Ellen M Gifford Sheltering Home Corp.
Their home until they're home.
Mission
The mission of Gifford Cat Shelter is to provide a safe haven for stray, abused, and unwanted cats until they are matched with their permanent loving homes.
Ruling year
1959
President, Board of Directors
Elizabeth Sacchetti
Vice President, Board of Directors
Ann Gurka
Main address
30 Undine Street
Brighton, MA 02135 USA
EIN
04-2239741
NTEE code
Animal Protection and Welfare (includes Humane Societies and SPCAs) (D20)
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Communication
Programs and results
What we aim to solve
A countless number of cats and kittens are homeless, neglected and abused each year. Gifford Cat Shelter is working to end the struggle for these innocent animals by helping them to find their self confidence and most importantly - their furrever homes. Through behavior counseling and training (for both the cats and their humans), these cats find safe, nurturing homes where they can thrive.
Our programs
What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?
Cat Sheltering & Adoption
Admission of homeless cats, provision of food, medication and care, and placement into permanent homes
Volunteer Program
Gifford Cat Shelter relies on active and committed volunteers to achieve our mission. Our Volunteer Program begins with an application. After orientation, volunteers are matched to activities that suit his/her interests and skills. Volunteer activities include Shelter cleaning and maintenance, yard work, socializing and caring for cats, special/fundraising event planning and execution, marketing, and community awareness events (e.g., tabling and adoption events).
Cat Behavior and Retention Counseling and Education
The overwhelming majority of cat behavior problems can be fixed while the cat is still in their home, before they are either put outside or surrendered to a shelter.
This program teaches proven techniques for successfully keeping cats in their homes.
Where we work
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Goals & Strategy
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What is the organization aiming to accomplish?
At Gifford, cats are free to roam and play. They nap in sunny windows, get plenty of exercise, and enjoy tons of love and attention while they wait for their forever homes. A no-kill shelter, Gifford believes that all cats should have a chance to live their lives free of pain and fear. No matter their story, every Gifford cat has a future to look forward to. And until they find their new homes, they'll spend their days in bright, open environments, getting all the love they need!
What are the organization's key strategies for making this happen?
By providing a safe, loving shelter where cats and kittens roam and play while they wait for forever homes. If a cat requires medical care or behavioral modification prior to their adoption, the needs are taken care of. Gifford has access to state of the art veterinarian care (both on and off site) to ensure the medical needs are addressed in a timely manner.
What are the organization's capabilities for doing this?
By working with the Boston community, Gifford personally interviews potential adopters to ensure we are providing for the needs of both the human and the cat/kitten. Taking the time to find the 'right fit' helps both adopters and adoptees feel comfortable during the adoption process. During open hours adopters have the opportunity to meet, interact and play or snuggle with the cats that are available for adoption. For the shyer cats it often is best to have a private appointment in a quiet environment where the cat's true personality can really shine. Once the cat/kitten is adopted, Gifford offers continued follow up support to help ensure a positive transition into their forever homes. Adopters are encouraged to call or visit with any questions or concerns that come up.
What have they accomplished so far and what's next?
Gifford continues to evolve and grow to serve the needs of the local stray population as well as find loving homes for cats in other states where the cat population exceeds the available homes. Gifford will be improving our physical shelter through the generous donations of some committed donors which will enable us to help more cats and provide additional and enhanced services.
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Ellen M Gifford Sheltering Home Corp.
Board of directorsas of 11/02/2022
Ms. Elizabeth Sacchetti
No Affiliation
Ms. Ann Gurka
Julie Batal
Ben Todd
Elizabeth Sedlak
Carol Jamison
Danna Baida
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Board orientation and education
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CEO oversight
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Ethics and transparency
Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? Yes -
Board composition
Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes -
Board performance
Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? Not applicable
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