National Nonprofit Day 2024

National Nonprofit Day is on August 17, and we are asking for your donations to help us reach our goal of raising $5,000 to support our awesome shelter cats!

Cat Care Society (CCS) is a safe and enriching place for all cats on their journey to a loving home.

CCS is a private, non-profit cat shelter founded in 1981 to improve the quality of life for cats in need in the Denver metro area. Our unique approach views all cats as worthy, regardless of their age or abilities. Our shelter is free-roaming, meaning cages are only used when medically necessary; our cats enjoy plenty of space to roam, play and lounge. We even have outdoor catios they use when weather permits!

We are non-discriminatory in our love for cats and take in many cats who may not have a chance anywhere else. This includes cats that have tested positive for FIV or FeLV, or have been diagnosed with chronic health conditions such as diabetes or kidney disease. We pride ourselves in going the extra mile to provide life-saving medical care, finding these cats loving homes and educating owners on the care requirements for cats with special needs.

As a limited-admission shelter, we only accept new cats as quickly as our current cats can find homes and only if we have the space and resources to properly care for them. This means that we aim to take in as many cats as we can, but often have a waiting list. Veterinary care, premium diet and human interaction are lovingly provided for all.

As we receive no government funding, Cat Care Society is supported by a number of loyal volunteers, donors and partners, without whom we could not operate. Our staff and board of directors work together to ensure that every cat receives an enriching environment and the opportunity to find a home where they can flourish.

2023 Shelter Statistics

In 2023, CCS achieved the most number of adoptions yet to date by placing 1,098 cats into loving homes. The number of intakes also increased in 2023, with the shelter accepting 1,244 cats into its care. In comparison, in 2022, CCS took in 860 cats and adopted 750 of them into loving homes.

• Cats and kittens taken in: 1,244
• Cats in foster: 567 (339 kittens)
• Adopted: 1,098
• Returned to owner: 54
• Average length of stay: 45 days
• Spays/neuters performed: 569
• Dental surgeries performed: 173
• Chronic medical conditions diagnosed and/or treated: 100+
• Number of foster homes: 201
• Volunteer hours: 1,904
• Number of volunteers: Over 100

How does your generosity help?

• $2,500 pays for specialty veterinary care and services for special needs cats
• $1,000 pays for five cats to receive dental care and treatment
• $500 pays for 10 spay and 20 neuter surgeries
• $250 pays for a month’s worth of food and care for 25 kittens
• $100 buys a week of litter for shelter cats

As you can see, more cats than ever need our help, and we’re doing all we can to step up to the plate. Your support makes this work possible.

On behalf of the cats, thank you for making a donation to CCS on National Nonprofit Day!

EC Michaels
Executive Director

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