American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals

American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
AbbreviationASPCA
FormationApril 10, 1866
Legal statusFoundation
PurposeHumane care for animals
HeadquartersNew York City
Coordinates40°46′48.0″N 73°56′44.5″W / 40.780000°N 73.945694°W / 40.780000; -73.945694
Region served
United States
Membership1.2 million+
Official language
English
President & CEO
Matthew E. Bershadker
Websitewww.aspca.org

The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to preventing animal cruelty. Based in New York City since its inception in 1866, the organization's mission is "to provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the United States."

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