Causes: Animal Protection & Welfare, Animals

Mission: Strays & Others, Inc. is a volunteer-run, 501(c)3, Fairfield County based, nonprofit organization dedicated to the rescue and responsible placement of homeless and unwanted animals. Founded in 1985, the organization provides both refuge and sanctuary for nearly 50 animals at any given time; offers medical care, spaying and neutering, good nutrition in nurturing environments; and has placed nearly 5,000 animals into loving, permanent homes. The main focus is on dogs and cats, although the group has been known to help a wide variety of animals in need including: domestic birds, waterfowl, assorted wildlife, and three horses in need! Strays & Others is also known for its unusually high success rate in matching each animal with the best suitable home - 96% stay in their adoptive homes forever! The group is currently seeking foster homes, volunteers, direct animal care, fundraising, marketing and creative input!

Target demographics: homeless and abandoned animals

Direct beneficiaries per year: more than 100 animals including cats, dogs, wildlife and one horse!

Geographic areas served: the Fairfield County area of Connecticut and bordering Westchester County, NY

Programs: Adoptions, Low Cost Spay/Neutering, Senior Support, Humane Education, Emergency Rescue and a Sanctuary Program.