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Devoted to the rescue, care and adoption of stray, feral and abandoned cats

About Community Cats Coalition

Community Cats Coalition was formed in 2001 by a group of dedicated caring volunteers who have devoted their time, expertise and own finances to help stray, feral and abandoned cats.

We are dedicated to representing, unifying, educating and providing help to hundreds of residents of Worcester County who call us every day regarding stray cats and kittens on their farms and in their neighborhoods.

We are a “coalition” of animal control agencies, vets, rescue groups & adoption guarantee organizations working together to increase awareness through education of the public to the benefits of trap/neuter/return & to end the killing of healthy & treatable shelter cats countrywide. As a result,  a “No Kill Nation” will only be achieved when shelters and animal control agencies fully & comprehensively implement the program & services of the “No Kill Nation” equation.  But when shelter directors & heads of animal control agencies refuse to do so willingly, we must force them to do so, or force them aside.

    • About Community Cats Coalition

    Our Mission is to save the lives of homeless cats by providing access to low cost spay/neuter surgery in a safe and humane environment, collaborating with others and mentoring like-minded organizations to increase spay/neuter in their regions.

    Our Vision is a community in which people value the lives of cats and ensure they are healthy and safe, cared for, & have access to food, water, shelter and medical treatment.

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    Our Core Philosophies

    The nine points set forth below represent our core philosophies and drive the programs of CCC:

    1. Right to Life

    Every feral cat and kitten deserves humane treatment, care, and the chance to live safely.

    2. Humane Population Control

    We provide long-term care for adult cats through Trap/Neuter/Return (TNR), the most effective and humane method to manage feral cat populations.

    3. Safe Relocation

    Adult cats in unsafe or unavailable home sites are relocated to secure environments or sanctuaries where they can live safely and thrive.

    4. Kitten Adoption

    Kittens are rescued from their colonies and placed in loving adoptive homes, giving them a safe start and a chance to thrive.

    5. Colony Care

    We provide ongoing support for feral cat colonies, ensuring reliable food, medical care, and stability, which keeps the cats healthier and benefits the entire community.

    6. TNR Programs

    Trap/Neuter/Return (TNR) is the most effective long-term solution for controlling community cat populations while allowing cats to live safely in their home territories.

    7. Community Education

    Education is essential to creating healthier communities and fostering understanding about humane cat care and coexistence.

    8. Collective Solutions

    Addressing community cat challenges requires collaboration—when everyone works together, we can create meaningful, lasting solutions.

    9. Shared Responsibility

    Protecting animals in need is a responsibility we all share; every action, big or small, helps prevent suffering and saves lives.

    Our Core Philosophies

    The nine points set forth below represent our core philosophies and drive the programs of CCC:

    Right to Life

    Every feral cat and kitten deserves humane treatment, care, and the chance to live safely.

    Humane Population Control

    We provide long-term care for adult cats through Trap/Neuter/Return (TNR), the most effective and humane method to manage feral cat populations.

    Safe Relocation

    Adult cats in unsafe or unavailable home sites are relocated to secure environments or sanctuaries where they can live safely and thrive.

    Kitten Adoption

    Kittens are rescued from their colonies and placed in loving adoptive homes, giving them a safe start and a chance to thrive.

    Colony Care

    We provide ongoing support for feral cat colonies, ensuring reliable food, medical care, and stability, which keeps the cats healthier and benefits the entire community.

    TNR Programs

    Trap/Neuter/Return (TNR) is the most effective long-term solution for controlling community cat populations while allowing cats to live safely in their home territories.

    Community Education

    Education is essential to creating healthier communities and fostering understanding about humane cat care and coexistence.

    Collective Solutions

    Addressing community cat challenges requires collaboration—when everyone works together, we can create meaningful, lasting solutions.

    Shared Responsibility

    Protecting animals in need is a responsibility we all share; every action, big or small, helps prevent suffering and saves lives.

    Gordon Vela
    founder
    Tanya Kiger
    co-founder
    Winston Jenkins
    Manager
    Jayne Cupps
    Expert

    Community Cats Coalition’s Guiding Principles:

    • Belief in the humane treatment for all animals
    • It is OK for community cats to live outside with managed care
    • Solving the community cat problem requires a community effort
    • Community cats should be afforded the same legal protection as companion pets
    • Collaboration leads to better decision making and more efficient problem solving