The Mayor's Office of Animal Welfare Newsletter - March 2025

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Mayor's Office of Animal Welfare

MARCH 20 WEBINAR:
THE COMPANION ANIMAL CARE STANDARDS ACT - IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR NYC SHELTERS AND RESCUES

Join the New York City Mayor's Office of Animal Welfare and the New York State Animal Protection Federation (NYSAPF) for a presentation on the Companion Animal Care Standards Act, which takes effect on December 15, 2025. The Act applies to all animal shelters and rescue groups in New York, including those that are foster-based. 

NYSAPF Executive Director Libby Post will review the requirements organizations will need to meet, as well as share information on grants available from the New York State Companion Animal Capital Fund.

The Companion Animal Care Standards Act: Important Information for NYC Shelters and Rescues

Thursday, March 20
7 – 8 pm 
Please register here.


MARCH 22: LEARN ALL ABOUT FOSTERING A CAT OR DOG!

Image of a dog and cat with details about ACC's March 22 foster orientationsIf you're not in a position to adopt but are interested in caring for a companion animal temporarily (could be just a few weeks!) consider fostering. You'll get to hang out with a fun friend for a bit, while making a big difference for animals. Animal Care Centers of NYC (ACC) is holding online cat and dog foster orientations on March 22. Sign up here!

 


APPLY BY MARCH 16: NYC SERVICE AMERICORPS PROGRAM

The NYC Service AmeriCorps Program places dedicated service members with nonprofits to serve full-time for 10 months (Sept. 2025-June 2026) to build capacity in volunteer management, community outreach and engagement, and/or program development.  By hosting an AmeriCorps member, partner sites can help energize their mission, enhance programs, and strengthen community partnerships, all while cultivating and mentoring emerging talent at a low cost.

 

Graphic announcing that the AmeriCorps 2025-2026 Host Site Application is open. Contact number: 212-788-3209.

NYC Service invites interested nonprofits to learn more and apply via their website. For any questions, please reach out to Erika, the Partnership Coordinator, at servicerecruitment@cityhall.nyc.gov.

 

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The Mayor's Office of Animal Welfare, housed within the Mayor's Community Affairs Unit, has the power to advise and assist the Mayor in the coordination and cooperation among City agencies that are involved in animal welfare administration, regulation, management or programs, and is the City's liaison regarding animal welfare needs and concerns. Contact Us. Received this newsletter from a friend? Sign up here .

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