News and Press Releases

Staff Spotlight: Dania

February 6, 2025

We’re excited to welcome Dania Puerto to the PAWS NY team as our new Foster Administrator, overseeing elements of our foster program such as placing pets in volunteer foster homes, communicating with both foster volunteers and pet guardians, and ultimately reuniting pets with their guardians. After growing up in rural…

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PAWS on Ask The Vet Podcast

February 5, 2025

Our founder and Executive Director Rachel Herman sat down with Dr. Ann Hohenhaus on Ask The Vet to talk all things PAWS. When asked about her favorite part of working at PAWS NY, Rachel responded “Honestly it’s hearing the longevity and relationships of some of our longstanding clients. For example…

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PAWS NY Receives Funding from The Slomo and Cindy Silvian Foundation

February 3, 2025

The Slomo and Cindy Silvian Foundation has once again awarded PAWS NY a generous grant. The $27,500 grant will help with ongoing expansion of our Housecall Program in the outer boroughs of New York City. “The Slomo and Cindy Silvian Foundation has always been a supportive funder, especially when it comes to growing our Housecall Program,” said Rachel Herman, Founder…

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PAWS on CBS show Extraordinary World with Jeff Corwin

January 21, 2025

On January 18th, we were beyond excited to be featured on the new CBS show Extraordinary World with Jeff Corwin! Our episode explored our partnership with The Brady Hunter Foundation, specifically one of our recent Pet Pantry Food Distribution Events in Astoria, Queens. The episode also shone a spotlight on…

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The PAWS NY Annual Report for FY 2024

January 6, 2025

PAWS NY is pleased to share its Annual Report for the 2024 fiscal year, ending June 30, 2024. Click here [PDF] to download the PDF of the full report. From the Letter from our Executive Director and Board Chair: As we reflect on the past year, we are deeply thankful…

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Anna-Maria and Stephen Kellen Foundation Awards Grant to PAWS NY

December 9, 2024

The Anna-Maria and Stephen Kellen Foundation has awarded PAWS NY a generous $50,000 grant to support the organization’s work.   “At PAWS NY, we believe pets are family, and we work hard to help pets and their guardians stay together,” said Rachel Herman, Founder and Executive Director of PAWS NY. “This grant will help…

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Runner Spotlight: Clare

October 28, 2024

Today’s Runner Spotlight is Clare Sheedy, who will be running the 2024 NYC Marathon in November. Clare is a graduate student at Columbia University who loves animals and can’t wait to run the marathon to support PAWS NY! Read more about Clare in her Q&A below! Why did you decide…

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PAWS on the Drew Barrymore Show!

October 22, 2024

What an honor! On October 10th, our Founder/Executive Director, Rachel Herman, was named a “Drew Gooder” on The Drew Barrymore Show. When asked about how PAWS NY provides care for guardians who need support, Rachel said, “we provide physical pet care for individuals who are going through hard time. As…

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Runner Spotlight: Michelle

October 15, 2024

Today’s Runner Spotlight is Michelle Mayakis, who will be running the 2024 NYC Marathon in November. Michelle is a 2026 DVM candidate at North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine. She loves helping animals in need, and she’s extremely excited to fundraise for PAWS NY and support our mission.…

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Runner Spotlight: Glenn

September 11, 2024

Today’s Runner Spotlight is about Glenn, who will be running the 2024 NYC Marathon in November. Glenn is a veterinarian who loves to help people and animals in need, and he’s extremely excited to fundraise for PAWS NY and support our mission. Read more about Glenn in his Q&A below!…

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Runner Spotlight: Amanda L

August 13, 2024

Today’s Runner Spotlight is about another Amanda, Amanda L, who will be running the 2024 NYC Marathon in November. As someone who has always had pets and loved animals, Amanda is excited to fundraise for PAWS NY and support our mission. Read more about Amanda in her Q&A below: What is…

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Broadway Cares / Equity Fights AIDS Continues to Support PAWS NY

August 13, 2024

Broadway Cares / Equity Fights AIDS, a long-time funder of PAWS NY, has once again awarded a grant to the organization. This $7,500 gift will provide funds to help support PAWS NY’s mission of keeping people together with their pets. Thank you to Broadway Cares / Equity Fights AIDS for your continued support!

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