irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $7.77MUSDAN INSTITUTE FOR ANIMAL HEALTH EDUCATION AMC'S USDAN INSTITUTE FOR ANIMAL HEALTH EDUCATION GREATLY EXPANDED ITS REACH IN 2024, ENGAGING 4,265 PARTICIPANTS THROUGH COMMUNITY PROGRAMS AND PROFESSIONAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES ACROSS ALL 50 U.S. STATES, 2 TERRITORIES, AND 61 COUNTRIES. THE INSTITUTE ALSO HOSTED 10 VIRTUAL WEBINARS AND TWO SESSIONS OF VIRTUAL VET CAMP, INSPIRING THE NEXT GENERATION OF ANIMAL CARE PROFESSIONALS. IN ADDITION, AMC HELD ITS FIRST-EVER CONCERT FOR CANINES, WHICH DREW HUNDREDS OF ATTENDEES IN CELEBRATION OF THE BOND BETWEEN PEOPLE AND THEIR PETS.
- #2 $1.90MRESEARCH - THE CASPARY RESEARCH INSTITUTE AMC'S CASPARY RESEARCH INSTITUTE ADVANCED VETERINARY SCIENCE IN 2024, WITH STAFF PUBLISHING 49 PEER-REVIEWED PAPERS AND HOSTING THE FIRST-EVER JOINT SYMPOSIUM WITH CORNELL UNIVERSITY AND WEILL CORNELL MEDICINE. THIS EVENT STRENGTHENED THE CONNECTION BETWEEN VETERINARY AND HUMAN MEDICAL RESEARCH AND FOSTERED FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES FOR COLLABORATION AND DISCOVERY.
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
AMC to the Rescue
Provides subsidized specialty care to animals in rescue organizations to remove health barriers to adoption
Caspary Research Institute
Conducts clinical research on naturally occurring diseases in companion animals, publishes peer-reviewed studies, and collaborates with human medical institutions like Weill Cornell Medicine
Financial Assistance for Individuals
Offers subsidized or free veterinary care through multiple named funds including the Buddy Fund (cancer treatment), Charlie’s Patient Assistance Fund (emergency care), and Seniors’ Animal Veterinary Effort (SAVE)
Frank V. D. Lloyd Fund for Guide Dogs
Provides free veterinary care for active guide dogs of visually impaired clients trained at accredited schools
Usdan Institute for Animal Health Education
Provides pet health education through webinars, newsletters, and community programs reaching millions across all 50 states and over 60 countries
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Humane Education and Responsible Pet Ownership 2 activities
- Host public education and community outreach eventsOrganizes and participates in community education events such as PAW Day, Concert for Canines, Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, and pet preparedness fairs. Hosts webinars and virtual camps for the public and aspiring animal care professionals, drawing thousands of live attendees and tens of thousands of on-demand views globally.
- Produce and distribute pet health education resourcesCreates and shares comprehensive pet health information through a publicly accessible Pet Health Library, weekly blog, monthly “Ask the Vet” podcast, how-to videos, newsletters, and updates on pet food recalls. Reached over 5 million people across 67 countries with educational content.
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Scientific Conference & Symposium Management 1 activity
- Advocate for One Health and interdisciplinary collaborationHosts the annual One Health Conference to connect human and veterinary medicine around environmental health impacts, drawing international participants. Promotes cross-disciplinary collaboration to advance shared health goals.
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Biomedical Research and Innovation 1 activity
- Conduct and publish veterinary researchConducts clinical trials and original research in areas including oncology, hemodialysis, interventional radiology/endoscopy, and kidney disease in cats. Published over 30 peer-reviewed articles annually and contributed to textbooks and joint symposia with institutions like Cornell University and Weill Cornell Medicine.
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Animal Welfare and Rescue Support 1 activity
- Deliver subsidized and charitable veterinary careProvides free or subsidized veterinary care to low-income pet owners, seniors, rescue animals, guide dogs, law enforcement K9s, and other vulnerable populations through community funds. Distributed $4.53 million in financial assistance in one year, including targeted support for cancer care, emergency services, and pet rehabilitation.
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Outpatient and Emergency Care Services 1 activity
- Provide emergency and specialty veterinary careOperates as New York City's only Level 1 Trauma Center for animals, providing 24/7/365 emergency and specialty veterinary services. Completed a multi-phase, $125 million hospital renovation that doubled patient capacity and expanded clinical services, including a new Emergency Room, Intensive Care Unit, and surgical facilities.
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Grief Support Groups and Counseling 1 activity
- Support pet owners through psychosocial servicesOffers free pet loss support groups facilitated by veterinary social workers and provides educational lectures to help pet owners cope with end-of-life issues and strengthen the human-animal bond.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Enhance institutional care coordination and capacityLaunched an electronic medical records (EMR) portal in October 2024 to improve care coordination for shared patients and added 10 senior veterinarians in 2025 to expand clinical capacity across key specialties including Emergency & Critical Care, Surgery, and Neurology.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$96.74M
Contributions & grants$15.14M16%
Program service revenue$78.88M82%
Investment income$4.31M4%
Other revenue$-1.58M
expenses
Total expenses$96.37M
Program expenses77%
Admin / overhead20%
Fundraising3%
Salaries & benefits$61.02M
Grants paid out$4.25M
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$225.72M
Cash$1.75M
Investments$45.23M
Liabilities$30.10M
Net assets$195.63M
Liquid reserves5.8 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +5.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 10
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| MRS HELEN IRVING | PRESIDENT & CEO | 40 | $691K |
| DR DANIEL SPECTOR | STAFF DOCTOR (SURGERY) | 40 | $499K |
| DR JONATHAN FERRARI | STAFF DOCTOR (SURGERY) | 40 | $478K |
| DR PAMELA SCHWARTZ | STAFF DOCTOR (SURGERY) | 40 | $459K |
| DR ROBERT HART | STAFF DOCTOR (SURGERY) | 40 | $435K |
| MR PAUL GREENE | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | 40 | $431K |
| DR DOUGLAS PALMA | STAFF DOCTOR (INTERNAL MEDICINE) | 40 | $424K |
| MR NEIL MCCARTHY | CHIEF ADMINISTRATION OFFICER | 40 | $401K |
| MRS KATHERINE QUESENBERRY | CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER | 40 | $369K |
| MRS KATHRYN COYNE | FORMER PRESIDENT & CEO / TRUSTEE | 1 | $250K |
board members · 15
- DR ALAN H REBAR — TRUSTEE
- DR HAL FOLANDER — TRUSTEE
- DR WILLIAM D DEHOFF — TRUSTEE
- MR BRUCE CRAWFORD — TRUSTEE
- MR CHRIS MCCARTHY — TRUSTEE
- MR MICHAEL HEANER — TREASURER
- MR ROBERT LIBERMAN — CO-CHAIRPERSON
- MRS ALEXANDRA GOELET — TRUSTEE
- MRS ANN R TISCH — TRUSTEE
- MRS BERNADETTE PETERS — TRUSTEE
- MRS BROOKE GARDEN — TRUSTEE
- MRS DONNA ACQUAVELLA — TRUSTEE
- MRS ELAINE LANGONE — VICE CHAIRMAN
- MRS ELIZABETH ROSS — TRUSTEE
- MRS EMILIA FANJUL — TRUSTEE
relationships · 38
Who they work with
- 2 Million Dogs Foundation Government — Provided sponsorship funding for research initiatives.
- AKC (American Kennel Club) Partner — Participates in AKC’s Meet the Breeds event for public education and engagement.
- AMC to the Rescue Network — Rescue program affiliated with AMC that provides subsidized care to animals in need of medical treatment prior to adoption.
- American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Partner — Original parent organization under which the Women’s Auxiliary operated before becoming independent.
- Animal Rescue Fund of The Hamptons (ARF) Partner — Partner organization whose adopted pets are eligible for a 20% discount on veterinary services at AMC.
- Aratana Therapeutics Government — Provided sponsorship funding for research initiatives.
- Broadway Barks Partner — Participates in Broadway Barks for community outreach and pet adoption awareness.
- Canine Health Foundation of the American Kennel Club Funder — Awarded competitive grants to support clinical research studies.
- Cornell University Partner — Co-hosted first-ever joint symposium to strengthen connections between veterinary and human medical research.
- Ellin Prince Speyer Legacy Society Network — Recognizes individuals who have included the Animal Medical Center in their estate plans.
- Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation, Inc. Partner — Accredited school whose trained guide dogs are eligible for free veterinary care at AMC.
- Freedom Guide Dogs for the Blind, Inc. Partner — Accredited school whose trained guide dogs are eligible for free veterinary care at AMC.
- Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind Partner — Accredited school whose trained guide dogs are eligible for free veterinary care at AMC.
- Guide Dogs for the Blind, Inc. Partner — Accredited school whose trained guide dogs are eligible for free veterinary care at AMC.
- Guide Dogs of Texas, Inc. Partner — Accredited school whose trained guide dogs are eligible for free veterinary care at AMC.
- Guide Dogs of the Desert International Partner — Accredited school whose trained guide dogs are eligible for free veterinary care at AMC.
- IDEXX Government — Provided sponsorship funding for research initiatives.
- Instinct Partner — Technology partner providing the EMR portal for sharing patient records with referring veterinarians.
- Leader Dogs for the Blind Partner — Accredited school whose trained guide dogs are eligible for free veterinary care at AMC.
- Merial One Health Government — Provided sponsorship funding for research initiatives.
- Minnesota Guide Dog Breeding Centre Partner — Accredited school whose trained guide dogs are eligible for free veterinary care at AMC.
- Morris Animal Foundation Funder — Awarded competitive grants to support clinical research studies.
- NYC Emergency Management Partner — Collaborates on the Pet and Service Animal Preparedness Fair to promote emergency readiness for pets.
- New York City Government — Designated as NYC’s only Level 1 Trauma Center for animals.
- New York Presbyterian Partner — Lent five ventilators during the pandemic to support human healthcare operations.
- North Shore Animal League (NSAL) Partner — Partner organization whose adopted pets are eligible for a 20% discount on veterinary services at AMC.
- Perkins&Will Partner — Architecture firm partnered with AMC on the hospital's expansion and renovation
- Pilot Dogs, Inc. Partner — Accredited school whose trained guide dogs are eligible for free veterinary care at AMC.
- Schwarzman Animal Medical Center Network — Usdan Institute operates within the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center and collaborates with its veterinary staff to produce health education content.
- Southeastern Guide Dogs, Inc. Partner — Accredited school whose trained guide dogs are eligible for free veterinary care at AMC.
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strategies · 4
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.
- Comparative and Evidence-Based One Health Researchmethodology: comparative medicineBy studying naturally occurring diseases in pets and applying findings to human medicine through collaborative, evidence-based research under the One Health initiative, the organization advances treatments for both animals and humans because shared biological mechanisms allow cross-species clinical insights to accelerate medical innovation.
- Integrated Multispecialty Care Modelmethodology: integrated_multi_specialty_careBy co-locating over 20 veterinary specialties and integrating emergency and specialty services under one roof, the organization improves coordination, enables multidisciplinary case management, and enhances clinical outcomes for complex animal health conditions because centralized expertise and shared systems enable faster, more holistic care.
- Science-Based Public Education as Preventive Caremethodology: science-based-pet-educationBy translating clinical expertise into accessible, science-based pet health content via blogs, podcasts, and media engagement, the organization improves pet owner knowledge and promotes preventive care because informed owners are more likely to recognize early symptoms and adhere to treatment plans, reducing disease burden.
- Sliding-Scale and Nonprofit Care Model for Equitable Accessmethodology: sliding-scale-careBy operating as a nonprofit and providing subsidized veterinary services through a sliding-scale fee structure, the organization increases access to high-quality care for animals in low-income households because financial barriers are reduced while maintaining clinical standards, ensuring care is prioritized over profit.