Animal Welfare
The well-being of animals reflects the compassion and vitality of our communities. In the Hudson Valley, donors’ dedication to animal welfare is making a profound impact.
However, significant challenges remain as too many pets and farm animals continue to endure lives of neglect and abandonment. The shelters, rescues, and sanctuaries that tirelessly serve these animals are grappling with resource constraints and escalating costs for veterinary care, spay and neuter programs, and essential supplies. These organizations rely heavily on donations to continue their vital work. By investing in animal welfare, we are not only alleviating the suffering of countless animals but also nurturing a more humane and compassionate region.
How Nonprofits Are Helping
Hudson Valley Animal Rescue
1,200
Dogs and cats adopted out annually by an all volunteer staff
HV Animal Rescue & Sanctuary
Dutchess County SPCA
23,000
Pounds of pet food and supplies distributed in 2023
Ulster County SPCA
Topfield Equestrian Center
3,000
Farm animals rescued—cows, pigs, chickens, ducks, sheep, goats, turkeys, and more…
Woodstock Farm Sanctuary
How We Work with You
Strong start: With donations of any dollar amount to the Cleopatra Fund, supporting animal welfare, we can provide more support for animal welfare throughout Dutchess, Putnam, and Ulster Counties.
For even greater and more personal impact: We can open and manage your donor-advised fund of $5,000 or more to support your charitable giving over multiple years. Your contributions grow tax-free under the stewardship of expert investment managers, and if you are unsure where to contribute, our team of grantmaking professionals can offer suggestions. For a distinct philanthropic legacy that will last beyond your lifetime, we can also work with you to create an endowed fund of $25,000 or more benefiting the community’s greatest needs, a field of interest, or one or more specific nonprofits.
How You Can Help
When you partner with the Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley to promote animal welfare, your donations can make a difference in so many ways:
- Direct care, food, and supplies for shelter animals
- Emergency rescues of cats, dogs, and farm animals
- Construction and repairs of shelter and sanctuary facilities
- Emergency veterinary services for rescued animals
- Supply kits for fostering animals
- Spay and neuter programs for dogs and cats
Join Us in Shaping the Future
Your support can provide the resources for nonprofit organizations with missions that support animal welfare. Together, we can build a stronger, brighter Hudson Valley.
