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FRIENDS OF THE SARATOGA CNTY ANIMAL SHELTER

Saratoga Springs, NY · EIN 800179673 · Form 990EZ · FY2024 · NTEE D20 · Animal-Related · Micro (<$100K) · friendsofscas.org
revenue
$74K
expenses
$36K
net assets
$120K
employees
mission · from form 990

Support of the Saratoga County Animal Shelter

profile · synthesized from sources

FRIENDS OF THE SARATOGA CNTY ANIMAL SHELTER is a nonprofit volunteer organization that provides financial and volunteer support to the Saratoga County Animal Shelter. It funds medical care, surgical equipment, and basic needs for shelter animals not covered by the county budget. The organization operates in Saratoga County, NY, focusing on improving animal welfare and supporting adoptions.

named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

Basic Needs Support
Supplies shelter animals with beds, toys, leashes, harnesses, and rain ponchos to improve comfort and adoptability
Community Outreach and Education
Engages the public through events, brochures, and fair participation to promote shelter services and animal adoption
Equipment Procurement
Purchases critical medical equipment such as autoclaves and portable ultrasound units for the shelter’s surgical and diagnostic needs
Medical Care Funding
Provides financial support for medical procedures, medicines, and specialized treatments for shelter animals, including surgeries and acupuncture
activities · 7 groups

What they do

  • Animal Rescue Volunteer Coordination 1 activity
    • Conduct outreach and promotional activities for the shelter
      Runs advertising and community engagement initiatives including promotional events, brochures, participation in the County Fair, and supporter picnics to raise visibility and support for the shelter.
  • Animal Welfare and Rescue Support 1 activity
    • Fund and equip veterinary medical infrastructure at the shelter
      Finances and purchases medical equipment for the Saratoga County Animal Shelter, including a portable ultrasound unit and an autoclave, to support diagnostic capabilities and sterilization for spay/neuter and surgical procedures.
  • Website Accessibility Implementation 1 activity
    • Improve digital accessibility of organizational resources
      Implements Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 standards to ensure equitable access to the organization’s website and digital content.
  • Animal Welfare Fundraising Events 1 activity
    • Organize fundraising events for the shelter
      Hosts annual fundraising events such as a charity golf outing and donor appreciation picnics to generate financial support for shelter operations and animal care.
  • Pre-Adoption Veterinary Care for Shelter Animals 1 activity
    • Provide medical care and lifesaving treatment to shelter animals
      Provides medical care, surgical treatment, and specialized procedures for animals at the Saratoga County Animal Shelter, including treatment for injuries, infections, and chronic conditions. This includes on- and off-premises care, medications, and medical devices not covered by the county budget.
  • Humane Education and Responsible Pet Ownership 1 activity
    • Support shelter operations through volunteer coordination and staff training
      Provides education and training programs for shelter volunteers and employees to improve capacity and quality of care at the Saratoga County Animal Shelter.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Supply enrichment and care items for shelter animals
      Provides essential and comfort items for shelter animals such as cat towers, beds, toys, leashes, rain ponchos, and chew toys to support well-being and reduce stress.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$74K
Contributions & grants$73K99%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$36K
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$121K
Cash
Investments
Liabilities
Net assets$120K
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -0.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 5
  • Denise Fuoco — Director
  • Donna Connor — Director
  • Faith Burns — Director
  • Jennifer McDonald — Director
  • Sharon Simmons — Director
relationships · 11

Who they work with

  • Saratoga County Government — Operates the Saratoga County Animal Shelter as a government-affiliated animal care and control facility.
  • Saratoga County Animal Shelter Partner — Collaborates with the Saratoga County Animal Shelter to provide medical care and support for shelter animals.
  • Saratoga County Animal Shelter Partner — Collaborates with the shelter to identify and fulfill equipment needs, such as surgical sterilization units.
  • Saratoga County Animal Shelter Partner — Primary beneficiary of organizational support
  • Saratoga County Animal Shelter Partner — Primary beneficiary of the organization's support, receiving medical equipment and resources for animal care.
  • Saratoga County Animal Shelter Partner — Primary partner organization receiving financial and volunteer support for animal care.
  • Saratoga County Animal Shelter Partner — Primary shelter partner in providing care and adoption services for animals in need.
  • Saratoga County Animal Shelter Partner — Provides financial and volunteer support to the Saratoga County Animal Shelter for animal care and well-being.
  • Van Patten Golf Club Partner — Host venue for the annual charity golf outing.
  • Zeffy Partner — Credit card processor used for online fundraising, with optional fee donations supporting platform costs.
  • Zeffy Partner — Uses Zeffy as a credit card processor for fundraising to ensure donations are fully directed to the mission.
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.

  • Community Engagement for Collective Animal Welfare
    methodology: community_engagement
    By fostering community engagement and shared responsibility, we increase support for homeless animals, because collective action amplifies adoption rates, donation flows, and public awareness beyond what the shelter can achieve alone.
  • Complementary Veterinary Medicine for Animal Wellbeing
    methodology: complementary_medicine
    By integrating acupuncture as a complementary treatment, we manage pain and improve quality of life for shelter animals, because non-traditional therapies can enhance recovery and comfort when used alongside conventional veterinary care.
  • Enhancing Adoptability through Health and Enrichment
    methodology: enhancing_adoptability_through_health_and_enrichment
    By funding medical care and enrichment items for shelter animals, we improve their health and behavioral appeal, because healthier and more socialized animals are more likely to be adopted.
  • Integrated Animal and Public Safety Model
    methodology: integrated_animal_public_safety
    By combining animal sheltering, adoption services, public education, and law enforcement collaboration, we advance both animal welfare and community safety, because animal control and public well-being are interdependent systems.
  • Mission-Aligned Resource Allocation
    methodology: mission_aligned_resource_allocation
    By evaluating all expenditures through a mission-aligned lens, we prioritize animal health and safety outcomes, because directing resources to high-impact areas like surgical care maximizes the organization’s effectiveness.