Make a Donation ABOUT NCN About NCN Our Board Members Vinnie's Story Meet Our Community Cats The Story of Seven Cats WHAT WE DO Our Programs TNVRM Request Cabin Request Resources ADOPTIONS Meet our Adoptable Cats Adoption Event Locations Adoption Application Adoption Fee Payment Adoption Resources WAYS TO GIVE IN THE NEWS In The News Our Newsletters Testimonials HOW YOU CAN HELP How You Can Help Apply To Foster Apply To Volunteer Host a Food Drive CONTACT US Contact Us General Contact Information Neighborhood Cats Network, Inc. PO Box 263 Mendon, NY 14506 We invite you to learn more about our work and how you can get involved in our mission. Reach out to us with any questions you have. We’re here to help! 501(c)(3) Federal Tax ID on file 315.584.1374 info@neighborhoodcatsnetwork.org Adoption Questions adopt@neighborhoodcatsnetwork.org Foster Questions foster@neighborhoodcatsnetwork.org First Name Last Name Email Message Thanks for submitting! Send Photography by Rich Paprocki www.richpphoto.com

Caring for Community Cats, One Neighborhood at a Time We are a grassroots network dedicated to the welfare of stray, feral and outdoor cats through compassion, collaboration, and action. Get Involved Donate Adopt Helping Community Cats Thrive How You Can Make a Difference Each year, Neighborhood Cats Network helps protect and stabilize hundreds of community cats through humane care, prevention, and community support. Community cats live quietly among us—in neighborhoods, behind businesses, and in places most people pass by every day. Often unseen and misunderstood, these cats face hunger, harsh weather, and the constant risk of producing litter after litter with little chance of survival. Neighborhood Cats Network exists to change that. During Western New York winters, when temperatures plunge and shelter can mean the difference between life and death, our volunteers build and place insulated winter cabins for outdoor cats. These weatherproof shelters provide warmth, safety, and protection from wind, snow, and freezing rain—giving cats a secure place to rest and conserve energy when survival is hardest. When a local resident reached out after noticing cats huddled together during a brutal cold snap, we stepped in with winter cabins, spay and neuter support, and ongoing guidance. Those cats didn’t just make it through the season—they gained stability, care, and a future without endless cycles of homelessness. Stories like this happen every day, one neighborhood at a time. We are a volunteer-led nonprofit dedicated to humane, effective solutions for community cats and kittens. Through spay and neuter, caregiver support, education, winter shelter programs, and foster-to-adoption efforts, we reduce suffering, prevent overpopulation, and help friendly cats find safe, loving homes. Whether you’ve noticed outdoor cats nearby, are already caring for a colony, or simply want to help animals in your community, you’re not alone. We’re here with the knowledge, resources, and compassion to help you make a real difference—for cats and the communities they call home. Our Programs Our work is guided by five key programs that together create a compassionate, sustainable approach to community cat care: TNVRM in Action (Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return-Manage), The Cat Cabin Program, Journey to Forever Foster & Adoption Program, The Food Pantry and The Education Initiative. Click on the pictures to learn more. TNVRM In Action Through our signature TNVRM in Action Program, community cats are humanely Trapped, Neutered (or Spayed), Vaccinated, and Returned to the outdoor homesthey already know and rely on. Cat Cabin Program The Neighborhood Cats Network’s Cat Cabin Program provides community cats with safe, insulated, and weatherproof cabins along with reliable feeding stations. Journey To Forever Foster & Adoption Program At Neighborhood Cats Network, most people know us for our work helping community cats survive and thrive. But there is another side of our mission that touches our hearts deeply: the kittens born in newly discovered colonies. Food Pantry Program Neighborhood Cats Network’s Food Pantry program supports qualified caregivers in Western New York who are experiencing financial hardship, as well as the many community cat colonies directly managed by NCN. Education Initiative Program The Neighborhood Cats Network’s Education Initiative is the heart of our outreach, empowering communities to care for free-roaming cats with compassion and knowledge. Our program equips both new and experienced caregivers with practical tools to support humane, sustainable management of community cat populations. You can help cats in need Neighborhood Cats Network is a volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with decades of experience in colony management. Your donations will help us continue our innovative, life-saving outreach on behalf of neighborhood cats in our community. Make A Donation Today

You can make a difference with a donation for community cats today Your gift goes directly toward saving the lives of community cats supporting humane programs like TNVRM, caregiver assistance, and emergency care in our neighborhoods and beyond. Your support helps cats heal, stabilize, and live safer, healthier lives. Make a One Time Donation Your gift today helps transform the lives of homeless and at-risk cats and kittens in our community. By giving to Neighborhood Cats Network, you provide food, shelter, medical care, and the chance for a safer, healthier future. Every donation, no matter the size, makes an immediate and meaningful difference for the cats who need us most. Donate Now Name a Cat Cabin Your named cabin becomes a place of safety and comfort for homeless community cats, offering protection from harsh weather and a chance to survive and thrive. We create a personalized plaque for each dedication, and once your cabin is installed- usually within 2–3 weeks - we’ll email you a photo of the finished cabin in place. Read More Make A Donation in Memory or Gift in Honor Honor a life, celebrate a love, or mark a special milestone with a tribute gift to Neighborhood Cats Network. A tribute donation is a heartfelt way to give in honor or memory of someone special—person or pet—or to celebrate an anniversary, wedding, birthday, or other joyful occasion. Learn More Support our Cat Food Wish Lists Caring for community cats starts with kindness and is sustained by reliable, nourishing meals. Every day, Neighborhood Cats Network caregivers head out in all kinds of weather to make sure cats who have no one else are fed, healthy, and safe. By donating cat food directly through our Chewy and Amazon wish lists, you’re helping make that possible in the most immediate, tangible way. Learn More Let your legacy carry forward Donate Through the United Way When you give through your workplace United Way campaign, you have the power to change the lives of vulnerable cats and kittens in our community. By designating Neighborhood Cats Network as your charity of choice, your gift directly supports lifesaving care, protection, and second chances for cats who need us most. Make A Planned Gift Your Generosity. Their Future Planned giving is a meaningful way to ensure your compassion for cats lives on well into the future. By including Neighborhood Cats Network in your estate plans, such as through a bequest or beneficiary designation or other legacy gift, you help provide lasting care, safety, and second chances for cats and kittens in need. Your legacy gift strengthens NCN’s mission and ensures that generations of vulnerable cats will continue to receive lifesaving support. Start A Conversation Tax Smart Giving There are many meaningful ways to support Neighborhood Cats Network beyond a traditional cash donation. Options like Qualified Charitable Distributions, Donor-Advised Funds, and gifts of appreciated stock allow you to make a powerful impact for community cats while potentially offering financial or tax advantages for you. These thoughtful giving options can help your generosity go further and support life-saving care, spay/neuter services, and safe shelter for cats and kittens in our community. Learn More Corporate and Community Giving Corporate and community partners play a vital role in helping Neighborhood Cats Network save lives. By working together, businesses, schools, and local organizations can make a meaningful impact on cats and kittens in need - while strengthening their connection to the community they serve. For more information, please email info@neighborhoodcatsnetwork.org or call/text (315) 584-1374 Learn More

IN THE NEWS Neighborhood Cats Network Featured on News 10 NBC On Christmas morning — just like every day of the year — we were out feeding and caring for our community cats. Neighborhood Cats Network works 365 days a year to provide food, warm shelter, and TNR care to cats who depend on us, even in freezing temperatures. We’re grateful to Kristi Blake and the News 10 NBC team for documenting our story and helping shine a light on the importance of caring for community cats. To read the full story and watch the video click here . Neighborhood Cats Network Featured in Democrat and Chronicle Article We are pleased to share that Neighborhood Cats Network was recently featured in the Democrat and Chronicle in an article published on March 17, 2025. Titled “How the Neighborhood Cats Network is Helping WNY’s ‘Forgotten Felines’,” the piece has received overwhelming attention from community members and animal advocates alike. We are grateful to the D&C for shining a spotlight on our mission and the vital work being done. Thank you to everyone who continues to support our efforts—together, we’re making a difference. To read the full article, please click here .

Meet Our Adoptable Cats Finding Forever: Adopt a Cat, Change a Life Open your heart—and your home—to a cat or kitten in need of a forever family. Every adoption gives a deserving cat a second chance at safety, stability, and love. At Neighborhood Cats Network, we believe every adoption should be the beginning of a lifelong bond. Our simple, caring adoption process is designed to thoughtfully match rescued cats with loving homes, putting the well-being of both our cats and adopters first. Prospective adopters begin by completing an adoption application, followed by a brief interview to ensure the best possible fit for both the cat and the household. Once approved, a meet-and-greet is arranged, giving families the opportunity to connect with their future feline companion. All cats are spayed or neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and vet-checked prior to adoption. Our goal is to create lasting relationships and ensure every cat finds a safe, nurturing environment where they can truly thrive. The Process Learn more about our adoption process and meet the wonderful cats and kittens currently waiting for the loving forever homes they deserve. Apply to Adopt Ready to begin the adoption process? Click the link below to complete the adoption application . Apply to Adopt Meet Our Available Cats Back

Who We Are Neighborhood Cats Network is a passionate, all-volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of homeless community cats across Western New York, with a focus on Monroe and Ontario Counties. Our work is guided by five key programs that together create a compassionate, sustainable approach to community cat care. Through TNVRM in Action (Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return-Manage), we humanely reduce stray cat populations by preventing reproduction while ensuring cats receive essential veterinary care and ongoing colony management. Our Journey to Forever Foster and Adoption Program provides a lifesaving path for kittens and socialized cats who can thrive indoors, placing them into loving foster homes and guiding them toward permanent families. Our Cat Cabin Program supplies insulated winter shelters and secure feeding stations to keep cats safe and warm through harsh weather. The Food Pantry Program supports dedicated caregivers with vital food resources, ensuring cats receive consistent, reliable nutrition. Finally, our Education Initiative empowers caregivers and the public with the knowledge and tools needed to care for community cats responsibly and effectively. From building cabins to strengthening community partnerships, we’re not just helping cats - we’re leading a compassionate revolution in how they are cared for. We believe every cat deserves to be healthy, warm, and valued, even in the harshest winters, and that every community has the power to be part of the solution. Become part of the solution When you adopt, donate, volunteer, foster, or use your voice for community cats, you provide lifesaving care, humane solutions, and hope for cats who would otherwise be forgotten. Together, we can change their future—one cat, one action at a time. See How You Can Help

Kati Ozminkowski Director Data Management Kati Ozminkowski is a Finance Director at a local software company. She lives with her husband Jeff and their many pets. Kati has loved cats and dogs her entire life and currently lives with her 3 cats Bean, Ivy, Junie, and her golden retriever, Jake. Back

Meet Our Board Members Dedication. Expertise. Passion. Neighborhood Cats Network is guided by a dedicated volunteer Board of Directors whose compassion and experience ensure responsible governance and support lifesaving programs for cats and kittens in our community. President Marlies Sullivan Treasurer Jean Bidlack Secretary Mary Delton Director Data Management Kati Ozminkowski Director Feline Health & Foster Programs Meg Corbett Director Marketing & Engagement Dayna Corbett

Dayna Corbett Director Marketing & Engagement Dayna is a lifelong animal advocate whose heart has always belonged to cats. From an early age, she found comfort, joy, and purpose in caring for animals in need, a passion that has only grown stronger over time. Professionally, Dayna brings a strong foundation in operations leadership, community support, and crisis-response work, shaped by her background in law enforcement and her extensive experience managing complex logistics and customer relationships. Her ability to stay organized, communicate clearly, and respond with empathy translates naturally into her rescue work, where thoughtful action can make all the difference for a cat in need. Today, Dayna combines her deep love for cats with a commitment to community wellness by supporting rescue efforts, helping vulnerable cats find safety, and providing compassionate care to those who need it most. Whether coordinating adoption events, supporting fosters, or championing educational outreach, she believes every cat deserves respect, understanding, and a chance at a healthy, happy life. Grounded in service, compassion, and the belief that small acts create big change, Dayna is dedicated to making a meaningful impact for cats and the communities they live in. Back

Our Programs Our work is guided by five key programs that together create a compassionate, sustainable approach to community cat care: TNVRM in Action (Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return-Manage), The Cat Cabin Program, Journey to Forever Foster & Adoption Program, The Food Pantry and The Education Initiative. Click on the pictures to learn more. TNVRM In Action Through our signature TNVRM in Action Program, community cats are humanely Trapped, Neutered (or Spayed), Vaccinated, and Returned to the outdoor homes they already know and rely on. Cat Cabin Program The Neighborhood Cats Network’s Cat Cabin Program provides community cats with safe, insulated, and weatherproof cabins along with reliable feeding stations. Journey To Forever Foster & Adoption Program At Neighborhood Cats Network, most people know us for our work helping community cats survive and thrive. But there is another side of our mission that touches our hearts deeply: the kittens born in newly discovered colonies. Food Pantry Program Neighborhood Cats Network’s Food Pantry program supports qualified caregivers in Western New York who are experiencing financial hardship, as well as the many community cat colonies directly managed by NCN. Education Initiative Program The Neighborhood Cats Network’s Education Initiative is the heart of our outreach, empowering communities to care for free-roaming cats with compassion and knowledge. Our program equips both new and experienced caregivers with practical tools to support humane, sustainable management of community cat populations.

Meet Some of Our Distinguished Residents At Neighborhood Cats Network (NCN), we’re not just feeding cats—we’re running tiny outdoor empires. Across our community, dozens of colonies thrive in places most humans barely notice: behind strip malls, tucked into quiet wooded corners, in business parks, and behind businesses where humans rarely wander. Thanks to our heroic volunteers, these cats get daily meals, cozy winterized shelters, and careful monitoring, but don’t expect snuggles. Most are fiercely independent, and have zero interest in indoor life. Each colony has its own vibe, reflected not just in the names we give them, but in the personalities of their residents. Some cats are divas, demanding attention (and snacks) on their own schedule. Others act as security guards, patrolling rooftops, parking lots, and alleyways with stern tail flicks and watchful eyes. Lazy loungers dominate the sunny spots, perfecting the art of napping. Mischief-makers plot minor chaos and surprise pounces, while philosophers sit quietly, contemplating life—or the next meal. Social butterflies tail-flick and communicate local gossip, keeping everyone in the know. Some of our favorite colonies include The Whiskered Woodlands, Pinecone Paws Preserve, Maple Meadows Cats, Corporate Kitty Campus, Nine to Feline Plaza, and Meow Manor… and many more. Each is a little kingdom where cats are in charge, humans are tolerated, and snacks are mandatory. All colonies operate with property-owner permission, letting us install secure feeding stations and winterized cat cabins. Every cat is spayed or neutered, fully vaccinated, named, and monitored—basically, we handle the adulting so they can focus on running their domains and perfecting the art of looking majestic while ignoring you. And now, we’re excited to introduce some of the cats themselves—feral, funny, and full of personality—so you can meet the true rulers of these little empires. Simon Chief Commander of the Abandoned Tire - Chief C.A.T! Read More Daphne Vice President Elegance and Majesty Read More Riley Executive Director Spotlight Management Read More Marilyn Chief Executive Officer & Guardian of Order Read More Rosie Chief Welcome & Ankle Inspection Officer Read More Piper Ambassador of the Tipped Ear Read More Horton Director of Security and Surveillance Read More Ben Senior Director of New Cat Orientation & TNVRM Affairs Read More

Jean Bidlack Treasurer Dr. Jean Bidlack is Professor and Associate Chair of the Department of Pharmacology and Physiology at the University of Rochester, School of Medicine and Dentistry. Her biomedical research focuses on medications development for treating drug abuse. Jean has held leadership roles in non-profit scientific societies. In 2004-2005, Jean was President of the Society on NeuroImmune Pharmacology, Inc. From 2004 to 2012, she was Treasurer of the International Narcotics Research Conference, Inc. Jean is a lifetime cat owner and treasures helping all cats. She is a former Treasurer at Pet Pride of New York, Inc. Jean and her husband, Carl, are proud parents of Tux, a brilliant and friendly tuxedo cat. Back