About Us
Our Mission
Three Stooges Rescue Inc. exists to help dogs move from uncertainty to safety through two core programs:
- Closer to Furever Foster Program - Foster homes are the heartbeat of our rescue. We place dogs in safe, supportive homes where they can decompress, heal, learn routines, and show their true personalities. Fostering creates the stability dogs need and helps us make better matches for long-term success.
- Paws Make a House a Home Adoption Program - Adoption is where everything comes together. Through thoughtful screening, honest communication, and ongoing support, we help dogs and families find the right fit—so “forever” really means forever.
Our Story
Three Stooges Rescue began the way many real missions do—by stepping in to help.
Before we ever started our own rescue, we volunteered for another organization. What we witnessed wasn’t what rescue should look like: poor transparency, questionable practices, and decisions that didn’t put animals first. And it made us ask a hard question: If one rescue was operating unethically… how many others were doing the same?
That’s when we decided to create something different—something we could stand behind.
Today, we’re proud to be powered by ethics and integrity. We believe rescue should be responsible, transparent, and rooted in doing what’s right—especially when it’s hard.
And yes, our name has heart behind it, too. Our founder grew up watching The Three Stooges and always loved the comedic charm—especially Curly’s soft spot for dogs. The name felt fitting… particularly since she has three goofy, two-legged kiddos of her own who keep life busy, loud, and full of love.
Where We Serve (& why we focus local)
We serve dogs and families on Florida’s Treasure Coast—primarily Port St. Lucie and surrounding communities.
You may notice we don’t typically pull dogs from out of state. That’s intentional. Our resources—foster homes, veterinary partners, time, and funding—are limited, and our local shelters and community dogs need help every single day. Staying local allows us to:
- respond quickly when dogs are at risk nearby
- build strong relationships with local vets, fosters, and adopters
- follow up and support placements long-term
- remain accountable and transparent in every case we take
We believe responsible rescue means not overextending, not making promises we can’t keep, and never taking on more than we can ethically support.
Our 501(c)(3) Status
Three Stooges Rescue Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Donations help fund medical care, supplies, training support, and rescue operations—and are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
Join Us
Whether you adopt, foster, volunteer, or donate—you become part of a network that helps dogs feel safe again, learn trust again, and finally land where they belong.
Closer to Furever starts with people like you.
