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Cats Rescue and Adoption Services Inc
Plattsburgh, NY · EIN 300950784 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE D20 · Animal-Related · Small ($100K-$1M) · animalrescueandwelfareservices.org
revenue
$205K
expenses
$132K
net assets
$217K
employees
0
program ratio
100%
mission · from form 990

Improving the wellbeing of cats in the community by supporting Adoption and stabilizing the stray population

profile · synthesized from sources

Cats Rescue and Adoption Services Inc is a grassroots nonprofit based in Plattsburgh, NY, dedicated to improving the well-being of cats by promoting adoption and stabilizing the stray population. The organization operates a shelter, runs adoption events, and manages a network of foster homes and volunteers. It also operates a thrift shop to support its mission and is working toward compliance with state animal protection regulations.

named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

Adoption Program
Facilitates adoptions through in-person events at PetSmart and online via Petfinder, supported by a pre-approval application process
Cats’ Meow Thrift Shoppe
Thrift store in Plattsburgh that raises funds for cat rescue operations through donated clothing and household goods
Foster Network
Relies on a network of foster homes to care for cats and kittens prior to adoption
activities · 5 groups

What they do

  • Rescue and Adoption of Cats 2 activities
    • Online and event-based adoption outreach
      Increases visibility of adoptable cats through listings on Petfinder and by hosting in-person adoption events, streamlining access to adoptable animals and expanding placement opportunities.
    • Rescue and adoption services for homeless cats
      Provides aid to homeless cats and kittens in Clinton County, NY, by rescuing, sheltering, and preparing them for adoption into forever homes. The organization has found homes for over 3,800 cats and kittens since 2016, with annual adoption numbers documented through 2025.
  • Structured Animal Adoption Program 1 activity
    • Adoption application and screening process
      Manages a formal adoption process including online and in-person applications, pre-approval options, and verification of applicant information through property records, landlord checks, and veterinary references to ensure suitable placements.
  • Humane Education and Responsible Pet Ownership 1 activity
    • Community education and resource center
      Operates a resource center to educate the public on cat care and welfare, promoting responsible pet ownership and community engagement in cat rescue efforts.
  • Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) for Feral Cats 1 activity
    • Spay and neuter services to control cat population
      Conducts and expands spay and neuter services to prevent cat overpopulation and address community cat welfare issues.
  • Animal Welfare Fundraising through Retail and Sales 1 activity
    • Thrift shop to fund rescue operations
      Operates a thrift shop to generate funding for cat rescue and adoption services, supporting the organization’s operational sustainability.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$205K
Contributions & grants$33K16%
Program service revenue$95K46%
Investment income$70%
Other revenue$77K
expenses
Total expenses$132K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$257K
Cash$73K
Investments$0
Liabilities$40K
Net assets$217K
Liquid reserves6.6 mo
4 years on record · 2021–2024 · YoY revenue +59.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 12
  • BRENDA SANDERS — Director
  • CRYSTALLE BURNELL — Director
  • ERIN JOHNSON — Secretary
  • GINA DUROCHER — Director
  • GLENDA GIDDINGS — Director
  • JOHN ZIELINSKI — Director
  • LILLIAN CASSIDY — President
  • PAMELA BRUSH — Director
  • PAT HARFORD — Director
  • SARA BESAW — Treasurer
  • SUSAN O'CONNOR — Director
  • THOMAS SALKA — Vice President
relationships · 6

Who they work with

  • Bangor Animal Shelter Partner — Partner organization integrated into a unified cat rescue and adoption network.
  • Facebook Network — Uses a Facebook page to share information about the thrift shop.
  • Keeseville Feral Cat Management Partner — Partner organization collaborating on cat rescue efforts including trapping and sheltering.
  • PetSmart Partner — Hosts adoption events and provides access to adoption applications in Plattsburgh.
  • Petfinder Partner — Platform used to list adoptable cats and increase visibility for adoptions.
  • Willsboro Community-Feral Cat Community Partner — Partner organization involved in a coalition for comprehensive cat rescue services.
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.

  • Adoption Support and Population Stabilization
    methodology: adoption_support_and_population_stabilization
    By promoting cat adoption and managing stray populations through spay/neuter programs, we improve cat well-being and prevent overpopulation, because stable populations reduce shelter burden and increase successful long-term placements.
  • Coalition-Based Rescue Network
    methodology: coalition-based_rescue_network
    By integrating independent rescue groups and individuals into a coordinated network, we improve cat rescue outcomes across trapping, sheltering, and adoption, because collaboration increases capacity, resource sharing, and geographic coverage.
  • Comprehensive Adoption Screening
    methodology: comprehensive_adoption_screening
    By verifying applicant eligibility through landlord and veterinary checks, we increase the likelihood of successful adoptions and long-term cat well-being, because pre-placement screening ensures suitable and sustainable home environments.