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New York animal organizations

There are 2,148 animal-focused nonprofit organizations in New York. Combined, these New Yorker animal organizations employ 11,271 people, earn more than $2 billion in revenue each year, and have assets of $4 billion.
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Types of animal organizations in New York

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Animal shelters and animal welfare organizations
 
1,443
 
$805,503,691
Wildlife conservation and protection organizations
 
293
 
$502,205,932
Animal services organizations
 
105
 
$111,362,764
Wildlife sanctuaries and refuges
 
72
 
$35,871,862
Organizations supporting multiple animal nonprofits
 
56
 
$14,475,416
Animal alliances and advocates
 
43
 
$758,055
Veterinary organizations
 
28
 
$98,966,911
Animal professional societies
 
27
 
$10,416,204
Zoos and acquariums
 
20
 
$39,330,487
Endangered species protection organizations
 
20
 
$6,538,062
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Animal organizations by major New York cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
New York City
 
949
 
$1,387,415,982
Albany, NY
 
169
 
$24,634,078
Buffalo
 
151
 
$42,782,367
Rochester, NY
 
148
 
$33,006,397
Poughkeepsie
 
137
 
$21,370,899
Syracuse
 
106
 
$14,494,546
Kingston
 
64
 
$7,723,412
Binghamton
 
54
 
$7,743,780
Utica
 
42
 
$11,311,665
Glens Falls
 
29
 
$2,114,831
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Job trends for New York animal organizations

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
278
1-10
 
112
11-25
 
65
26-100
 
54
101 to 1,000
 
13
1,000+
 
2
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Sizes of animal organizations in New York

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
620
$250k to $1M
 
169
$1M to $5M
 
84
$5M to $25M
 
18
$25M to $100M
 
5
$100M+
 
2
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Directory of animal organizations in New York

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1-20 of 2,148

World Society for the Protection of Animals (WSPA)

WSPA is an animal shelter or animal welfare organization in New York, NY whose mission is: WSPA's mission is to engaged people sharing our news and campaigns around the world.
Revenue
$5.8m
Assets
$14.9m
Employees
31
EIN
04-2718182
IRS type
501(c)(3)

American Kennel Club

AKC promotes purebred dogs, responsible ownership, and breeding for type and function through registration, education, and advocacy.
Revenue
$99.6m
Assets
$264.4m
Employees
506
EIN
13-4923060
IRS type
501(c)(4)

North Shore Animal League America

As the leader in the no-kill movement, North Shore Animal League America is committed to saving and rehabilitating the lives of homeless animals and educating the public about the joys and responsibilities of rescue.
Revenue
$45.1m
Assets
$64.7m
Employees
426
EIN
11-1666852
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty To Animals

The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty To Animals protects animals, promotes adoptions, advocates for welfare laws, and provides vital veterinary services.
Revenue
$379.3m
Assets
$640.9m
Employees
1,432
EIN
13-1623829
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Wildlife Conservation Society

Wildlife Conservation Society protects global biodiversity through habitat conservation, scientific research, and community engagement, ensuring wildlife thrives in healthy ecosystems worldwide.
Revenue
$345.5m
Assets
$1.2b
Employees
2,895
EIN
13-1740011
IRS type
501(c)(3)

AKC Reunite (AKC)

AKC Reunite is committed to Pet Identification, specifically ensuring pets have two forms of ID, a collar or pet id tag and a microchip (or tattoo), to aid in their quick identification and return home if they get lost.
Revenue
$9.5m
Assets
$24.7m
Employees
59
EIN
13-3904402
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Wildlife Alliance

Wildlife Alliance empowers communities to protect forests and wildlife, develop sustainable livelihoods, and enforce conservation laws through ranger patrols.
Revenue
$15.3m
Assets
$38.9m
Employees
3
EIN
52-1934148
IRS type
501(c)(3)

EcoHealth Alliance

Ecohealth Alliance protects global health and ecosystems by preventing emerging diseases and promoting conservation through science-based solutions and partnerships.
Revenue
$14.4m
Assets
$13.9m
Employees
59
EIN
31-1726494
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Staten Island Zoological Society

Staten Island Zoological Society educates children and adults about zoology, operates a zoological park, and maintains a zoological garden.
Revenue
$5.5m
Assets
$4.0m
Employees
55
EIN
13-5680691
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Bideawee

Bideawee fosters the human-animal bond by rescuing, caring for, and placing homeless pets while providing expert medical care and memorial services.
Revenue
$14.4m
Assets
$49.4m
Employees
119
EIN
13-1655210
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Humane Society of New York

For over 100 years, the Humane Society of New York has been a presence in New York City, caring for animals in need when illness, injury or homelessness strikes.
Revenue
$6.6m
Assets
$43.7m
Employees
45
EIN
13-1624041
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Trust for Governors Island

Nonprofit managing 150-acre Governors Island; provides ferry, security and maintenance services. Mission is to transform island into a cultural and commercial destination.
Revenue
$66.1m
Assets
$385.9m
Employees
108
EIN
27-2683349
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Stephen and Christine Schwarzman Animal Medical Center (AMC)

The Animal Medical Center is a not-for-profit hospital for companion animals and an institute for veterinary education and research.
Revenue
$91.9m
Assets
$220.6m
Employees
668
EIN
13-5505367
IRS type
501(c)(3)

SPCA of Westchester

The SPCA of Westchester not only serves as the sole cruelty prevention and intervention agency for Westchester County, but is also the only organization providing the comprehensive services of a spay/neuter clinic.
Revenue
$7.2m
Assets
$20.0m
Employees
78
EIN
13-1740069
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Panthera

Panthera is the only organization in the world that is devoted exclusively to the conservation of the world's 40 wild cat species and their ecosystems.
Revenue
$24.7m
Assets
$19.7m
Employees
63
EIN
20-4668756
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals International (SPCAI)

SPCAI's mission is to help keep military families together and animals out of shelters, Operation Military Pets provides financial assistance to military families for pet relocation costs.
Revenue
$23.9m
Assets
$6.6m
Employees
16
EIN
87-0773320
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Animal Care and Control of New York City (ACC)

We strive to find loving homes for homeless and abandoned cats, dogs, and rabbits, both by adopting animals directly to the public and by partnering with more than 200 dedicated animal placement organizations (our New Hope partners).
Revenue
$29.3m
Assets
$92.5m
Employees
383
EIN
13-3788986
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The James Beard Foundation

The James Beard Foundation is a nonprofit organization that celebrates, supports, and elevates America's food culture. They engage in education impact programs to establish a more sustainable food system.
Revenue
$21.1m
Assets
$13.0m
Employees
60
EIN
13-2752108
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Paws Crossed Animal Rescue

Paws Crossed Animal Rescue protects and promotes animal welfare, with a total revenue of $1,258,747 last year.
Revenue
$5.1m
Assets
$10.9m
Employees
19
EIN
47-4712475
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Erie County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty To Animals

Private humane society providing care, adoption, and education to enhance the lives of animals and people in Erie County.
Revenue
$11.2m
Assets
$31.9m
Employees
159
EIN
16-0425315
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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