named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Pet Emergency Fund
Distributes funds quarterly to member veterinary hospitals in Erie and Niagara Counties to assist low-income pet owners with emergency medical costs
Rescue Partner Program
Provides veterinary services to partner rescue organizations including 716 PAWS, Against All Oddz, Buffalo Underdogs, and others across Western New York
Trap, Neuter, Vaccinate, Return (TNVR)
Provides $90 spay/neuter surgeries, vaccinations, and ear-tipping for feral cats; requires humane trapping and scheduled appointments
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Services 2 activities
- Offers subsidized spay/neuter services for bully breed dogsProvides free spay/neuter services for bully breed dogs in partnership with local animal hospitals, expanding access to essential veterinary care for underserved populations.
- Provides spay and neuter services through a dedicated clinicOperates a spay and neuter clinic that schedules appointments for surgical procedures on cats aged 12 weeks and older (at least 3 pounds) and dogs aged 4 months and older, with structured drop-off and pick-up times. Offers pre-anesthetic bloodwork for an additional fee and administers rabies vaccinations during visits if needed.
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Pet Food and Supply Pantry Services 1 activity
- Distributes donated pet supplies to patientsReceives and distributes donations of collars and leashes from Max & Neo to patients, enhancing post-operative care and client support.
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Animal Welfare and Rescue Support 1 activity
- Funds emergency pet care for member veterinary hospitalsDistributes funds quarterly to member veterinary hospitals in Erie and Niagara Counties, NY, to support emergency pet care services for individuals in need.
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Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) for Feral Cats 1 activity
- Implements Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return (TNVR) programs for free-roaming catsConducts TNVR programs for feral, barn, and stray cats in Erie, Niagara, and Cattaraugus Counties, including spaying/neutering, rabies and FVCRP vaccinations, flea and parasite treatment, pain management, and ear-tipping. Returns cats to their original colonies after recovery.
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Pre-Adoption Veterinary Care for Shelter Animals 1 activity
- Provides veterinary medical care and support to animal rescues and adoption facilitiesDelivers veterinary medical care to rescue animals, participates in fostering and adopting rescued animals, and supports high-quality care coordination for animal rescues across Buffalo. Partners with shelters and rescue groups to place kittens and injured cats in homes, particularly in Rochester, NY.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Administers financial assistance and payment plans based on eligibility criteriaOffers payment plans to applicants who participate in state or federally funded assistance programs, as well as to current students, veterans, and seniors. Requires nonprofit organizations to be pre-approved with proof of IRS determination, spay/neuter policy, and vaccination protocol before accessing services.
- Manages appointment scheduling and cancellation policiesMaintains a cancellation list for clients seeking earlier appointment availability and imposes a $150 fee for no-shows or cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance to ensure accountability and efficient use of resources.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$545K
Contributions & grants$27K5%
Program service revenue$518K95%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$526K
Program expenses85%
Admin / overhead15%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$309K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$168K
Cash$12K
Investments$0
Liabilities$59K
Net assets$109K
Liquid reserves0.3 mo
3 years on record · 2021–2024 · YoY revenue +7.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| DR ANDREA YOWPA | PRESIDENT | 40 | $105K |
| SARA GLASOW | VICE-PRESIDENT | 40 | $44K |
board members · 3
- CORAL CLARK — MEMBERS AT LARGE
- DR JOHN YOWPA III — TREASURER
- GARY CLARK — MEMBERS AT LARGE
relationships · 39
Who they work with
- 7 Hearts Maternity Partner — Collaborates with ENCOMPASS ANIMAL HEALTH INC in placing at-risk animals into loving homes and reducing euthanasia rates.
- ADOPTION FACILITIES Partner — Partners with adoption facilities to provide veterinary services for animals in their care
- ASPCA Partner — Follows the Feral Cat Sterilization Guidelines developed by the ASPCA for its TNVR program.
- Against All Oddz Partner — Partners with ENCOMPASS ANIMAL HEALTH INC in rescuing and rehabilitating animals, particularly those involved in legal cases.
- Allie & Pals Rescue Partner — Works with ENCOMPASS ANIMAL HEALTH INC to decrease euthanasia rates and support animal training initiatives.
- Awesome Paws Rescue Partner — Collaborates with ENCOMPASS ANIMAL HEALTH INC to rescue shelter dogs at risk of euthanasia due to overcrowding.
- Buddy's Second Chance Rescue Partner — Works with ENCOMPASS ANIMAL HEALTH INC to save dogs from high-kill shelters and place them in foster and forever homes.
- Buffalo Pug & Small Breed Rescue Partner — Partners with ENCOMPASS ANIMAL HEALTH INC to rescue homeless and abandoned dogs and provide medical care and adoption services.
- Buffalo State College Partner — Erica Rottger attended Buffalo State College for Film and Television Arts.
- Buffalo Underdogs Rescue Partner — Collaborates with ENCOMPASS ANIMAL HEALTH INC to transport and foster dogs from Western New York and Eastern Texas.
- Buffalo Zoo Partner — Team member has professional experience working at the Buffalo Zoo, suggesting a link to wildlife and zoo animal care networks.
- Canisius College Partner — Kurstyn Annunziata earned a Bachelor’s degree in Animal Behavior, Ecology and Conservation from Canisius College.
- Cats Knead TNVR Partner — Works with ENCOMPASS ANIMAL HEALTH INC on trap-neuter-vaccinate-release programs for feral cats in Cattaraugus County.
- Cornell University Partner — Dr. Andrea Yowpa graduated from Cornell University.
- D’Youville University Partner — Michele Frost attended D’Youville University for Biology.
- Empire Animal Rescue Society Partner — Works with ENCOMPASS ANIMAL HEALTH INC to rescue, foster, and place abused and neglected animals.
- Erie County SPCA Partner — Team members have volunteered and worked at the Erie County SPCA, indicating a professional connection and shared mission.
- Ferals and Kittens and Cats Oh My Partner — Partners in addressing stray and feral cat overpopulation in Rochester, NY through spay/neuter and adoption efforts.
- Fix A Bull WNY Partner — Partners to provide free spay/neuter services for bully breeds and promote responsible pet ownership.
- Forgotten Felines of WNY Partner — Collaborates with ENCOMPASS ANIMAL HEALTH INC to rescue and adopt out abandoned cats in Western New York.
- Furever Friends Dog Rescue of WNY Partner — Works together to rescue puppy mill dogs and educate the public about inhumane breeding practices.
- HEART Animal Rescue & Adoption Team Partner — Partners in saving animals from neglect and abuse in Western New York.
- Internal Revenue Service Government — Recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)3 tax-exempt charitable organization.
- Kitten around Cat Rescue Partner — Collaborates with ENCOMPASS ANIMAL HEALTH INC on rescuing pregnant cats and kittens and providing education.
- Max & Neo Partner — Donates collars and leashes to the clinic for patient distribution.
- Medaille College Partner — Jennifer Skibinski is a graduate of Medaille College.
- NCCC Partner — Kurstyn Annunziata earned an Associate degree in applied science in animal management from NCCC.
- Nickel City Canine Rescue Partner — Collaborates with ENCOMPASS ANIMAL HEALTH INC to rescue medically needy dogs and pregnant dogs for safe delivery.
- Pet Emergency Fund Partner — Collaborates with Pet Emergency Fund to distribute financial assistance for emergency pet care through veterinary hospitals.
- Pets Alive WNY Partner — Works with ENCOMPASS ANIMAL HEALTH INC to place homeless animals and promote spay/neuter and community outreach.
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strategies · 4
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.
- Decentralized Decision-Making for Rapid Responsemethodology: decentralized decision-makingBy delegating financial assistance decisions directly to member veterinary hospitals, we enable faster intervention during pet medical emergencies because local providers can act immediately without bureaucratic delays.
- Spay/Neuter Services to Reduce Shelter Intakemethodology: spay-neuter-to-reduce-intakeBy providing free spay/neuter services and public education, we reduce shelter euthanasia rates because preventing overpopulation at the source decreases the number of animals entering shelters.
- TNVR for Feral Cat Population Controlmethodology: tnvrBy implementing Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return (TNVR) and ear-tipping, we stabilize feral cat populations and reduce disease transmission because these methods prevent reproduction, avoid re-trapping, and provide long-term, humane population management.
- Targeted Access Through Welfare Networksmethodology: targeted veterinary care via animal welfare networksBy partnering with pre-vetted rescue groups and adoption facilities and restricting eligibility to underserved populations, we increase access to veterinary care for pets in need because this ensures resources are directed to high-need communities and organizations aligned with responsible care standards.