The Greater Birmingham Humane Society (GBHS), founded in 1883, is the largest and oldest humane society in Alabama with a mission of promoting the humane treatment of people and animals through education, advocacy, and services. The GBHS provides a wide range of services to the community, including adoptions, animal cruelty investigations, humane education, pet surrendering, disaster preparation, and a Pet Pantry where struggling pet owners are provided food for their pets.