named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Adoption Program
Rescues, medically treats, and places stray and abandoned cats and kittens into permanent homes; provides pre- and post-adoption support
Community Education
Provides resources and guidance on cat care, safe introductions, and responsible pet ownership to adopters and the public
Foster Program
Relies on volunteer foster homes to house and care for cats awaiting adoption; provides supplies and medical coverage
Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR)
Conducts TNR initiatives to humanely manage feral cat populations, including trapping, spaying/neutering, and returning or rehoming
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Rescue and Adoption of Cats 4 activities
- Adoption promotion through media and outreachCreates and shares photos, videos, and personality descriptions of foster cats on social media and Petfinder to increase visibility and adoption rates.
- Foster-based care and logistics for rescued catsRelies on a network of foster homes to house and care for rescued cats, providing ongoing support for feeding, health monitoring, and behavioral observation. Coordinates transportation for cats to foster homes, veterinary appointments, and adoptive families.
- Rescue and placement of stray and abandoned cats and dogsRescues and places stray and abandoned cats, kittens, and occasionally dogs in New York City. The organization facilitates adoptions through a structured application and approval process, with post-adoption support including return options if placements are not successful.
- Support for cat caregivers and public educationProvides advice and assistance to individuals in NYC on issues involving homeless cats and dogs. Offers downloadable PDF resources and guidance for new cat caregivers, including recommendations for helping adopted cats adjust to new homes.
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Pre-Adoption Veterinary Care for Shelter Animals 1 activity
- Medical care and preparation of cats for adoptionProvides comprehensive medical care to cats in its care prior to adoption, including veterinary exams, vaccinations, testing, spaying or neutering, and microchipping.
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Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Services 1 activity
- Public education on animal issues in NYCEducates the public on local animal welfare issues in New York City, including promoting spay and neuter programs for companion animals.
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Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) for Feral Cats 1 activity
- Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) programs for outdoor catsConducts Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) initiatives for feral and outdoor cats, including trapping, providing pre- and post-surgery care, and managing feeding for outdoor colonies. A specific project involved TNR for 60 cats in collaboration with the Battery Park City Authority.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$178K
Contributions & grants$144K81%
Program service revenue$6K3%
Investment income$27K15%
Other revenue$2K
expenses
Total expenses$227K
Program expenses92%
Admin / overhead8%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$1K
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$1.05M
Cash$311K
Investments$729K
Liabilities$0
Net assets$1.05M
Liquid reserves55.0 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -39.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 6
- HOLLY STAVER — PRESIDENT
- JORDANA SEREBRENIK — TREASURER
- MARILYN SPIERER — DIRECTOR
- NHICKOLLE CLAYTON — DIRECTOR
- RICH BROTMAN — SECRETARY
- STACEY LISOWSKI — DIRECTOR
relationships · 3
Who they work with
- Battery Park City Authority Partner — Partnered on a 60-cat trap-neuter-return (TNR) project.
- Neighborhood Cats Partner — Provides certification for volunteers participating in Trap-Neuter-Return initiatives.
- Petfinder Partner — Lists adoptable cats on Petfinder to connect with potential adopters.
strategies · 6
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.
- Comprehensive Community-Integrated Welfare Approachmethodology: comprehensive_animal_welfareBy combining rescue, medical care, public education, and direct community support, we reduce animal suffering more effectively than isolated interventions, because sustainable change requires addressing both immediate needs and root causes.
- Foster-Based Care Modelmethodology: foster_based_careBy housing cats in foster homes rather than a central shelter, we improve animal well-being and adoption outcomes, because a home environment reduces stress, supports health, and allows for better behavioral assessment.
- Kitten Socialization Through Companionshipmethodology: kitten_socialization_through_companionshipBy placing kittens in pairs or with existing cats, we promote better social and physical health, because companionship reduces stress, encourages play, and supports developmental milestones critical to long-term well-being.
- Play-Based Trust Buildingmethodology: play_based_bondingBy using interactive play as a bonding tool, we build trust and confidence in newly adopted cats, because play mimics natural feline social behaviors and reduces fear-based defensiveness.
- Stress Reduction via Gradual Acclimationmethodology: stress_reduction_through_gradual_acclimationBy introducing cats to new environments slowly and with low stimulation, we improve bonding and long-term integration success, because abrupt transitions increase fear and rejection behaviors.
- Trap-Neuter-Return for Humane Population Managementmethodology: trap_neuter_returnBy humanely trapping, sterilizing, and returning outdoor cats, we stabilize colony populations and reduce suffering, because unmanaged reproduction leads to overpopulation, disease, and increased euthanasia risk.