Shelters to adopt a dog.

I had to say goodbye to my dog of 12 years very suddenly (FUCK CANCER). After taking a little time to grieve I would like to adopt another. Are there any good shelters around anymore? Aside from the Humane Society all I seem to be seeing are organizations that work to bring rescues from down south up. I would prefer to be able to do a meet and greet if possible to try and find the perfect fit.