About United4Animals
Learn how United4Animals has grown its fundraising and partnerships to help Pennsylvania animal welfare organizations create brighter futures for animals.
Why We Exist
Many Pennsylvania shelters cannot afford professional fundraising staff.
United4Animals exists to provide development expertise, fundraising support, and strategic guidance so organizations can focus on saving animals rather than worrying about funding.
Capital Campaigns · Fundraising Strategy · Donor Development · Community Partnerships · Grant Support · Sustainable Growth
Our Mission
To strengthen Pennsylvania animal shelters and rescue organizations through professional fundraising expertise, strategic development, and community support, helping save more animals and create sustainable futures.
Core Values
Compassion: Every decision starts with what is best for the animals and the people who care for them.
Integrity: We are transparent with our donors and accountable for every dollar raised.
Community: Shelters, donors, and volunteers accomplish far more when they work together.
Innovation: We bring modern development strategy to organizations that rarely have access to it.
Our Journey
1980s — Penn State fundraising career
Linette Courtney began her fundraising career after graduating from Penn State University, later serving in the University's Office of Development.
2015 — Volunteer at Centre County PAWS
After retirement, Linette volunteered fostering cats and witnessed firsthand the funding challenges local shelters face.
2018 — Raised $1.92 Million
United4Animals launched a capital campaign that raised nearly $2 million to support Pennsylvania shelters.
2019 — Secured 10 acres for shelter
A ten-acre site was secured to give partner organizations room to grow their rescue operations.
2020 — Built a 14,500 sq ft shelter
Construction was completed on a 14,500 square foot facility designed for animal welfare programs.
2023 — Shelter debt paid in 5 years
Thanks to disciplined fundraising and community support, the shelter retired its construction debt in just five years.
2024 — Annual budget grew from $50K to $300K+
Strategic development work grew the organization’s annual operating budget sixfold.