Feline Friends

Organization Overview

Feline Friends is a U.S. nonprofit organization focused on cat rescue and adoption. With an Employer Identification Number (EIN) of 27-1370757, it operates as a foster-based, no-kill cat rescue organization serving the Chicago area.

Mission and Activities

The mission of Feline Friends is to alleviate the suffering of homeless pets by rescuing, spaying/neutering, and responsibly placing them in permanent homes. The organization also aims to advocate for proper animal treatment and care while enriching people's lives through successful adopter-animal matches. Additionally, it serves as a resource and support network for adopters and the broader community.

Feline Friends works exclusively with foster homes, as it does not maintain a physical shelter. The cats in their program often come from high-kill animal control facilities in Chicago and elsewhere in Illinois. All cats have been combo-tested for FIV/Feline Leukemia, spayed or neutered, vaccinated against distemper, microchipped, and dewormed.

Operations and Structure

The organization relies entirely on volunteer efforts and is funded by private donations. Being a 501(c)(3) organization, all donations made to Feline Friends are tax deductible. The group is committed to local adoptions, encouraging those outside the Chicago area to explore local shelters for pet adoption opportunities.

Feline Friends engages with the community through various platforms to promote awareness and support for animal welfare. The organization's activities are rooted in a belief in the importance of fostering a supportive network for both animals and adopters.