Protectors of Paws & Claws Inc

Facilitating animal adoptions by connecting fur-ever families

aka Protectors of Paws & Claws   |   Albany, NY   |  https://pawsclawsprotectors.org

Mission

Protectors of Paws & Claws strives to provide a source of safety for animals in a world where animal welfare is often overlooked. We aim to enhance the pet adoption experience for both people and pets, ensuring that all non-human animals are placed with safe and loving families. We are also committed to initiating the conversation about the role of race, culture, discrimination, and bias in the pet world. Our primary goal is to connect families looking for a pet with owners looking to rehome, or with other rescue groups and shelters.

Ruling year info

2020

Co-Executive Director/Founder

Abby McCormick-Foley

Co-Executive Director/Founder

Sarah Bonomo

Main address

PO Box 11385

Albany, NY 12211 USA

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EIN

85-2323499

NTEE code info

Animal Protection and Welfare (includes Humane Societies and SPCAs) (D20)

IRS filing requirement

This organization is required to file an IRS Form 990-N.

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Programs and results

What we aim to solve

SOURCE: Self-reported by organization

There are immeasurable animals that need a home as a result of abandonment, rehoming, and semi-feral (strays). People who want to add a pet to their family often purchase said animal from a pet store or breeder. Our mission is to connect families looking for a pet with owners who are surrendering their pet. This way, the family searching for a pet finds a loving companion that matches their lifestyle without contributing to the multibillion dollar pet trade.

Our programs

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What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?

Diversity Committee

The Diversity Committee was established with the goal of initiating the conversation about how systematic oppression has impacted pet ownership. This committee will be responsible for reviewing materials distributed by the Organization to assess cultural competency and racial inclusion; committee members will suggest any relevant changes. The committee will also be responsible for advising the Executive
Directors on matters related to diversity, inclusion, and representation.

Population(s) Served
Ethnic and racial groups

Where we work

Our Sustainable Development Goals

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Goals & Strategy

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Charting impact

Four powerful questions that require reflection about what really matters - results.

Connect families who want a pet with owners who no longer want or cannot keep to provide each animal with a loving home without contributing to pet breeding.

Search for owner surrenders or for posts indicating a family's desired pet. From there, interview potential families and connect with the family surrendering.

We have two directors/founders who are committed to helping animals get placed in a furever home.

We have placed ~15 animals in their forever homes since July 2020.

Financials

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Operations

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Protectors of Paws & Claws Inc

Board of directors
as of 02/22/2022
SOURCE: Self-reported by organization
Board chair

Joanna Nevins

Christopher Palian

Organizational demographics

SOURCE: Self-reported; last updated 11/17/2020
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Leadership

The organization's leader identifies as:

Race & ethnicity
White/Caucasian/European
Gender identity
Female, Not transgender (cisgender)
Sexual orientation
Heterosexual or straight
Disability status
Person without a disability

The organization's co-leader identifies as:

Race & ethnicity
White/Caucasian/European
Gender identity
Female, Not transgender (cisgender)
Sexual orientation
Heterosexual or straight
Disability status
Person without a disability

Race & ethnicity

Gender identity

 

Sexual orientation

No data

Disability

No data

Equity strategies

Last updated: 11/17/2020

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Data
  • We ask team members to identify racial disparities in their programs and / or portfolios.
  • We analyze disaggregated data and root causes of race disparities that impact the organization's programs, portfolios, and the populations served.
  • We have long-term strategic plans and measurable goals for creating a culture such that one’s race identity has no influence on how they fare within the organization.
Policies and processes
  • We seek individuals from various race backgrounds for board and executive director/CEO positions within our organization.
  • We have community representation at the board level, either on the board itself or through a community advisory board.