Paws Crossed Animal Rescue Inc.

What Paws Crossed Animal Rescue Inc. does

Paws Crossed Animal Rescue Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal welfare organization founded around 2013 and headquartered at 100 South Warehouse Lane, Elmsford, NY, serving Westchester County and surrounding areas. The organization rescues companion animals—primarily dogs and cats—provides veterinary care, behavioral rehabilitation, and rehoming services through its physical adoption center, and runs community pet support and education programs. It operates a structured portfolio of programs including Legacy Lane (long-term shelter dogs), Seniors for Seniors (discounted adoption for adopters 70+ adopting pets 7+), Barn Cats (working cat placements), Puppies on the Block (incarceration rehabilitation in partnership with Pace University and Westchester County Department of Correction), and Community Kibble (pet food assistance). NYT Registered Rescue (RR184) with EIN 47-4712475.

The organization funds operations through tax-deductible donations (one-time gifts, monthly sponsorships starting at $5/month, vehicle donations, planned giving), adoption fees, merchandise sales, and special fundraising campaigns (Have a Heart Campaign, Sponsor A Kennel, Capital Campaign, Honorary Garden, Forever Home Sponsor). It uses no proprietary technology stack beyond a standard Wix-hosted website, third-party payment integrations (PayPal, Venmo, SwipeSimple), and social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, X). The go-to-market model is community-led, driven by volunteer engagement, foster families, donor networks, and recurring fundraising events (Autumn Tails Gala, Golf Event, Paws Crossed Day). The organization reports 1-10 employees and continuous operations for approximately 10 years, with no disclosed revenue, funding rounds, institutional investors, or planned M&A activity.

Name

Paws Crossed Animal Rescue Inc.

Legal name

PAWS CROSSED ANIMAL RESCUE INC.

Website

https://pawscrossedny.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Paws Crossed Animal Rescue Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Elmsford, NY that rescues dogs and cats, rehomes them through adoption and foster programs, and runs community pet support initiatives including Seniors for Seniors and Puppies on the Block.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Animal Rescue Services

NAICS

Community Housing Services (62422), Other Individual and Family Services (624190)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Animal Shelters & Adoption Services (BPAGAIAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Animal Shelters & Rescue Operations (AFAEALAB), Foster & Volunteer Network Programs (BPAGAIAF)

Keywords

• Animal rescue services
• Pet adoption programs
• Foster care services
• Nonprofit animal welfare
• Community pet support

Headquarters

HQ city

Elmsford

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Others, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Donations and Fundraising: Tax-deductible donations from individuals supporting the rescue mission. Multiple giving options including one-time gifts, monthly sponsorships starting at $5/month, vehicle donations, and planned giving programs.
2. Adoption Fees: Fees charged for pet adoptions. Discounted rates available through Seniors for Seniors program.
3. Shop and Merchandise: Online shop for pet supplies and merchandise.
4. Special Campaigns: Targeted fundraising campaigns including Have a Heart Campaign, Capital Campaign, Sponsor A Kennel, Honorary Garden, and Forever Home Sponsor programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Paws Crossed Animal Rescue Inc. rescues companion animals (dogs and cats), provides medical care and behavioral rehabilitation, and places them in permanent adoptive homes through an in-person application and matching process at its Elmsford, NY adoption center. The organization also operates a foster care network, specialized adoption programs for senior pets and adopters, community pet food assistance, and rehabilitation programs partnering with correctional and educational institutions.

Product overview

Paws Crossed Animal Rescue Inc. is an animal welfare organization offering a comprehensive portfolio of programs and services focused on pet rescue, adoption, and community support. The core offerings include pet adoption services for dogs and cats (available through the main adoption center, Legacy Lane for senior shelter dogs, and Barn Cats for working cats), foster care programs, and the Seniors for Seniors adoption program. The organization runs multiple fundraising programs including Monthly Sponsorship, Have a Heart Campaign, Sponsor A Kennel, Capital Campaign, Vehicle Donation, and Planned Giving. Additional services include the Puppies on the Block rehabilitation program (partnering with Pace University and Westchester County Department of Correction), Community Kibble food assistance, and various volunteer opportunities. The rescue operates as a New York State registered rescue (RR184) in Elmsford, NY, serving Westchester County and surrounding areas.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Pet Adoption Services Facilitates adoption of rescue dogs and cats to qualified permanent homes through an application and matching process at the Elmsford adoption center.
• Foster Program Temporary home placement for rescue animals until they are ready for adoption, with the rescue covering medical expenses and supplies for foster providers.
• Barn Cats Program Places cats unsuitable as house pets in barn or farm settings as working cats for rodent control.
• Monthly Sponsor Program Recurring donation program allowing supporters to contribute $5 or more monthly to support orphaned pets.
• Legacy Lane Program Dedicated to dogs that lived most of their lives in the Elmsford Animal Shelter, providing specialized care and adoption services for senior or long-term shelter residents.
• Seniors for Seniors Adoption Program Pairs senior pets (over 7 years) with senior adopters (70+), offering discounted adoption rates, free vaccination clinics, and virtual training through GoodPup.
• Puppies on the Block Program Rehabilitation initiative partnering with Pace University and Westchester County Department of Correction in which incarcerated individuals train rescue puppies in basic obedience and social skills.
• Community Kibble Program Food assistance program providing pet food to community members who have trouble affording pet food or supplies.
• Online Shop and Merchandise Online shop selling pet supplies and branded merchandise to generate revenue supporting rescue operations.
• Have a Heart Campaign Targeted annual fundraising campaign supporting the rescue mission.
• Sponsor A Kennel Program Program allowing donors to sponsor individual kennels at the rescue facility.
• Forever Home Sponsor Program Sponsorship program supporting adopted pets and their new families.
• Vehicle Donation Program Program accepting donated vehicles as a contribution to support rescue operations.
• Capital Campaign Major fundraising initiative for facility improvements and expansion of the rescue.
• Planned Giving Program Bequest and legacy giving options for supporters, including the Pet Bequest Program for future pet care planning.
• Volunteer Programs Multiple volunteer opportunities including general volunteering, Junior Volunteer Program, Scout Troops & School Groups, Volunteer Pet Advocate, and Short Term Volunteering.
• Humane Education Program Educational programming on humane animal treatment and responsible pet care for the community.
• The ARC Westchester Program Program supporting The ARC Westchester community through animal-assisted services and engagement.
• Tail Up, Nose Down Program Animal welfare engagement program supporting the rescue's broader community mission.
• Honorary Garden Memorial giving and tribute program honoring beloved pets and supporters.

Quantifiable outcome

• 10 Legacy Dogs adopted since 2017
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Pace UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPace University plays a crucial role in the Puppies on the Block program, contributing research, student involvement, and educational support to study the program's impact on rehabilitation and reentry success.
• Westchester County Department of CorrectioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Puppies on the Block program partners incarcerated individuals at the Westchester County Department of Correction with rescue puppies, allowing them to train and socialize dogs under professional guidance. This fosters rehabilitation and community enrichment.
• GoodPupminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGoodPup provides free virtual training for adopters through the Seniors for Seniors program, offering ongoing support to senior pet owners.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Best Friends Animal Society: National no-kill animal welfare leader running sanctuary operations, transport, and community programs. Much larger and national in scope, but operates the same rescue/adoption/community-support model as Paws Crossed.
• ASPCA: National animal welfare organization with adoption, rescue, and community programs including the ASPCA Adoption Center in NYC. A far larger incumbent, but competes for the same regional donors, adopters, and volunteers.
• Humane Society of the United States: Largest U.S. animal welfare organization funding rescue, shelter, and policy work nationally. Comparable in mission (animal rescue and welfare) but vastly larger in scale, fundraising reach, and policy influence.

Others

• Petco Love (formerly Petco Foundation): National nonprofit supporting animal welfare through adoption, lifesaving grants, and in-store adoption events. Comparable as an enabling funder and partner that small rescue organizations often rely on for capacity.
• Petfinder Foundation: Charitable arm of Petfinder that supports shelters and rescues through grants and the online adoption platform. Provides listing infrastructure that adoption-driven rescues like Paws Crossed depend on for adopter reach.
• Maddie's Fund: Family foundation funding no-kill animal welfare initiatives and providing grants to shelters and rescues. Comparable ecosystem participant as a potential funder/peer organization for community rescue groups like Paws Crossed.

Direct peers

• Bideawee: NY metro no-kill animal welfare organization operating adoption centers, pet therapy, and senior-pet programs (including Muttford & Muttforda) — overlapping with Paws Crossed's adoption, senior-pet focus, and community services.
• North Shore Animal League America: Long Island, NY-based no-kill animal rescue and adoption organization with similar rescue transport, adoption, and humane education programming — closely comparable in mission and operating model.
• Animal Haven: NYC-based no-kill animal rescue and adoption organization with foster network, community pet support, and adoption programming — directly comparable in operating model and target adopter base.
• SPCA of Westchester: Local Westchester County, NY animal welfare organization offering adoptions, low-cost spay/neuter, and surrender prevention — directly overlapping with Paws Crossed's rescue, adoption, and community support mandate in the same geography.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/Pawscrossedny
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCqXay6po3WzRu_XKRr0KJQA
• Facebookfacebook.com/pawscrossedanimalrescue
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/paws-crossed-animal-rescue-inc-
• Instagraminstagram.com/pawscrossedny

Compliance2 records

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Investors

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M&A

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