What We Do.
Caring for Cats,
Strengthening Communities
Our Key Programs
Education Initiative
The Neighborhood Cats Network’s Education Initiative serves as the
cornerstone of our outreach and educational efforts. This
comprehensive program is thoughtfully designed to empower both
community cat caregivers and the general public with the knowledge
and tools necessary to support and manage free-roaming cat
populations in a humane and sustainable way.
At the heart of the initiative is a commitment to compassionate,
evidence-based education. We offer dynamic presentations and
interactive workshops that invite participation, spark dialogue, and
foster a deeper understanding of the issues surrounding community
cats. Whether someone is just learning about stray cat colonies or is
an experienced caregiver, the program provides accessible and
actionable information for all experience levels.
Educational materials—ranging from printed guides to digital
resources—are created to be clear, practical, and easy to implement.
Core topics include the principles and practices of TNVRM
(Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return-Manage), safe and humane trapping
techniques, daily and long-term colony care strategies, and how to
prepare for seasonal challenges such as extreme weather or kitten
season.
By promoting awareness and building hands-on skills, the
Education Initiative not only helps reduce cat overpopulation and
improve feline welfare but also strengthens community bonds.
Ultimately, it cultivates a network of informed, responsible citizens
who are better equipped to coexist with and care for community cats
—creating a healthier environment for both animals and humans.
Food Pantry
Cat Cabin Program
TNVRM in Action
Safe Haven Barn Cat Program
Journey to Forever Foster & Adoption Program
Food Pantry
Donate Canned and Dry Food
Neighborhood Cats Network’s Food Pantry program supports qualified caregivers in Western New York who are experiencing financial hardship.
This initiative provides donated canned and
dry cat food to individuals committed to feeding and caring for community cats. By reducing the cost burden, the program helps ensure these cats receive consistent, nutritious meals—essential for their health and well-being.
The program is sustained through generous donations and food drives, with wish lists available on Chewy and Amazon to make contributing easy.
Mealtime Magic!
Serving Love to Community Cats.
Host a Cat Food Drive
Cat food drives are another way you can help us stock our pantry shelves. This is a great service project for schools, churches, and community groups and organizations to undertake. Download our Cat Food Drive Guide that outlines everything you need to know to host a successful drive!
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.
These aesthetically pleasing, well-crafted cabins protect cats from harsh weather,
offering warmth and comfort throughout the year. Strategically placed feeding stations ensure steady access to food and
water, supporting their health and well-being.
Our program is dedicated to improving the lives of outdoor cats by creating
safe havens and fostering compassion within the community.
TNVRM in Action
Through our signature TNVRM in Action Program, community cats are humanely Trapped, Neutered (or Spayed), Vaccinated, and Returned to their original outdoor homes.
The final component—“M” for Manage—highlights the importance of ongoing care. This includes daily feeding, access
to proper shelter, and regular health monitoring to ensure the cats remain safe, healthy, and stable within their environment.
We offer spay/neuter and vaccination services at discounted rates or, when applicable, entirely free of charge to individual who require assistance.
Please complete our TNVRM Request Form.
Introducing the Safe Haven Barn Cat Program
At Neighborhood Cats Network, our mission has always been to help community cats thrive where they are through TNVRM (Trap Neuter Vaccinate Return Manage), daily care, and compassionate support.
We’re proud to announce our sixth program, joining TNVRM In Action, The Food Pantry, Cat Cabin, the Education Initiative, and the Journey to Forever Foster and Adoption Program.
Our newest initiative, the Safe Haven Barn Cat Program, is a last resort relocation program for feral or unsocialized cats who face immediate and ongoing threats in their current environment, whether from extreme hostility, major development projects, or loss of habitat.
Because relocation is stressful, we accept only a very small number of cases each year. Cats in the program are placed in pre-approved barns or rural properties where they are valued as working cats and receive food, shelter, and veterinary care. This is not a general placement service. It is a carefully considered last option, with every case evaluated for necessity, safety, and suitability.
At Neighborhood Cats Network, we believe every cat deserves a safe place to call home, whether that is the business park they know or a barn that becomes their sanctuary.
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. Despite our best efforts to spay and neuter every cat as quickly as possible, sometimes litters arrive before we can intervene.
When that happens, we don’t turn away. We watch closely, waiting patiently for the kittens to wean from their mother’s care. Then we carefully trap these fragile little lives and bring them into a safe and nurturing environment. Through gentle socialization, we help these kittens learn to trust humans and blossom into loving companions.
Every day, we receive calls from desperate voices—people pleading for help for tiny, helpless kittens found alone in backyards, barns, or tucked under porches. These kittens are born into hardship, but they don’t have to stay there—not if we can reach them in time.
We also come across friendly adult cats who have been abandoned and somehow find their way to us. These cats, too, are given a second chance at a safe, loving home through our program.
The Journey to Forever Foster and Adoption Program exists to give all cats—whether tiny kittens or abandoned adults—a chance at the loving homes they deserve. From the moment they are rescued, through careful care, socialization, and veterinary attention, our foster families guide them on a journey toward a forever home. Each cat’s story is one of resilience, hope, and the transformative power of compassion, and every adoption is a celebration of a new beginning.