The Institute for Animal Happiness
Rhinebeck, NY
Last verified Aug 6, 2026
Mission
GFAS lists The Institute for Animal Happiness as a verified sanctuary in Rhinebeck, NY. Its GFAS profile identifies care for Farm Animals.
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About this sanctuary
Verified profile information attributed to the linked sources.
The Institute for Animal Happiness is a grassroots animal rescue, sanctuary and vegan advocacy organization located in Rhinebeck, NY. IFAH’s primary expertise and daily devotion is the care of disabled farmed birds – providing innovative care options and engaging in consistent, creative advocacy. IFAH is also dedicated to making change through our vegan-focused programs and events, such as our free vegan food program, The Happy Cart (now in its 6th year) which has fed thousands of free meals to Hudson Valley residents. By increasing community access, IFAH helps the public connect critical dots about systems of oppression that harm both humans and nonhumans, illuminating the ethics of Animal Liberation as they intersect with broader social justice movements for change, and broadening our impact.
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Visit & support
Official contact details and currently published ways to engage.
Public contact restrictions
Policy not published
Published contact details are not permission to visit or handle animals. Confirm access rules with the sanctuary before arranging any visit.
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Available activities
Phone: (917) 476-5125
Source 1: official_sanctuary_website · fetched Aug 6, 2026 · Phone number published on the sanctuary's official website.
Accreditation
Accredited date: Mar 31, 2026
Roster source: Official listing · fetched Aug 6, 2026
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