irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $76KREHABILITATION EXPENSE FOR ANIMALS
- #2 $122KPET SUPPLIES
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Adoption Counseling
Remote volunteer team processes applications, matches adopters with dogs, and provides post-adoption support
Community Clinics
Hosts periodic clinics at the Long Island City Adoption Center where licensed veterinarians and vet techs provide microchipping and vaccines for community animals
Dog Database Management
Volunteers maintain accurate records and public profiles of dogs in care to support adoption efforts
Foster Program
Provides temporary homes for dogs and cats through a network of foster families who socialize, train, and prepare animals for adoption
Transport Program
Volunteer-driven transport of animals to veterinary appointments, adoption events, and foster or forever homes across multiple states
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Animal Adoption Services 2 activities
- Adoption services and adoption center operationsOperates an adoption center in Long Island City, NY that houses cats and dogs and is open by appointment to approved adopters. The center includes a cat lounge with free-roaming space and individual suites, and supports adoptions through public events, dog walking and socialization programs, and cat socialization programs.
- Animal boarding and careProvides boarding and supportive housing for rescued animals at its Long Island City Adoption Center while they await foster or permanent placement.
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Pet Food and Supply Pantry Services 2 activities
- Community outreach and support programsProvides free microchip clinics (approximately four times per year), vaccination clinics, a food pantry for foster families and low-income pet owners, and critical medical care to support pet retention and community animal welfare.
- Distribution of pet suppliesDistributes pet supplies as part of its animal care and community outreach programs, including through its food pantry for foster families and low-income pet owners.
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Structured Animal Adoption Program 1 activity
- Animal record and adoption managementMaintains a web-based database to manage animal health records, behavioral assessments, and adoption applications, ensuring efficient and transparent operations.
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Animal Welfare and Rescue Support 1 activity
- Animal rescue and rehabilitationRescues companion animals at risk of euthanasia from municipal shelters and other high-risk situations, including hoarding cases and stray or injured animals, and provides urgent medical care and rehabilitation to prepare them for adoption. Since 2009, the organization has rescued over 17,000 animals, with 90% of intake animals previously scheduled for euthanasia.
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Rescue Dog Behavioral Training and Adoption Support 1 activity
- Animal training servicesProvides professional training services for dogs as part of its adoption preparation program, requiring a $100 refundable training deposit for all approved dog adopters.
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Humane Education and Responsible Pet Ownership 1 activity
- Humane education and volunteer engagementRuns a Humane Education Program for local elementary schools and engages volunteers in screening calls, administrative tasks such as maintaining a volunteer tracker, and animal socialization efforts.
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Lost and Found Pet Reunification Services 1 activity
- Lost pet reunificationReunites lost pets with their owners without charging a fee, supporting community-based pet recovery efforts.
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Animal Rescue Volunteer Coordination 1 activity
- Transportation of animalsTransports rescued animals to veterinary appointments, adoption events, and permanent homes across multiple states, including NY, NJ, CT, and others, relying on volunteer drivers as part of its rescue and placement efforts.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$3.49M
Contributions & grants$3.32M95%
Program service revenue$141K4%
Investment income$26K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$3.92M
Program expenses80%
Admin / overhead15%
Fundraising5%
Salaries & benefits$1.44M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$876K
Cash$811K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$876K
Liquid reserves2.5 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -15.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JENNIFER BROOKS | PRESIDENT | 40 | $127K |
| LISA ROSE | VICE PRERSIDENT | 40 | $123K |
| TAYEF FARRAR | DIRECTOR | 25 | $47K |
board members · 4
- AVRA HART — DIRECTOR
- MICHELLE MAGUIRE — DIRECTOR
- NORA CONSTANCE MARINO — DIRECTOR
- THOMAS INFERNUSO — DIRECTOR
relationships · 33
Who they work with
- ABC7NY Partner — Featured in coverage about the rescue of malnourished and dehydrated pit bulls in Brooklyn.
- Animal Care Centers of NYC Partner — Collaborates with ACC to rescue animals when the shelter lacks resources to support them.
- Animal Care Centers of NYC Partner — Partnership to rescue animals from euthanasia lists at municipal shelters
- Bonfire Partner — Hosts the organization's online store where branded apparel is sold, with all proceeds benefiting the dogs and cats in their care.
- Bonfire Partner — Partnered to operate an official merchandise store where proceeds support animal rescue efforts
- CBS News Partner — Featured in news coverage about the organization's new shelter prioritizing pets with special needs.
- Charity Navigator Government — Rated with a Three-Star Rating
- Charity Navigator Network — Rated with three stars by Charity Navigator.
- DonateStock.com Partner — Partnered to facilitate secure and fast stock donations from supporters.
- Dr. Dan Belkin Partner — Vice Chair of the Emerging Leaders Council
- Dylan Lauren Partner — Member of the Advisory Board
- Eric Muschinski Partner — Member of the Advisory Board
- Fox & Friends Partner — Featured in segments on dog rehabilitation and International Cat Rescue Day.
- Fox Business Partner — Featured in multiple segments about helping abused dogs and senior pets find homes.
- Georgina Bloomberg Partner — Member of the Advisory Board
- Good Morning America Partner — Featured in a segment showing a family meeting a rescue puppy.
- Guidestar/Candid Government — Recognized with Platinum Transparency Seal in 2026
- Guidestar/Candid Network — Recognized with a Platinum Transparency Seal by Candid in 2026.
- Jessica Peters Partner — Member of the Advisory Board
- Libby Doumanis Partner — Member of the Advisory Board
- Michael Blanco Partner — Youth Engagement Leader on the Emerging Leaders Council
- New York State Government — Licensed veterinarians and veterinary technicians must be licensed by New York State to participate in clinic activities.
- News12 The Bronx Partner — Featured in news coverage about rescuing a starved puppy found in a Bronx building.
- People Magazine Partner — Featured in digital publications highlighting rescued animals, including George the cat.
- Petco Love Lost Partner — Partners with Petco Love Lost to report and locate lost pets through a shared digital platform.
- Pets for Patriots Partner — Partners with Pets for Patriots to offer reduced adoption fees for military veterans, active-duty personnel, and Gold Star families.
- Roberta Ashkin Partner — Member of the Advisory Board
- Several rescues Partner — Collaborated with multiple rescue organizations to save 92 dogs from a hoarding situation in Mississippi.
- The Animal Rescue Site by GreaterGood Partner — Featured in digital content about rescued animals, including Mama Nell and her babies.
- The Canine Condition Partner — Featured in a podcast episode discussing canine rescue and rehabilitation work.
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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.
- Force-Free Training and Post-Adoption Support for Long-Term Placement Successmethodology: force-free trainingBy using force-free, reward-based training and offering post-adoption counselor follow-up, the organization increases the likelihood of permanent adoption success because positive reinforcement builds trust and long-term behavioral adjustment in high-need animals.
- Rescue and Rehabilitation of High-Risk Animalsmethodology: rescue-and-rehabilitation-of-high-risk-animalsBy rescuing and rehabilitating critically injured, neglected, and high-risk animals—including seniors, hospice patients, and stigmatized breeds—Second Chance Rescue reduces euthanasia rates and shelter overpopulation because direct medical and behavioral intervention enables successful rehoming where traditional shelters cannot.
- Shelter Diversion Through Community Support and Preventionmethodology: shelter-diversion and rehabilitationBy providing pet retention services such as food pantries, microchipping, and humane education, the organization prevents pet relinquishment at the source, reducing shelter intake and overpopulation because addressing economic and informational barriers enables caregivers to keep their pets.