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Waldos Rescue Pen Inc
New York, NY · EIN 853091306 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE D20 · Animal-Related · Small ($100K-$1M) · waldosrescue.org
revenue
$794K
expenses
$883K
net assets
$-48K
employees
1
volunteers
15
program ratio
100%
mission · from form 990

Waldo's is based out of New York, NY and partners with organizations throughout the states and Puerto Rico to save the lives of dogs of all ages and breeds that have been abadoned, abused, or left homeless. Waldo's works to give these animals the happy,healthy, and love-filled lives that they deserve.

profile · synthesized from sources

Waldos Rescue Pen Inc is a nonprofit animal rescue organization based in New York, NY, founded in 2020. It rescues dogs of all ages and breeds that have been abandoned, abused, or left homeless, operating through a foster-based network. The organization partners with groups across the U.S., Puerto Rico, and Korea to save animals and place them in permanent, loving homes.

named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

Adoption Program
Process that matches rescued dogs with permanent families, supported by staff communication and careful evaluation to ensure appropriate placements
Foster Program
Network of foster homes providing temporary, nurturing environments for rescued dogs while they await adoption; includes support, supplies, and mentorship from the organization
Rescue and Transport
Collaborative effort to rescue dogs from kill shelters and high-risk environments, including logistics and medical care during transport
activities · 2 groups

What they do

  • Animal Welfare and Rescue Support 4 activities
    • Adoption placement program
      Operates an adoptable dogs program to place rescued dogs in permanent, loving homes as part of its mission to improve animal lives.
    • Dog rescue and rehabilitation
      Rescues dogs of all ages and breeds that are abandoned, abused, or homeless through partnerships with organizations in the United States, Puerto Rico, and Korea. The organization operates a foster-based rescue model with a hub in New York, NY.
    • Emergency response for at-risk dogs
      Seeks immediate care and placement for groups of dogs in urgent need by accepting applications from individuals able to assist with rescue and care.
    • Foster care program for rescued dogs
      Places rescued dogs in foster homes to provide a nurturing environment while they await adoption, recruiting community members to open their homes to dogs in need.
  • Animal Welfare Fundraising through Retail and Sales 1 activity
    • Merchandise production and sales
      Produces and sells on-demand merchandise to reduce overproduction, including an annual wall calendar featuring rescue dogs from Waldo's Rescue Pen, with each month highlighting a themed image of a dog.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$794K
Contributions & grants$794K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$2450%
Other revenue$280
expenses
Total expenses$883K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$148K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$44K
Cash$41K
Investments$0
Liabilities$93K
Net assets$-48K
Liquid reserves0.6 mo
3 years on record · 2022–2024 · YoY revenue +18.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
Emily A Dyson President 40 $121K
relationships · 4

Who they work with

  • Not specified Partner — Collaborates with foster parents and volunteers to support dog adoptions.
  • Waldo's Rescue and their foster community Partner — Foster volunteers collaborate with the organization to care for and socialize rescue dogs prior to adoption.
  • organizations across the United States, Korea and Puerto Rico Partner — Collaborates with organizations in the United States, Korea, and Puerto Rico to rescue and save animals in need.
  • organizations throughout the states and Puerto Rico Partner — Partners with animal rescue organizations across the United States and Puerto Rico to save homeless, abandoned, or abused dogs.
strategies · 5

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.

  • Compassion-Centered Engagement
    methodology: compassion_centered_rescue
    By emphasizing compassion and emotional connection, we foster deeper supporter and community involvement in rescue efforts, because shared emotional experiences with animals strengthen commitment and sustained participation.
  • Family-Dog Matching for Placement Success
    methodology: family_dog_matching
    By carefully matching dogs with adoptive families based on compatibility, we increase long-term adoption success, because thoughtful placement reduces return rates and supports lasting human-animal bonds.
  • Foster-Based Rehabilitation and Adoption Model
    methodology: foster_based_adoption_model
    By placing dogs in temporary foster homes, we improve their socialization and readiness for permanent adoption, because individualized care in home environments increases behavioral stability and long-term placement success.
  • Partnership Network Expansion
    methodology: rescue_and_rehabilitation
    By collaborating with rescue organizations across the U.S. and Puerto Rico, we increase the number of animals rescued, because networked partnerships enable resource sharing and broader operational reach.
  • Recurring Donor Sustainability
    methodology: recurring_donor_sustainability
    By securing monthly financial contributions, we ensure stable funding for ongoing rescue operations, because predictable revenue enables consistent care delivery and long-term planning.