I believe volunteerism is compassion transformed into action. My mother was a gentle and dependable hero. Her kindness added up over a lifetime to create an enduring legacy that inspires me daily.

 

Geri was a valued volunteer at a no-kill shelter in her community for many years. She answered the phone, helped at fundraising events, and fostered cats, kittens, and dogs. When Geri saw a feline family eating out of the garbage dumpster at the local mall, she established a feeding station, borrowed humane traps, had the adults altered and found foster care for the kittens. 

 

My own rescue journey began with fostering kittens for the local humane society in my very first apartment. I moved onto trap/neuter/return of feral cats and socializing kittens after learning about the sad plight of community cats. I was also a professional cat sitter in Seattle for over 20 years.

 

Realizing our dream of having a sanctuary for rescued cats isn’t the end of our story. While rescue is crucial to saving lives, changing the landscape for cats is twofold. Only spay and neuter can address the root of overpopulation. Our micro grant program is the next chapter for Flower Feline Sanctuary. The funds we provide to small “boots on the ground” organizations help get more cats their spay or neuter surgery and essential medical care. It’s an honor to support folks making a difference for cats in their community.