named programs · 1 · from sources
What they call their work
Animal Sanctuary Care
Provides shelter, medical care, and long-term housing for abandoned, neglected, abused, and unwanted animals
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Animal Welfare and Rescue Support 2 activities
- Animal rescue and sanctuary operationsProvides permanent sanctuary, emergency rescue, and long-term care for animals at risk of euthanasia, abandonment, or slaughter, including veterinary treatment and rehabilitation for injured or neglected animals.
- Animal sanctuary servicesProvides sanctuary for abandoned, neglected, abused, and unwanted animals.
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Early Literacy Promotion 1 activity
- Children's education and literacy programs with farm animalsOffers the 'Read and Color with Me' program at local libraries, combining interactive reading and coloring activities with education about farm animals to promote literacy and animal awareness.
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Public Awareness and Educational Outreach 1 activity
- Community outreach and public engagement eventsMakes appearances at public events, Tractor Supply stores, and other community venues to engage the public and promote animal welfare through interactive outreach.
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Animal Welfare Fundraising through Retail and Sales 1 activity
- Funding animal care and rescue through product salesDirects 100% of proceeds from online sales of cleaning and kitchen products to support animal care, rescue, and sanctuary operations.
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Animal-Assisted Support Services 1 activity
- Therapy animal visits to promote emotional and social well-beingConducts animal-assisted therapy visits at nursing homes, schools, hospitals, colleges, businesses, and public safety departments to improve emotional well-being and reduce stress through human-animal interaction.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$45K
Contributions & grants$45K100%
Program service revenue——
Investment income——
Other revenue$100
expenses
Total expenses$51K
Program expenses—
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balance sheet
Total assets$19K
Cash—
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Net assets$14K
4 years on record · 2022–2025 · YoY revenue +10.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 3
- BILL PROKOP — DIRECTOR
- JAN KIRSHENBAUM — DIRECTOR
- MIKAYLA STERLING — DIRECTOR
relationships · 9
Who they work with
- CFCU CNYBJ Partner — Donor or supporter of Chester's Barn
- Country View Partner — Donor or supporter of Chester's Barn
- FCD Partner — Donor or supporter of Chester's Barn
- FILTREC Partner — Donor or supporter of Chester's Barn
- Forever Morgan rescue group Partner — Collaborates with Chester's Barn in rescuing and rehoming horses like Steppin.
- KCJ Partner — Donor or supporter of Chester's Barn
- Ohara Machinery Partner — Donor or supporter of Chester's Barn
- Sammy Partner — Rescue horse that formed a therapeutic bond with disabled visitor Rick Janssen.
- Zupon Family Foundation Funder — Foundation that supports Chester's Barn
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.
- Animal Ambassadors in Character Educationmethodology: animal-ambassador-educationBy using animals as role models in educational settings, we teach compassion and anti-bullying principles, because their vulnerability and resilience make abstract values tangible and memorable for children.
- Human-Animal Bond for Mutual Well-Beingmethodology: human-animal bondBy facilitating positive interactions between humans and animals, we improve emotional well-being for both species, because these connections reduce stress, foster joy, and promote social engagement.
- Social Enterprise Funding Modelmethodology: social-enterprise-modelBy selling consumer products, we generate sustainable funding for animal care and rescue, because 100% of proceeds are directly reinvested into mission-critical services, linking everyday purchases to life-saving impact.