Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS)
Noelle Patterson is an experienced communications professional specializing in the animal rescue sector. Currently serving as the Assistant Director of Communications at Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS) since March 2023, Noelle previously held the role of Director of Communications at Shelter Animals Count, where responsibilities included developing targeted communications and managing social media strategies. Noelle's extensive background includes positions such as Events Manager and Community Outreach Coordinator, showcasing a strong ability to manage events, cultivate community relationships, and optimize marketing efforts. Educationally, Noelle holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Public Relations from Messiah University.
Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS)
The Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS) is the largest companion animal shelter in Maryland and the only open-admission shelter in Baltimore City. BARCS takes in more than 10,000 animals yearly—including dogs, cats, small companion animals, wildlife, farm animals and exotics. BARCS serves as a resource to the community for citizens and their animals in need. In just a few years, BARCS significantly increased the number of animals saved from 2% in 2005 (under Animal Control) to over 90% dogs and cats saved in 2019. The shelter’s services include: providing housing and lifesaving care to homeless animals, public education and outreach, tracking lost and found pets, offering low cost vaccinations and microchip clinics, pet licensing, and the Trap, Neuter and Return (TNR) of community cats. In addition to the aforementioned services, BARCS provides families and individuals the opportunity to adopt loving companion animals and save lives. As Maryland’s largest open admission shelter, BARCS does not turn away any animal in need of shelter, food and a loving touch. BARCS grants refuge to every abandoned, neglected, abused, lost or surrendered animal that comes through our door.