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Thousands of small groups do what they can for cats without the benefit of a shelter building, and many of these organizations are excellent sources for pets. Made up of dedicated volunteers, these groups rescue and tame feral cats, hand-raise motherless kittens, find homes for cats and kittens who need them, and raise money to help spay and neuter the pets of people who can’t afford the cost themselves, such as seniors on fixed incomes.

These groups fill a vital need. Some specialize in hard-to-place animals that a shelter may not even allow to be put up for adoption. By fostering cats in their homes, these grass-roots volunteers give hope to animals who are considered by some organizations to be too old, too young, too wild, or too disabled to be adoptable. With love and patience, many of these animals can turn around and become fine pets for people who understand their special needs.

Adopting a cat or kitten from a grass-roots community group is a wonderful way to reward these hard-working volunteers for selfless efforts on behalf of cats. It’s worth the effort to seek out one of these groups when it’s time to adopt a cat or kitten. Who knows? You may even decide to volunteer yourself!