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Saving Cats Who Have Nowhere Else to Go

Our Mission

We focus on the cats who fall through the cracks—the abandoned, overlooked, and at-risk cats who are too often out of options. When shelters are full or a cat has nowhere to go, we step in.

Our rescue provides medical care, safe foster space, and a real chance at adoption. We work hands-on in our community, supporting TNR efforts, educating neighbors, and building a local network that believes every cat deserves a chance to live and be loved.

Rescued kitten sleeping peacefully.

Our Story

It began in our RV park, where the number of community cats grew larger every month—sick, hungry, injured, and with no support system in place. No one was coming to help them.

We started with Trap-Neuter-Return to stop the suffering and prevent more kittens from being born into hardship. But soon we were taking in the cats who needed more than TNR—bottle babies, injured cats, scared cats, cats who simply wouldn’t survive outside.

We paid for food and vet bills ourselves because the alternative for many of these cats was euthanasia in an overwhelmed shelter. We couldn’t accept that.

Now, as we expand into a full rescue organization, our purpose is clear: to make sure these cats are not forgotten. Every life matters. We are here to give them their chance.

Our Team

Lisa Balthis

Co-Founder

Manages adoptions and care for cats in foster.

Matthew Balthis

Co-Founder

Oversees logistics, intake, and community outreach.

Community Collaboration

We are so grateful for the help and support from these incredible local organizations. We couldn't do this work without them.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join our team of volunteers or make a donation to support our mission.