented, dedicated people most capable of tackling the root causes of animal cruelty worldwide. Strong teams create stronger animal protection outcomes.
Yes. Some industry groups—such as Berman and Co. and related front groups—spread false claims about the organization’s pay practices. Humane World for Animals provides transparent information to counter misinformation.
The organization benchmarks salaries and benefits against nonprofits of similar size and mission scope to ensure offerings remain competitive and help attract top talent globally.
You can explore additional details through resources such as financial and impact reports, volunteer board member profiles, and other transparency documents linked on this page.
We welcome questions and encourage you to contact us directly with any questions regarding compensation or related policies.
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