named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Animal Cruelty Response and Seizure Program
Operates under contract with the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office to conduct field operations, transportation, housing, and care for animals seized in cruelty and probation cases
Animal Rescue and Adoption
Provides shelter, medical care, and adoption services for dogs and cats; manages a facility that has cared for over 3,000 animals since 2019
Community Education and Training
Conducts seminars and training for animal control professionals, public officials, and youth on animal law, shelter standards, and animal husbandry
Municipal Animal Care Contracts
Holds contracts with 11 of 15 municipalities in Sullivan County to provide dog control, rabies control, and animal care services
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Rescue and Adoption of Cats 1 activity
- Animal rescue and adoption servicesOperates comprehensive animal rescue, care, and adoption programs for homeless, abused, and abandoned dogs and cats, including medical treatment, spaying/neutering, vaccinations, microchipping, and behavioral rehabilitation to prepare animals for permanent homes. The organization has placed thousands of animals since opening its facility in 2019 and maintains a streamlined adoption process with application reviews within 24 hours and adoptions typically completed within one to three days.
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Animal Welfare and Rescue Support 1 activity
- Contracted animal care and seizure operations for Sullivan CountyProvides field operations, transportation, housing, and full care for animals seized in cruelty and probation cases under contract with the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office, including supervision of large-scale seizures. Also provides animal care services under contracts with 11 of the 15 municipalities in Sullivan County.
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Law Enforcement Professional Development 1 activity
- Professional training for animal control and shelter staffConducts training seminars for animal control professionals, shelter staff, and public officials on topics including New York State Agriculture & Markets Law and dog control law enforcement.
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Pre-Adoption Veterinary Care for Shelter Animals 1 activity
- Provision of veterinary and medical care for rescued animalsProvides essential veterinary services for all adopted animals, including spaying or neutering, rabies and distemper vaccinations, microchipping, and disease testing (heartworm and Lyme for dogs). Animals rescued from neglect or abuse receive targeted medical treatment and rehabilitation, such as skin therapy, nail care, wound management, nutritional recovery, and emotional healing.
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Animal Rescue Volunteer Coordination 1 activity
- Volunteer engagement in animal careEngages volunteers in daily animal care activities including cleaning enclosures, playing with cats, and walking dogs to support the well-being and socialization of shelter animals.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$202K
Contributions & grants$65K32%
Program service revenue$116K58%
Investment income$220%
Other revenue$20K
expenses
Total expenses$179K
Program expenses75%
Admin / overhead25%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$90K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$80K
Cash$71K
Investments$0
Liabilities$9K
Net assets$72K
Liquid reserves4.7 mo
2 years on record · 2023–2024 · YoY revenue -9.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JOANNE GEROW | DIRECTOR | 25 | $7K |
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- American Friends of the Jerusalem College of Technology Partner — Mr. Scheiman once served on the Executive Committee of this organization.
- BOCES Animal Husbandry Program Partner — Joanne Gerow serves as a consultant supporting curriculum development and youth education.
- Facebook Government — Uses Facebook to host fundraiser events and share updates about animals.
- GoFundMe Government — Runs fundraising campaigns through GoFundMe to support animal medical care.
- Instagram Partner — Uses Instagram to share adoptable pets and adoption updates.
- Middletown Humane Society Partner — Regional rescue partner collaborating with CARe to advance animal welfare outcomes.
- PayPal Government — Accepts donations through PayPal as a payment processor.
- Sullivan County District Attorney’s Office Partner — Collaborates with CARe on animal cruelty investigations and related legal matters.
- Sullivan County Legislature Government — CARe leader provides presentations to strengthen interagency collaboration and understanding of animal welfare laws.
- Sullivan County SPCA Partner — Regional shelter partner collaborating with CARe; Joanne Gerow previously served on its Board.
- Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office Partner — CARe has a landmark contract with the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office to conduct field operations, transportation, housing, and care for animals seized in cruelty and probation cases.
- Venmo Government — Accepts donations through Venmo as a payment processor.
- sheltermanager.com Partner — Uses ShelterManager.com platform to host adoption applications
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Best-Fit Matching Modelmethodology: best_fit_matchingBy prioritizing compatibility between animals and adopters over application timing, the organization increases successful adoption outcomes because better-matched placements lead to fewer returns and stronger long-term bonds.
- Community-Engaged Animal Welfaremethodology: community_engaged_welfareBy involving volunteers and emphasizing community education and collaboration, the organization amplifies its impact because shared responsibility and coordinated action increase capacity and public accountability in preventing animal cruelty.
- Professionalized Compassionate Caremethodology: professionalized_animal_welfareBy combining compassion with operational structure, legal compliance, and professional standards, the organization improves animal protection outcomes because structured, accountable systems prevent oversight gaps and ensure consistent care.