The Haven at Skanda is a nonprofit farm animal sanctuary in Cazenovia, New York, dedicated to rescuing abused and neglected farm animals and creating life-changing experiences for children, families, and our community.

Here, animals are given the safety, compassion, and freedom to heal in their own time and in their own way — and in turn, they teach us about resilience, empathy, and unconditional love.
Through educational programs, volunteer opportunities, retreats, and youth initiatives, we create meaningful connections between people and animals that inspire healing, confidence, and possibility.

The Haven at Skanda

A Farm Animal Sanctuary & Learning Center Rooted in Love, Healing & Hope

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more about skanda

Many arrive after experiencing neglect, abuse, fear, or abandonment. At Skanda, they are given the chance to feel safe again — often for the very first time. What makes Skanda so special is that these animals don’t just heal themselves. They help people heal too.

Children, teens, families, and visitors of all ages experience powerful moments of connection with the animals that foster empathy, emotional growth, confidence, and compassion. At Skanda, healing goes both ways.

Every rescued animal at Skanda has a story.

The Haven at Skanda offers programs for children, teens, families, and adults that encourage compassion, confidence, emotional wellness, and personal growth through meaningful experiences with rescued animals and nature.

Programs include:

Youth Programs
Girl Scouts
Girls Leadership
Winter Fund Initiatives
Community Events & Educational Experiences

Programs That Inspire Healing & Connection

programs & events

Experience the peace, beauty, and love of Skanda in person.

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Help directly support the care of one of our rescued residents while forming a meaningful connection.

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Whether you’re an individual, family, group, or team, volunteers are the heart of Skanda.

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Your support helps provide food, medical care, shelter, and life-changing programs for rescued animals and children.

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Ways to Get Involved

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become a volunteer

From animal care and gardening to events and fundraising, volunteers help make everything we do possible. Whether you can give a few hours or become part of the Skanda family long-term, there’s a place for you here. We welcome individuals, families, students, teams, and groups of all ages and abilities.

Volunteers Are the Heart of Skanda

meet our residents

Meet the Animals of Skanda

Every resident at Skanda has a story worth telling.

From horses and pigs to goats, cows, and beyond, these animals remind us every day what healing, trust, and unconditional love can look like.

Coco ( Aka. Coconut)

Norna (The leader of the pack)

Sleipnir (Our shy, gentle guy)

Because of supporters like you, animals and people alike are able to experience love, hope, healing, and new beginnings.

Rescue and rehabilitation efforts

Animal food and medical care

Safe shelter and enrichment

Youth and community programs

Educational and healing experiences

Every contribution directly supports:

Your Donation Creates Immediate Impact

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Whether you donate, volunteer, sponsor an animal, or simply visit the sanctuary, you become part of something bigger: a community rooted in kindness, healing, and possibility.

Help Us Create a More Compassionate World

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