named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Adoption Program
Facilitates adoption of rescued cats and dogs through applications, meet-and-greets, and home checks; maintains a list of adoptable animals on the website
Dog & Puppy Meet & Greet
Weekly event in Harrison, NY, allowing the public to interact with adoptable dogs from the kennel and foster homes
Food Drive
Community-sponsored initiative to collect food for sheltered animals; sponsors are recognized on the website
Foster Program
Recruits and supports foster homes for cats and kittens, providing all veterinary care and specialty food as needed
Paws in the Park
Annual fundraising event held in Mamaroneck, NY, featuring dog meetups and sponsor opportunities
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Rescue and Adoption of Cats 4 activities
- Adoption services for cats and dogsFacilitates adoptions of dogs, cats, puppies, kittens, and special needs animals by connecting approved applicants with available animals. The organization maintains a rotating roster of adoptable cats and allows applicants to express interest in up to three animals, providing post-adoption resources and support.
- Foster care program for cats and dogsOperates a foster network for dogs, cats, and kittens by placing animals in volunteer homes to support their socialization, rehabilitation, and readiness for adoption. The organization matches available animals with approved foster applicants and covers all veterinary care and specialty food for animals in foster care.
- Rehoming support for displaced catsAssists with rehoming cats displaced due to owner institutionalization, housing loss, relocation, or changes in employment or family circumstances, ensuring continuity of care for vulnerable animals.
- Rescue and sheltering of cats and dogsRescues abandoned, abused, and neglected cats and dogs from the streets, kill shelters, and distressed owners, providing them with shelter and care at a facility in Harrison, NY. The organization operates a no-kill shelter with dedicated spaces including a kennel for dogs and a “Kitty Cottage” for adult cats.
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Pre-Adoption Veterinary Care for Shelter Animals 1 activity
- Comprehensive veterinary care for rescued animalsProvides full veterinary services including health assessments, vaccinations, spay/neuter procedures, surgeries, and specialist care through an on-site clinic. The organization treats sick and injured animals and manages extensive medical procedures through initiatives like the Healing Paws Fund.
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Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Services 1 activity
- Low-cost spay and neuter services for the publicOffers weekly low-cost spay and neuter services to the public through The Simpson Clinic at the SPCA in Briarcliff Manor, supporting community animal population control.
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Pet Food and Supply Pantry Services 1 activity
- Provision of nutritious food for rescued animalsProvides wet and dry food to rescued cats and dogs, spending over $20,000 annually to ensure proper nutrition. This includes over 2,200 cans of wet food and 1,600 pounds of dry food per year, with observable health improvements in animals within one week of receiving proper diet.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Courtesy listing service for non-affiliated dogsProvides courtesy adoption listings for dogs not affiliated with Pet Rescue Incorporated to increase their visibility and chances of adoption, supporting broader animal welfare efforts beyond the organization’s direct intake.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$697K
Contributions & grants$429K62%
Program service revenue$147K21%
Investment income$34K5%
Other revenue$87K
expenses
Total expenses$592K
Program expenses90%
Admin / overhead10%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$131K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.36M
Cash$323K
Investments$732K
Liabilities$8K
Net assets$1.35M
Liquid reserves21.4 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +50.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 6
- BARBARA GEBALA — BOARD MEMBER
- DAVID KRENKEL — TREASURER
- ELENA CARREA — BOARD MEMBER
- IRA H BLOCK — BOARD MEMBER
- LILLI LAWNER — BOARD MEMBER
- MARTHA LOPEZ — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 16
Who they work with
- ASPCA Government — Provider of animal poison control resources referenced by Pet Rescue for toxic plant information.
- Ann Marie Variano Partner — Sponsored Taz's Ticket to Freedom
- Brooklyn Partner — Location where Pinky was rescued from a mechanic garage
- Caroline Eschenburg Partner — Sponsored Willie's Ticket to Freedom
- Elizabeth Tolve Partner — Sponsored Tank's Ticket to Freedom
- Grace Konopka Partner — Sponsored Hollis's Ticket to Freedom
- Harrison, NY Government — Location of the organization's facility
- Kelsey Konopka Partner — Sponsored Honey Bee's Ticket to Freedom
- Lee Skutch Partner — Sponsored Ellie's Ticket to Freedom
- Lisa Goldberg Partner — Sponsored Kim's vet care
- Marisa Inzucchi Partner — Sponsored Samara's Ticket to Freedom
- Paws in the Park Partner — Hosts and sponsors the "Paws in the Park" fundraising event in Mamaroneck, NY.
- Weekly and Monthly Sponsors Partner — Sponsors who provide ongoing financial support for the food drive and are recognized on the sponsor page.
- Westchester SPCA Partner — Operates The Simpson Clinic for reduced-cost spay/neuter services in collaboration with Pet Rescue.
- Woof Whiskers Funder — Financial supporter of Pet Rescue that contributes educational content.
- info@ny-petrescue.org Partner — Point of contact for arranging memorial or honor dedications.
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.
- Foster-Based Care Modelmethodology: foster_based_careBy placing rescued animals in volunteer foster homes, we improve their socialization and readiness for adoption, because home-based care replicates family living conditions and supports emotional and behavioral development better than institutional shelters.
- Post-Adoption Support for Retentionmethodology: post_adoption_supportBy providing educational resources after adoption, we increase long-term pet retention, because ongoing support reduces surrender due to behavioral or adjustment challenges.
- Rescue-to-Rehabilitation Pipelinemethodology: rescue_rehabilitation_adoptionBy rescuing abandoned or neglected animals and providing comprehensive medical and behavioral rehabilitation, we increase their adoptability and long-term survival, because health and socialization are prerequisites for successful integration into permanent homes.