Paws of War

What Paws of War does

Paws of War is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (Tax ID 46-5113396), founded in 2014 and headquartered in Nesconset, New York, that operates a portfolio of interconnected programs pairing rescued animals with U.S. military veterans, first responders, and Gold Star families. Its core service offerings include PTSD and traumatic brain injury (TBI) service dog training, the War Torn Pups & Cats program (which has reunited over 600 deployed service members with animals they rescued overseas), the MWD Mission Well Done program providing lifetime care for retired military working dogs, a free mobile veterinary clinic serving Long Island, companion animal adoption, and additional programs such as Spectrum Paws (autism), Helping Heroes (housing and emergency support), pet disaster preparedness, and the America 250 historical education initiative. Operations are delivered from three locations — New York headquarters, a Florida chapter in Fort Myers, and a North Carolina training academy in New Bern — supported by foster homes and a volunteer network.

The organization is funded entirely by public contributions, with revenue derived from individual donations, corporate partnerships (Petro, Jeptha Creed Distillery, Bancker Construction, Canine Logix, D'Arrigo), professional sports team partnerships (Buffalo Bills, NY Giants, NY Knicks, Red Bull NY), platform channels (Network for Good, PayPal Giving Fund, Amazon and Chewy wishlists), planned giving, and workplace giving programs. Its go-to-market motion is community-led: beneficiaries apply for services through online forms, while donations and volunteer sign-ups are driven via social media (Facebook, Instagram), email newsletters, community fundraising events, youth/school programs, and cross-promotional partnerships. There is no commercial pricing; all services are provided at no cost to eligible recipients. The organization has no proprietary technology platform, API, or software IP — operations are run by a lean team of 1-10 employees, with reported leadership including President Robert Misseri and Director of Animal Welfare and Logistics Niki Dawson (35 years of animal welfare and disaster response experience).

Name

Paws of War

Legal name

Paws of War Inc.

Website

https://pawsofwar.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Paws of War is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2014 that pairs rescued animals with U.S. veterans, first responders, and Gold Star families through service dog training, animal rescue, mobile veterinary care, and support programs — all delivered free of charge.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Nesconset

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: Paws of War is funded entirely by public contributions and individual donations. The organization states it depends on the generosity of donors to continue its work, with donations accepted online, by mail, and through workplace giving programs. Donations are tax-deductible under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, Tax ID #46-5113396.
2. Corporate Partnerships: The organization earns revenue through corporate sponsorships, cross-promotional marketing with partner companies, and in-kind support from business partners. Partners include Petro (displaying logo on delivery trucks), Bancker Construction, Canine Logix, D'Arrigo, and sports team partners including the Buffalo Bills, NY Giants, NY Knicks, and Red Bull NY.
3. Chapter-Specific Donations: Regional chapters in Florida and North Carolina accept dedicated donations routed to local programs, training, and operations. Florida donations can be sent to 18990 S. Tamiami Trl., Ste 4-200, Ft. Myers FL 33908. North Carolina donations are processed through a Network for Good campaign page.
4. Planned Giving and Workplace Giving: The organization accepts planned giving (bequests, estates), workplace giving (payroll deduction programs), donor advised fund contributions, and in-kind donations of goods and services.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Paws of War is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that trains rescued dogs as service animals for U.S. military veterans and first responders, primarily for PTSD and traumatic brain injury support. It also rescues dogs and cats — including animals rescued by U.S. troops overseas — and places them as companion animals with veterans, first responders, and Gold Star families. Additional offerings include a mobile veterinary clinic, military working dog retirement support, obedience training, housing assistance, and youth/educational programs. All services are delivered at no cost to eligible recipients and funded entirely by public donations.

Product overview

Paws of War is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization offering a portfolio of interconnected programs focused on connecting rescued animals with veterans, first responders, and Gold Star families. The core offerings include service dog training programs (PTSD Service Dogs, TBI Service Dogs), animal rescue initiatives (War Torn Pups & Cats, Dog Rescue), and support services (Mobile Veterinary Clinic, Helping Heroes Program, Veteran Support Center). The organization operates dog training facilities in Long Island, NY and North Carolina, and provides educational programs including Pet Disaster Preparedness and the America 250 historical initiative. All services are provided at no cost to eligible recipients and funded entirely through public contributions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• PTSD Service Dogs Program

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 600 dogs and cats have been rescued and reunited with U.S. service members through the War Torn Pups & Cats program.
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

21 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Jeptha Creed DistilleryminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 October 2025Jeptha Creed Distillery partnered with Paws of War for its annual Red, White & Blue Bourbon release (Veterans Day), donating a portion of proceeds to support veterans suffering from PTSD and other invisible wounds through service dogs. The fourth batch was priced at $74.99 and available in the distillery gift shop, online, and in select retail locations across 40 U.S. states.
• Petro (Petro Stopping Center)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerPetro displays the Paws of War logo and message on delivery trucks as part of a cross-promotional partnership to generate ongoing awareness of the organization and highlight their partnership supporting veterans and care dogs in local communities.
• Bancker ConstructionminorGTM or Marketing PartnerListed as a corporate partner of Paws of War, providing support for the organization's mission.
• Canine LogixminorGTM or Marketing PartnerListed as a corporate partner of Paws of War, providing support for the organization's mission.
• WH Performing ArtsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerListed as a corporate partner of Paws of War.
• D'ArrigominorGTM or Marketing PartnerListed as a corporate partner of Paws of War.
• JMG Card LogominorGTM or Marketing PartnerListed as a corporate partner of Paws of War.
• Long Island AbateminorGTM or Marketing PartnerListed as a corporate partner of Paws of War.
• M&PminorGTM or Marketing PartnerListed as a corporate partner of Paws of War.
• MacminorGTM or Marketing PartnerListed as a corporate partner of Paws of War.
• Buffalo BillscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerSports team partner that connects their brand and fans with the Paws of War cause. The Bills are listed among grateful sport team partners.
• New York GiantscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerSports team partner that connects their brand and fans with the Paws of War cause.
• New York KnickscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerSports team partner that connects their brand and fans with the Paws of War cause.
• Red Bull New YorkcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerSports team partner that connects their brand and fans with the Paws of War cause.
• La Boit Specialty VehiclescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLa Boit Specialty Vehicles fully renovated Paws of War's mobile veterinary clinic RV at no charge. The vehicle was customized for the special program to provide a full range of veterinary care for the pets of veterans and first responders.
• ChewyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPaws of War maintains a Chewy wishlist where shoppers can add items to their cart and a portion of their donation supports the organization's mission.
• AmazonminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPaws of War maintains an Amazon Wishlist for in-kind donations.
• Network for GoodcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetwork for Good processes donations for Paws of War's various campaigns, including the North Carolina chapter and general donations.
• PayPal Giving FundcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPaws of War accepts donations through PayPal Giving Fund, a platform that allows donors to give with PayPal while the charity receives funds at no cost.
• GuideStarminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGuideStar profiles Paws of War's nonprofit information (EIN 46-5113396), providing transparency and donor trust signals.
• Charity NavigatorminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCharity Navigator rates Paws of War (EIN 46-5113396), providing donor trust and accountability signals.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/pawsofwarusa
• Facebookfacebook.com/PawsOfWar
• Instagraminstagram.com/pawsofwar
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/paws-of-war

Compliance3 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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