Safe Haven Pet Sanctuary Will Vacate Building
The Green Bay animal rescue must clear its N. Broadway location by the end of September 2026.
Updated on Sept. 21, 2026 in Pets — General
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Safe Haven Pet Sanctuary faces a September 30, 2026, deadline to vacate its long-term facility in Green Bay after the building was sold. The organization must now complete its relocation following the transition to a temporary space.
Why it matters
The displacement stems from the property owner selling the site, forcing the sanctuary to leave after nine years of occupancy. Because the building sustained $1.3 million in storm damage that lacked insurance coverage, the organization is now focused on funding a permanent new home.
The sanctuary operated on N. Broadway for nine years before the building was sold. Repairing the storm-damaged roof requires $1.3 million in funding.
The players
Safe Haven Pet Sanctuary
This Green Bay organization provides rescue and care services for animals and is currently transitioning to a new facility.
St. Paul's United Methodist Church
This local religious institution is serving as the temporary operating base for the sanctuary following the sale of its former building.
The details
The non-profit is moving forward from its former Broadway site after the property sale necessitated a departure. Operations are currently being managed from St. Paul's United Methodist Church while organizers continue a fundraising effort for a permanent facility.
Timeline
September 30, 2026, is the official deadline to vacate the property.
Culture Shift
The sanctuary's struggle to afford $1.3 million in repairs underscores the broader trend of nonprofits being displaced by high overhead and facility maintenance costs. This mirrors a larger shift where community organizations increasingly rely on creative space-sharing as real estate values and repair demands outpace donor funding.
The sanctuary's move from N. Broadway means residents must now look to St. Paul's United Methodist Church for services and volunteer opportunities. Supporters should monitor local announcements regarding future fundraising initiatives to help secure a long-term home for the rescued animals.
The takeaway
The relocation highlights the critical importance of building maintenance and insurance for small, donation-based non-profits. Residents interested in helping should contact the organization directly to support their ongoing search for a new, permanent location.
Further reading
For more information on regional animal care updates, visit the Pets — General section.
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