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An Unwavering Champion
for Animals in Need

For 125 years, The Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) has responded to the needs of animals and the people who care about them. In fact, we are often the first to respond.

With over 1,200 dedicated volunteers and 100 staff members, ARL lends unwavering support to local animals, families, and neighborhoods. We provide outstanding veterinary care, adoption, and field services. We also confront the root causes of animal cruelty and neglect through special police investigation and advocacy aimed at strengthening the laws that protect animals.

Since 1899, ARL has helped over 6.2 million animals in need!

Today, we increasingly focus on prevention and the impact we can have on more animals; keeping them out of shelters and in the communities where they belong. This ambitious call to action is reflected in our vision for the future.

ARL does not receive government grants or public funding and relies on the generosity of our supporters to help animals in need. We ask all those who share our goals to reaffirm a commitment to the future we all hope to achieve. Together, we can make it happen!

Learn about ARL's 125 Year History
125-Year Timeline
2023 Impact report
2023 Gratitude Report
Programs & Resources
BBJ Giving Guide
Guidestar profile
See ARL's vision for the future
Shop ARL apparel

Awards

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Charity Navigator four stars badge

Petsmart Charities Grantee

PetcoLove logo

2024 Neighborhood faves digital sticker

Great Nonprofits Seals

Leadership

Dr. Edward Schettino

President & CEO
Edward Schettino, DVM, PhD, CAWA

Dr. Doyle sitting outside with a small puppy

Senior Vice President of Animal Welfare and Veterinary Services
Erin Doyle, DVM, DABVP

Cheryl Traversi

Vice President of
Animal Welfare
Cheryl Traversi

Karen Williams

Vice President of
Finance & Accounting

Karen Williams

Jackie Smith holding a kitten

Vice President of Development
Jackie Smith

Board of Directors

A woman smiling, holding a large cat

Heather Ridill
Chair

 

Rod Macdonald

Rod Macdonald
Vice Chair

Renee Knilans

Renee Knilans
Treasurer

Bill Whelan

William Whelan
Secretary

Dr. Cynthia Kettyle

Dr. Cynthia Kettyle

Alisa Plazonja

Alisa Plazonja

José Rodríguez-Villalobos

José Rodríguez-Villalobos

NadinePellegrini

Nadine Pellegrini, Esq.

Ackerman Roger

Roger Ackerman

Edward Bradstreet

Edward Bradstreet

Laura L’Abbe

Laura L’Abbe

 

David McGrath with his dog

Dr. David McGrath

Dr. Stephen Spiegelberg

Dr. Stephen Spiegelberg


Emeritus Directors


Malcolm McDonald
Chair Emeritus

Quentin Faulkner
Emeritus Director

Judy Gregg
Emeritus Director