named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Animal Shelter and Sanctuary
Provides long-term care for approximately 150 farm animals, including horses, pigs, goats, sheep, cows, and poultry, rescued from abuse or neglect
Farm Tours and Community Outreach
Provides self-guided and booked tours of the historic farm, animal encounters, and educational programming to engage the public
Historic Preservation
Preserves and restores historic farm buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places, including original Shaker structures
Trail Work and Conservation
Maintains over 10 miles of trails and partners with Genesee Land Trust and the Department of Environmental Conservation to promote habitat conservation and environmental stewardship
Youth Programs
Offers field trips, internships, job shadowing, and community service opportunities for youth, including trail adoption and farm clean-up projects
activities · 10 groups
What they do
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Rescue and Adoption of Cats 1 activity
- Facilitates adoption and foster programs for rehabilitated animalsProvides temporary shelter and rehabilitation for farm animals with the goal of adoption; offers a 3-month trial foster program to assess suitability for permanent placement. Engages in rehoming support through social media outreach and partnerships with other shelters.
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Organized Community Cycling Events 1 activity
- Hosts public events and recreational programsOrganizes annual events including the Eq-Wine Ride, which combines trail riding with wine tasting and interactive obstacles, and the Legends of Alasa Farms trail ride featuring historical and fictional storytelling. Hosts the Rochester Orienteering Club and organizes a volunteer Day of Service on National Trails Day and World Environment Day.
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Nature Preserve Management and Public Access 1 activity
- Maintains public trail systems for outdoor recreationMaintains approximately 10 miles of trails, including a Fairy Trail, on over 600 acres of protected land for public use year-round. Offers hiking, snowshoeing, wildlife observation, birding, and horseback riding, with access available seven days a week from 8am until dusk.
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Land Acquisition and Conservation Easements 1 activity
- Manages farmland and natural resources for conservationStewards over 600 acres of farmland, forest, orchards, and hay fields through sustainable practices, including a conservation easement with Genesee Land Trust. Achieves hay self-sufficiency through annual summer harvests and maintains land for ecological and agricultural preservation.
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Equine Education and Riding Instruction 1 activity
- Offers educational programs and community engagementProvides field trips, internships, job shadowing, and community service opportunities for youth; offers summer camps in horsemanship and equine husbandry. Engages groups annually in farm chores and conservation projects, and offers guided tours by appointment.
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Historic Building Restoration and Preservation 1 activity
- Preserves historic farm buildings and cultural heritageMaintains 19th-century Shaker-era farm buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places and conducts storytelling and preservation efforts related to the history of Alasa Farms. Engages the public in historical heritage through themed trail events and educational programming.
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Community Service Office Operations 1 activity
- Provides public access to farm facilities and visitor servicesKeeps barns open to the public daily from 8am to 4pm and operates an administrative office open Tuesday through Friday. Offers photography gallery access and plans for expansion, enhancing public engagement with the farm’s natural and cultural resources.
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Equine Rescue and Retirement Care 1 activity
- Provides shelter and sanctuary for farm animalsOperates a no-kill shelter and permanent sanctuary for abused, neglected, or otherwise at-risk farm animals, currently housing over 150 animals including horses, cows, pigs, goats, sheep, poultry, and rabbits. Provides long-term care for animals with chronic health conditions, old age, or behavioral issues that prevent adoption.
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Pre-Adoption Veterinary Care for Shelter Animals 1 activity
- Provides veterinary and rehabilitative care for farm animalsDelivers specialized and ongoing veterinary treatment for farm animals, including dental surgery, management of chronic conditions such as hoof disease, Lyme disease, and laminitis, and rehabilitation for adoptable animals. Care is provided as part of a comprehensive animal health program.
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Humane Law Enforcement and Cruelty Intervention 1 activity
- Responds to farm animal emergencies and intake casesProvides emergency response for farm animals in crisis, including animals unable to stand, cases of cruelty, hoarding, loose animals, and medical emergencies. Manages all admissions by appointment.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$376K
Contributions & grants$337K90%
Program service revenue$17K5%
Investment income$2K1%
Other revenue$19K
expenses
Total expenses$361K
Program expenses80%
Admin / overhead18%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$128K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.05M
Cash$87K
Investments$0
Liabilities$113K
Net assets$941K
Liquid reserves2.9 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -11.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| SARA BUYS | FARM DIRECTOR | 40 | $23K |
board members · 8
- BARBARA DEROO — BOARD MEMBER
- BETH ARES — BOARD MEMBER
- CHARLES HANK STUART — VICE PRESIDENT
- JANET HALASINSKI — BOARD MEMBER
- JEFFREY APFEL — PRESIDENT & TREAS. (UNTIL OCT. 2024)
- LYNDA FAULKS — BOARD MEMBER
- MARY NOVICK — TREASURER (BEG. NOV. 2024)
- SONIA CLIFFEL — SECRETARY
relationships · 20
Who they work with
- Alasa Farms Partner — Co-hosts the Legends of Alasa Farms trail ride event with Cracker Box Palace.
- Alasa Farms Partner — Collaborative relationship involving land use and eventual transfer of ownership to Cracker Box Palace.
- Alasa Farms Partner — Partner location where school community service hours are offered.
- Alasa Farms Partner — Provided land and facilities for Cracker Box Palace's expansion and long-term operation.
- Department of Conservation Government — Collaborated to develop a forestry plan for the preservation of the farm's woods and farmland.
- Department of Environmental Conservation Government — Partners with CBP on environmental protection and sustainable land use initiatives at Alasa Farms.
- Genesee Land Trust Partner — Collaborates on conservation efforts to protect Alasa Farms as a natural habitat and public trail resource.
- Genesee Land Trust Partner — Collaborates with or is affiliated with the Genesee Land Trust, as indicated by logo presence and linking to their website.
- Genesee Land Trust Partner — Partnered to establish a conservation easement to preserve the farm and its land.
- Other shelters and sanctuaries Partner — Provides referrals to other shelters and sanctuaries when unable to assist directly with animal admissions.
- Rochester Orienteering Partner — Partners with Rochester Orienteering, as indicated by logo presence and linking to their website.
- Rochester Orienteering Club Partner — Hosts the club annually for orienteering events on the CBP trail system.
- Trail Works Partner — Collaborates with Trail Works, as indicated by logo presence and linking to their website.
- county and local humane societies Partner — Collaborates with county and local humane societies to take in abused or neglected farm animals.
- county officials Partner — Operational partners in responding to farm animal emergencies
- county shelters Partner — Operational partners in responding to farm animal emergencies
- private residents Partner — Operational partners in responding to farm animal emergencies
- trail works, Inc. Network — Participates in the Trail Works Passport program, connecting Alasa Farms to a regional trail network.
- veterinarians Partner — Operational partners in responding to farm animal emergencies
- volunteers Partner — Volunteers contribute to daily operations of the farm animal shelter.
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.
- Integrated Stewardship and Community Educationmethodology: integrated_stewardshipBy combining animal sanctuary, historic preservation, land conservation, and agriculture within a unified educational framework, we amplify public engagement and promote broader stewardship because interconnected missions deepen community impact and learning.
- No-Kill Sanctuary Modelmethodology: no-kill_sanctuaryBy providing lifelong sanctuary and prioritizing humane treatment, we ensure animal welfare and recovery from abuse or neglect because permanent safety and dignity are foundational to healing and well-being.
- Youth Engagement Through Experiential Learningmethodology: youth_engagementBy involving youth in hands-on farm operations and equine care, we foster long-term stewardship and personal development because experiential learning builds responsibility, connection, and practical skills.