The Ruffian Foundation (RF) was established in 2004, as an all volunteer nonprofit 501 C (3) organization, to provide a sanctuary for feral cats.  Many of these cats are driven from their local habitats by rapid human economic development and neglect. They face suffering and often, death.  Whenever possible, the ruffian foundation, in cooperation with similar agencies, will trap, alter, vaccinate, relocate, and care for them in natural enclosures on the sanctuary grounds (28 acres).  It will also strive to educate the public on humane solutions for feral cat overpopulation and related community health concerns.