Jay, do a search on Pit Bull rescue, often a breed rescue can work with the dog where a shelter won't. YOU might also look under the rescue forum on this site, there may be a rescue listed for your area.
Actually, here are some organizations you might check into
http://www.outofthepits.org/
http://www.bull911.com/pitbullrescue.php
http://www.spbr.org/
http://www.meetup.com/NYC-Pitbull/
Actually, here are some organizations you might check into
http://www.outofthepits.org/
http://www.bull911.com/pitbullrescue.php
http://www.spbr.org/
http://www.meetup.com/NYC-Pitbull/