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Meet Sherry DeGenova, our Badass Woman of the Week and the lifesaving force behind Kenway’s Cause.
Sherry DeGenova has dedicated her life to saving animals as the president and founder of Kenway’s Cause, a nonprofit organization devoted to animal welfare in Hartford, Connecticut. Since its founding in 2011, Kenway’s Cause has been a beacon of hope for injured and abandoned animals, stepping in with life-saving medical care when no other options exist.
Changing Lives, One Animal at a Time
Before Kenway’s Cause, injured strays in Hartford often faced euthanasia due to the lack of immediate medical care. Today, Sherry and her team provide emergency surgeries, x-rays, ultrasounds, and other treatments, giving countless animals a second chance at life.
Their work extends to helping adoptive families and rescue organizations, offering financial assistance for medical conditions or behavioral challenges in animals from the Hartford Animal Shelter. They also tackle Hartford’s stray cat population through TNR (trap-neuter-release) programs, finding homes for friendly cats while humanely managing feral colonies.
Kenway’s Cause also supports Hartford pet owners in need, providing supplies, vaccinations, spaying/neutering, and medical aid to ensure pets stay healthy and loved.
The Heartbreaking Story That Started It All
The inspiration for Kenway’s Cause came from a tragedy that changed Sherry’s life. In 2011, she was called to a scene near railroad tracks where she found a neglected, emaciated dog in a garbage bag, barely alive. Sherry named him Kenway, meaning Brave Warrior. Despite her efforts, Kenway didn’t survive, but his courage inspired Sherry to create a lasting legacy in his honor.
Since then, Kenway’s Cause has saved countless lives, ensuring no animal faces the same fate as Kenway.
How You Can Help
Kenway’s legacy lives on through Sherry’s tireless efforts and the dedication of her team. To learn more or support their incredible work, visit kenwayscause.org. And if you'd like to adopt, Sherry asks that you please check the City of Hartford Animal Shelter for current urgent dogs in need of homes.
🎧 Listen to Sherry’s interview with Christine and Salt below to hear more about her journey and the mission of Kenway’s Cause!