Local nonprofits saw a boost in donations during the annual Arizona Gives Day.
The Humane Society of Central Arizona, Payson Area Habitat for Humanity, Payson Senior Center, Time Out Inc., and Whispering Hope Ranch all took part in the April 6 online event. More than $7,000 in total was donated to the five nonprofits.
The Humane Society received $958 in donations as of April 14. It provides shelter and compassionate care for animals who are lost, abandoned or homeless. It works to place animals into homes through adoption, to improve the lives of animals through education and example, to promote spay and neuter of companion animals, and to provide a shelter.