News and Press Releases

PAWS NY Releases Spanish-Language Video as Part of Maddie’s Fund Open Arms Challenge

April 18, 2023

The organization continues its outreach to Spanish-speaking New Yorkers, after releasing a webpage and printed materials in Spanish for those in need.­­­ NEW YORK, April 18, 2023 – Pets Are Wonderful Support (PAWS) NY debuted its first Spanish-language promotional video this month, building even more connections within the Spanish-speaking community in…

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Jennifer & Clover - A yellow labrador licks the face of a woman with wavy brown hair. They're outside, with the sun at their backs.

Volunteer Spotlight: Jennifer

April 10, 2023

Native New Yorker Jennifer has been volunteering with PAWS NY since October 2013. She was volunteering with another organization, Anjellicle Cats Rescue, when she heard about PAWS and decided to get involved. “I love the connection that I feel with Rosa and with Clover,” Jennifer said. “I often say that…

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Jacqueline - A woman with brown hair & glasses smiles at the camera, while holding a brown dog that is looking over her shoulder.

Volunteer Spotlight: Jacqueline

April 3, 2023

April is National Volunteer Month, and to celebrate, we’ll be sharing some Volunteer Spotlights about the amazing New Yorkers who give their time and energy to PAWS NY. First up is Jacqueline, who first heard about PAWS NY when reading an article in The New York Times about the impact…

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Image of an older man in the background, with his dog, a brown and white chihuahua in the foreground. Text says "Thank You to the Isaac H. Tuttle Fund!" with the PAWS NY logo

Isaac H. Tuttle Fund Renews Support of PAWS NY

March 24, 2023

The Isaac H. Tuttle Fund recently awarded a $25,000 grant to PAWS NY. This is the foundation’s second year supporting the organization’s Housecall Program, with a specific focus on serving people and pets in Manhattan.  “The Isaac H. Tuttle Fund has quickly become a key partner for our work in…

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A woman dressed up and holding a dog. PAWS NY Barks & Blooms Benefit, Tuesday, April 25 from 6:30-9pm at the Monarch Rooftop (71 W. 35th Street, NYC). Tickets on sale now! PAWSBENEFIT2023.givesmart.com. Join us for drinks, hor d'oeuvres, a silent auction, and more! Fur-Ever Friend Sponsor: PetPlate

PAWS NY Returns to Monarch Rooftop for 2023 Barks & Blooms Benefit to Raise Money for People and Pets in Need

March 21, 2023

This year’s Barks & Blooms fundraising event, sponsored by PetPlate, will take place on Tuesday, April 25, from 6:30-9:00pm, and tickets are now on sale. NEW YORK, NY, March 21, 2023 – Pets Are Wonderful Support (PAWS) NY is thrilled to once again host Barks & Blooms, an annual spring…

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Onny and Saree - A young woman in a gray hoodie and black sunglasses holds up a black cat in a green harness.

Runner Spotlight: Saree

March 2, 2023

Today’s Runner Spotlight is Saree, who was so inspired by the TCS NYC Marathon (and one of our PAWS NY runners!) that she signed up to run the 2023 United Airlines NYC Half! Even though Saree didn’t do so great at cross-country in middle school, she is excited to run…

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A screenshot from the Cat Health Instagram Live with PAWS NY and Dr. Hildenbrand, who is holding a black cat in this image.

Cat Health Month: Advice from a Vet

February 27, 2023

February is Cat Health Month and last week, PAWS NY hosted an Instagram Live conversation with Dr. Angela Hildenbrand from Downtown Veterinary Medical Hospitals / West Village Veterinary Hospital, one of PAWS NY’s partners, all about cat health. Watch the full video on Instagram or keep reading for some of…

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PAWS NY Named an Official Charity Partner of the 2023 TCS New York City Marathon

February 21, 2023

New York, NY, February 21, 2023—Pets Are Wonderful Support (PAWS) NY has been named an Official Charity Partner for the 2023 TCS New York City Marathon, which takes place on Sunday, November 5. PAWS NY will be among more than 550 official charity partners providing thousands of runners the opportunity…

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Runner Spotlight: Kyle

February 16, 2023

Today’s Runner Spotlight is Kyle, who is no stranger to long-distance races or PAWS NY. This Long Island resident ran the 2021 TCS New York City Marathon on Team PAWS NY and even though he already has guaranteed entry to the 2023 United Airlines NYC Half, he wanted to fundraise…

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A brown and white dog at the vet; you see the veterinarian in blue scrubs holding a stethoscope up to the dog. "Thank you to Pets for the Elderly."

Pets for the Elderly Supports PAWS NY Veterinary Care Program

February 13, 2023

Pets for the Elderly, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide companionship to senior individuals through pet ownership, recently donated $7,500 to the PAWS NY Veterinary Care Program. This first-time gift from the organization will help cover veterinary costs for PAWS NY clients and their pets.  Thank you to…

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New York Foundation for Eldercare Continues Support of PAWS NY

February 6, 2023

For the fifth year in a row, the New York Foundation for Eldercare (NYFE) has awarded PAWS NY a generous grant to support the organization’s work.  “As a foundation, NYFE’s mission is to help older adults enjoy healthier, safer, more productive and dignified lives–and the work of PAWS NY aids…

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"Thank you to the Michele and Agnese Cestone Foundation" with an image of a grey cat at the vet and a small PAWS NY logo.

Michele and Agnese Cestone Foundation Supports PAWS NY’s Veterinary Care Program

January 27, 2023

The Michele and Agnese Cestone Foundation has once again awarded PAWS NY a $5,000 grant to fund the organization’s Veterinary Care Program. With this program, PAWS NY provides a set amount of funds per pet to help cover the costs of veterinary visits throughout the year. Additionally, the organization partners…

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