News and Press Releases

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Runner Spotlight: Nicole

September 2, 2022

Introducing Nicole, another one of the amazing individuals running the 2022 TCS New York City Marathon on our behalf on November 6! After supporting PAWS NY as a volunteer and realizing the impact it has on the NYC community, Nicole wanted to expand her support a bit more, so she…

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September Pet-Friendly Events in NYC

August 29, 2022

We can’t believe September is almost here! If you’re looking for fun pet-friendly events to attend this fall, check out some of the NYC-based events and activities below. Plus, you can always sign up for an upcoming Virtual Volunteer Orientation to get involved with PAWS NY this year too! Must…

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Runner Spotlight: Bri

August 16, 2022

Running the NYC Marathon is a true feat, so we’re excited to give a shoutout to Bri, who is running this year’s TCS New York City Marathon with her husband Peter! From Fillmore, California, Bri ran her first half marathon in 2007 and she has been hooked on running ever…

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Runner Spotlight: Devery

August 11, 2022

Devery will be traveling from Denver, Colorado, to run the 2022 TCS New York City Marathon on behalf of PAWS NY. She wanted to challenge herself with a full marathon, and NYC will be the perfect time & place for her to do so! Working in the pet industry, Devery…

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A woman with dark hair and sunglasses stands in front of a balloon archway with her dog, a black lab mix. She is wearing a white tank top and black shorts, while the dog has a yellow harness.

Runner Spotlight: Shay

August 2, 2022

PAWS NY is excited to once again have a team running in the TCS New York City Marathon this year—and we want to introduce you to our fabulous runners. First up is Shay from Brooklyn, who is excited to fundraise and run on behalf of PAWS NY in the 2022…

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Looking for Pet-Friendly Events in NYC?

August 1, 2022

Whether you want to laugh with your dog, buy some pet products, or help animals in need, we have several pet-friendly events to share with you all today!  Learn more about these events below! Must Love Dogs & ComedyBoris & Horton in ManhattanFriday, August 5, 7-9pm Suggested Donation: $20 Would…

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Staff Shoutout: Dalilah Gonzalez

July 18, 2022

PAWS NY is excited to welcome Dalilah as our Community Outreach Intern for the summer! Originally from Upper Manhattan, Dalilah is a college student studying psychology and she will be helping with all areas of communication and community outreach this summer, including social media, partner events, and more! Learn more…

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The PAWS NY 2022 Annual Spring Benefit Raises $60,500 with Support from Community and Dedicated Volunteers

May 25, 2022

130 People Came Together at the Monarch Rooftop to Raise Funds and Awareness for People and Pets in Need NEW YORK, NY, May 25, 2022 – Pets Are Wonderful Support (PAWS) NY was thrilled to host the organization’s first in-person event since 2019, with its Spring Benefit fundraiser on Monday, May 23.…

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PAWS NY and Rachel Herman on PIX11 News

May 11, 2022

Rachel Herman, the Founder and Executive Director of PAWS NY, was interviewed on PIX11 News at 4pm on Monday, May 9, 2022, to discuss the organization’s work and its upcoming fundraiser. Watch the full interview below. Thanks to Kori Chambers, Arrianee LeBeau, and the PIX11 team for featuring PAWS NY!

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The Lily Auchincloss Foundation Awards Grant to PAWS NY

April 29, 2022

The Lily Auchincloss Foundation, whose mission is to increase the quality of life in New York City, recently awarded PAWS NY a $15,000 grant for its Housecall Program. As PAWS NY continues to expand services in all five boroughs of NYC, these funds will help the organization offer volunteer training…

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Staff Shoutout: Victoria

April 26, 2022

Get to know the newest member of PAWS NY: Victoria! Victoria joins the staff as our new Program Manager, who will be connecting with clients all over NYC and helping them get the support they need. As our Bilingual Program Manager, she will also be supporting all of our Spanish-speaking…

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Volunteer Spotlight: Alexis (Chung Ah)

April 22, 2022

Alexis (Chung Ah) first got involved with PAWS NY about a year ago, as she missed interacting with pets while in college and law school. Originally from Seoul, South Korea, she grew up with pets and her dad even started a pet food business, so volunteering with animals was an…

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