Letters From The Heart ♥ Archives - Paws and Claws Society, Inc.

“I’m Missy the Cat and I approve this message”

Dear Jean, Thank you very much for all of your kindness. Missy came to me in late Nov. of 2023. She was in bad health, however she is doing so much better because of your kindness. She is a calico kitty with a beautiful personality. I thank you & Missy thanks you as well. Sincerely, Lois (See Missy’s paw print on the envelope below!) Paws And Claws Society receives many heartfelt thank-you notes from pet owners and like-minded animal …

You did it! Congratulations on a year of saving lives and filling homes with sloppy wet kisses and belly rubs! We know your work is so much more than these warm, fuzzy moments, but we hope you cherish all the good you create for people welcoming new pets into their homes. As we move into the new year, know that you have a team of friends at Petfinder, supporting you every step of the way! We hope to see you …

Jean,

(Message printed in card: Have yourself a cuddly little Christmas!)

Many blessings to you and your family.

Nathan
No Kill Advocacy Center

Jean,

Thank you so much for funding my feral cats. I appreciate it so much. I wanted them healthy and spayed before I had a pile of kittens!

That is so wonderful of you to work on the cat population.

I’m glad there are people like you in our world.

Sincerely,
Celia

Dear Jean, I am sending you mountains of gratitude for what you do. Thanks to the kindness of your heart I was able to get my “cat clan” neutered to stop the increase in numbers. I did not ask for them but one showed up and the next thing you know I had many! I will forever be thankful for your generosity and I will continue to care for those that were left on my property unwanted and to starve. …

Dear Jean,

Thank you so much for sponsoring the stray cat program. We own a farm in Rome, PA, and it is not uncommon to get “drop offs”. We appreciate your help creating a good healthy home for these cats!

Sincerely,
Janet & Larry

Hi Jean –

“Wishing you a pawsitively purrfect day!”

And to say thank you so much for your generous contribution to controlling the feral cat population in this area, most particularly my tiny farmette. 59 cats in 2017, 2018, 2019, and 25 June-October 2023. I currently feed 35-45 cats a day . . . Love them all.

From George, a resident of Warren Center (Bradford County, PA)

Jean Smith, I recently had 4 cats trapped and fixed through Gemini Farms. Thank you for your donation to make that possible, we really appreciate it!! – Deanna . .

Thanks Expressed From New York

Hi Jean, Thank you Jean! Daniel . .

“Wonderful Human Alert!” – From Maureen, Kit, and Kaboodle

Hi Jean – Just a quick back story… 2 kittens were abandoned at the end of a dead-end dirt road where I happen to live. I am a “dog person”, even a “horse person”, so had to consult others more knowledgeable than myself. Then I found Diane Oliver and through multiple conversations , determined that perhaps these kittens were meant to bless me with their presence. So, “Kit and Kaboodle” are now residing at my place and are becoming a …

Hi Jean, Thank you! Thank you, for your kindness, and, for the donation into my Ward Van Scoy account. Love, Craig & Deb Hope all is well in N.J. . .

“4-Legged Friends” Blessings Appreciated

Jean, Thank you so much for all you do for our kitties. You have helped through the years getting them fixed and shots. Your gift you gave us was unexpected and very appreciated. I have not had the pleasure to meet you, but my partner Tina came with Deb Race a couple years ago. May God bless you as you bless others, especially “4” legged friends. 🙂 Renee & Tina . .

Thanks For Kitten Kindness

Jean, Thank you for your help for a mother & 3 kittens that were homeless. I took her and babies in and cared for all of them. Thanks for your caring heart for the program to get them all fixed and shots. Lisa S. and Momma Kitty & Kittens Too . .

Dairy Farm Cats Benefit From Cats On The Border Program

Jean, Thank you so much for funding the Cats on The Border project to spay and neuter cats. We have a dairy farm w/plenty of cats around and we’ve really appreciated being able to utilize your program. We love our animals & always appreciate being able to access resources to better care for them. Your kindness is greatly appreciated! Kind regards, Jamie . .

No More Pain for Pretzel!

Hi Jean, Thanks again for helping with Pretzel’s medical evaluation. Dr. Ober says “Hi”. He felt, at this time, kitten has no pain and is getting along well with its issue. Love, Craig & Deb . .

Lisa, Amey, and Moses Thank PACS For Kindness In Memory of Peekers

Jean, Thank you for helping make Peekers more comfortable the last months of his life. He was a special little guy. Amey and I and Moses appreciate all you did for him. We can’t thank you enough. Love, Hugs, & Kisses, Lisa, Amey, & Moses Note with photos of Peekers: This little guy crept into my heart in a big way. I miss him so – my lap will be empty without him, and the world has a little less …

Hi Jean! Been wanting to send this card forever! I can never thank you enough for your help and generosity. Hope you are doing well & very much looking forward to planning lunch with you and Lisa. Still trying to get the last cats from colony I’ve been doing since Oct. They are making me crazy & won’t go in any traps I’ve tried – smart buggers!! Hope to catch up soon! Sending Big Hugz!! Sincerely, Denise H. …

Paws and Claws (and all of our friends who voted in the Southern Tier Tuesdays weekly campaign) received a heartfelt thank you from our SAFER Cats on the Border partner at Gemini Farm Sanctuary, Diana. Winning the $2,000 prize means a great deal for the kitties and the sanctuary. In the words of Diana, “Gemini Farm Sanctuary takes in the cats no one wants. We take in the unadoptables. We get very little funding from adoption fees.” Winning this prize …

Jean, Hope you have a wonderful day. My furbabies and I just wanted to say Meow, Hello. Hope that you are well. Thank you a bunch for all that you do for our furry friends!!! Cindy & Kitties Message printed on card: Sending you wishes… …as bright as spring as happy as Easter and as warm as every thought of you. . .

Paws and Claws Adopts Grey Seal

The Marine Mammal Stranding Center thanks you for your considerate contribution in the rescue and rehabilitation of a Grey Seal. Thanks to your generosity, this seal has now been released back into the wild. Robert Schoelkopf, Founding Director Marine Mammal Stranding Center This was sent as a result of Paws and Claws Society sponsoring the 2022 MMSC Pup Strut. Paws And Claws Society receives many heartfelt thank-you notes from pet owners and like-minded animal organizations. See more letters linked below: …

Dear Jean, Thanks to your generosity we had 5 stray cats / kittens who were neutered & vaccinated, then returned. Hopefully this will help put an end to stray kittens being born in our garage. We appreciate all that you do! Eric & Teri . .

A Thank-You Letter from Cape Atlantic C.A.T.S.

Dear Jean: Your generous donations this year have helped cats and their humans have hope and better lives, kept hundreds of cats out of our overburdened public shelters, and prevented the birth of litters of kittens for which there are never enough homes. C.A.T.S. is very grateful for your support of our mission to save the lives of cats on our streets and in shelters where needed medical care cannot be provided. Cape Atlantic C.A.T.S. remains an all-volunteer organization. All …

Dear Jean, Thank you for having our cats and other people’s cats fixed. Everyone is happier!! Owners and pets!!! Arvin & Jean Owners of Sackett Creek Road Farm, Nichols NY . .

A Letter of Thanks from Pet Savers, Inc.

Dear Jean, We are writing to acknowledge your very generous donation of $5,000. You have no idea what this amount of money means to an organization of our size. Our total annual receipts are generally less than $30,000, so your support provides a very large portion of our budget. We are a small organization trying to make a big impact in Gloucester County. Here are some of our accomplishments for calendar year 2021. Provided approximately 2600 pounds and 90 cases …

Dear Jean, On behalf of all of us at Aslan’s Cats Sanctuary we thank you so very much for the Grand Award 2022 for FELV+ cats that we care for. The Normal E & Gwyneth L Staats Foundation Circle of Compassion for Animals has helped us provide the best care for the special needs cats in our care. We are forever grateful and thankful for your kindness. Sincerely, The Aslan’s Cats TEAM “Meow” means Thank Mew! . .

The Marine Mammal Stranding Center Thanks Paws and Claws for Grant and Support

Dear Jean- How can I thank you enough? This grant came as a complete surprise and will be well-used in our work to save as many of these precious wild animals as possible! This year has been extremely busy with dozens of calls every single day for seals ashore. Our volunteers and staff have kept busy checking on each and every one of them to see if they needed our help, or were just taking a rest after their long …

Wow! On behalf of the animals who have a chance to find a loving home because of the Norman E. & Gwyneth L. Staats Foundation, THANK YOU for 7 YEARS of SUPPORT! You are making a difference and helping us change the nation for the better for companion animals. P.S. Call any time to chat about how the foundation is helping SAVE THEM ALL! Dear Jean, You make a world of difference in the lives of homeless pets every …

Hello Jean, Hope all is well in NJ. Thank you so much ! for the Tractor Supply gift card and the account at Ward and Van Scoy. Your gifts are greatly appreciated in these difficult times. God Bless you. Stay Safe. Love, Craig and Deb . .

Thanks From Barn Cats and Their People

Jean, We appreciate your help with our barn cats more than you know! Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity! Colleen & Philip . .

Gratitude from Samantha, Fluffy, Tippy, Goldy, and Cali

From: Samantha – all black, female Fluffy – gray & white, male Tippy – gray & white, female Goldy – yellow, male Cali – calico, female Dear Jean, We had three male cats trying to breed the females. We were unable to capture them but are thankful we don’t have to worry about more kittens. We love seeing our five feral kittens every day and are so thankful you were able to help us get them good vet care. …

Thank you so much! I am 76 and retired and not able to pay for these services, but could not have the heart to have Momma and her family put down that someone dropped off at my house. Thank you ♥ Philip and Sandy . .

Felines of Gratitude

Thank you so very much Jean. You & Deb have helped me so much. Can’t say it enough. Cindy & my Furbabies . .

A Special Note of Thanks . . . Straight From The Heart

Jean I want to thank you for the work you are doing with these feral cats. I live in the country and people just keep dropping these cats off. …Straight from my heart. Thank you Charles . .

9 Cats & Their People Send Thanks

9 cats 🙂 We thank you so much for providing vet service to stray animals. I have worried so much how we would afford and you were an answer to our prayers. Kevin & Cindy . .

TLC TNR Thanks Paws and Claws

Dear Jean, Shocked and amazed by your generous donation to TLC TNR. The cats benefitting from your donation will have better lives thanks to your compassion. As you know there’s no end to homeless cats in need. Your generosity helps TLC TNR spay & neuter many more. With much appreciation, Carm . .

Many Thanks (and Update) From Human and Six Barn Kitties

To Whom it may concern, I am sending this thank you and a little update. A year ago we had a young mom and 5 kitten feral cats living in our barn, Through the program supported by you at Stray Haven in Waverly, NY, they were all spayed and neutered. I am happy to tell you that although Mom has left, all of the kittens are still living and thriving in our barn. Four of them are relatively friendly with …

Dear Jean, It’s official: You’re a lifesaver. From fuzzy little kittens to senior dogs, from special-needs animals at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary to community cats in places like Los Angeles and Philadelphia, your generosity directly impacts the lives of animals and families across the country. Thanks to your lifesaving investment, once homeless cats and dogs rest comfortably in loving new homes, fewer animals are entering shelters, and communities throughout the country are saving more animals and working collaboratively to achieve …

Dear Jean: Cape Atlantic C.A.T.S. thanks your for your generous donation of $8500.00 which will greatly help our rescue oganization to continue our mission to provide medical care, spay/neuter and adopt or TNR cats in need of rescue. We’re in a challenging time with so many people and animals in need of help due to COVID restrictions, but your support keeps us going! Thanks again, we appreciate your help! Sincerely, Judy Cantin, Founder/Director Cape Atlantic Citizens Altering The Strays . …

Dear Jean, We hope this letter finds you happy and safe and doing well. We just received a 2021 Grant check from you for the FELV+ cats care this past week! We are honored and words cannot express how grateful we are for your generosity of spirit and kindness given to our 501c3 organization. This donation will truly help us to keep our mission alive that we started over 10 years ago. You have helped us to provide great care …

Dear Ms. Smith, Thank you once again for your generous grant of $2,500! This past year was the most difficult we have had in our 15 years of operations, and we are sincerely grateful for your generosity and continued support. Because of the pandemic, I have been the sole operator of Freedom Center since last March. I am counting the days until my vaccines so I can bring volunteers back in! As my priority is always the animals, I have …

Hi Jean! Happy New Year! What a year it’s been, things can only get better. TNR was on hold while clinics were closed due to COVID, so more kittens this year than should be. Back on track now tho and adoptions are picking up. Thank you so much for your check. It’s being put to good use with spay/neuter surgeries. I appreciate your support of C.A.T.S., help to keep us going! Hope all is well with you and best wishes …

Jean, Thank you for spaying and neutering our barn cats. This is a wonderful service that you are providing. We don’t need any more kittens and are so grateful that ours have been fixed. Again, thank you, Paul & Kathy Yoachm Possum Hollow Perennials Farm . .

Camera-Shy Cat’s Human Sends a Thank You

Hello Ms. Jean, Sorry I’m so late about sending this thank you out to you. I was hoping to get a good picture of the cat to send to you. But that didn’t work out too well. I tried several times. I would get a side shot or him leaving. Thank you so much, you don’t realize how much this helped me out. Thank you Victoria . .

Cat Owner Expresses Thanks

The male cat I found under my back porch also thanks you! He is recovering nicely – a very handsome cat with interesting markings like a Maine Coon Cat with stocky body and large head. He will make a fine addition to my family. I haven’t named him yet – maybe Gene? You must have a warm and kind heart to do all that you do for our furry friends. And Deb Race – I can’t say enough kind words about …

Dear Friends, Generous supporters like you allow us to continue our work of caring for New Jersey’s Marine Mammals and Sea Turtles! Our mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and release these protected species back into their environment, as well as educate the public about our marine ecosystem. Over the past 42 years, MMSC staff and volunteers have responded to over 5,500 strandings of whales, dolphins, seals, sea turtles and other distressed marine species. Many of the cetaceans and all of …

Dear Paws and Claws, You helped me save a homeless calico kitty. I wouldn’t have known how to do it without you. Sally is an angel. – Mandi . .

“Cat Mom” of 6 Expresses Her Thanks to Paws and Claws

Ms. Jean Smith, Hello! My name is Melissa. I work at Walmart and while in the Customer Service line, I randomly met a woman, and we ended up discussing our pets. She told me how she cares for approx. 20 cats. I was impressed. I told her about my “accidental” 6. See, I had a cat named Prince, who was my Baby Boy, but he never liked to stay inside. I started to get lonely and I found my Princess …

We love having the cats around outside to keep the rodents down, but both on a fixed SS income, the help was very much needed. Thanks so much. Phil & Sandra . .

Thank You From Best Friends Animal Society

Dearest Jean, On behalf of all of us here at Aslan’s Cats Inc., we thank you so very much for the lovely donation of $5,000 given to us for our Felv+ cats. We will be doing a matching grant soon to match the funds. Please be safe in these terrible and uncertain times. Kindest regards, Sabrina, Hilary, and the Aslan’s Cat’s TEAM! xxx . .

A Thank-You From The Freedom Center For Wildlife

Dear Ms. Smith, We are again thankful to you and the Foundation for your generous grant of $2,500! We are so very grateful for your continued support, and we feel very fortunate that you continue to include us in your charitable giving. We have been running fundraising campaigns through social media to make renovations to our avian enclosures. One of the residents of these enclosures is our Harris’s hawk, Cheyenne, who is listed on the Cornell Lab of Ornithology All …

Dear Jean, I was pleasantly surprised and speechless when I received your generous donation. It arrived just as my TLC TNR fund was down to $40. Your support for cats in need is to be applauded. As you know there’s no shortage of stray and feral cats in need of spay/neuter surgery. Always, Carm . .

Special Thanks

Thank you Keep up the good work Martha Verse in card: “Some people just know how to make others feel at home . . . Special people like you. Thanks so much.” . .

Community Foundation Says Thank You

Dear Sir or Madam: On behalf of the Board of Directors I would like to extend to you our warmest appreciation for your donation to the TLC TNR Stray and Feral Cat Initiative Fund. The health of our community in many ways is dependent upon the foresight of its people. Gifts such as yours illustrate the depth of your commitment to our community. The Community Foundation did not provide any goods or services in consideration of receipt your addition. Sincerely, …

I’m glad you came into our life. Really, thoughtfulness on your part. Thank you Nancy Text printed on card: The world needs more people as thoughtful as you, For joy is a part of each nice thing you do . . . The kindness you share brightens so many days – Thank you for all of your wonderful ways. . .

Grateful Family Sends Thanks

Thank you so very much from the bottom of our hearts for all you have done for us, and so many! We started out with 4 cats, then I moved my mom in with us because she had stage 4 cancer. She also had 2 strays, 2 of her own. Thus started the cycle. We were at 27 cats and kittens all together, and we rent, so very difficult situation all around. As soon as we would get rid of …

Jean – Thank you so very much for your involvement with neutering and vaccinating two kittens from Tioga Dawns Stables. It was/is beyond appreciated! -Allison . . .

Chemung County SPCA Thanks Paws and Claws In Their Newsletter

From the Chemung County SPCA Summer 2019 Newsletter: WE’RE GROWING! Every year, more than 1,200 homeless cats, dogs, puppies, and kittens are brought to the Chemung County SPCA. Other animal shelters in the Southern Tier are faced with similar numbers. With a limited number of adoptive homes available and limited space at area shelters, minimizing reproduction is the most practical solution to address the ongoing problem of pet overpopulation. We need to treat the cause of pet overpopulation instead of …

Jean, I want to thank you so very much for the work that you do. It makes a huge difference in the lives of the cats around here. I can’t thank you enough! This is a wonderful program! Thanks again! God bless you! Thank you so very much! Cheri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . .

Boots and Family Say Thank You

Thank you so much for offering the spay and neutering program – it is truly appreciated. Sally & “Boots” *** Dear Ms. Smith, Two weeks ago we had the cutest little stray kitty appear on our back deck. We checked with several of our neighbors to see if anyone was missing this kitty, but unfortunately, he belonged to no one in our area. We then set out to see if we could find someone willing to take him in as …

Jean, Your kindness is special – and so are you! Thank you so much for your kindness of helping us with our cats. It is greatly appreciated. The Bristers . . . . . . .. . . .. . . ..

SAFER Cats On The Border Sends Thanks With An Update

Jean, Thank you so much for the account at Ward and Van Scoy. Also, the $100.00 check in the mail will pay for all the fuel/tolls for the May 17 New Jersey transport. We have 1 adult & 3 kittens. Judy may have room for 1 more adult, also, by trip time. Have a great day! Thanks again! Deb .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . …

“The Cats On The Border Project” To: Jean Smith, I retired to a small town in upstate New York for a quiet retirement. It’s been anything but quiet. Floods that could of swept my home away and “Porch Kitties”. Many Porch Kitties. I already have three that adopted me. One has special needs. One day, another “Porch Kitty” came into my life. He was eating then he stopped. I need help! I called Debbie Race who is with your project. …

Jean, What have you been up to lately? Helping cat owners. Thank you for making Spay Day 2019 great! Here are a few notes from 3-24-19. Diana, Deb, Sally, & Molly . Enclosed notes of thanks: . Dear Jean, Funding Spay Day to help the community & the cats in the family was really wonderful & so needed. So sad to see them overbreeding & suffering! Thank you! Janet Martin . . . . . . . Jean, …

Jean, 1st Spay Day appt. went great. March 11th, Diana and Molly also took phone calls from several people with over 5 cats that will go through regular appts. (ferals and large colonies in trailer park). Thanks again! Deb Enclosed notes of thanks: Jean, Thank you very much for helping with my two kittens, Rascal and Pumpkin. Gerry . . . . . . . Jean, Thank you for helping us to be able to attend …

Dear Paws & Claws, We are Bonnie and Jerry. We have 23 acres and live in the woods. We are both retired, we take care of Bonnie’s mom (age 95). I was a farmer, Bonnie worked in the medical field. We have 20 layer chickens and a dog. Last October we noticed a cat living under the hen house, so I started feeding it. Then it moved inside our storage shed. Donna, our friend and neighbor, told us about Paws …

Dear Ms. Smith, Thank you, thank you, thank you! We are so delighted and grateful once again for receiving funds from your Foundation! You have been so very kind to us over the years, and our appreciation knows no bounds. We will continue to help wildlife, one life at a time, providing medicines, food, and enclosures so that our patients have a second chance. We are committed to making this a better, more compassionate world for the creatures we share …

Thank you for taking care of my cat. She is doing well. I appreciate your help. Nelson .

A Christmas Wish From Nathan Winograd of The No-Kill Advocacy Center

Jean, Together, not only will we save lives; but we will create a world where every individual life will be protected and revered. Merry Christmas! Nathan .

Love & Thanks From A Pet’s Family

Thank you so very much for getting our fur baby fixed for us. We truly, truly appreciate it very much. He is a wonderful cat and we love him a lot, and also have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Love from Collette, Aden, & Tim .

A Holiday Wish From Stray Haven Humane Society

Happy Holidays! Wishing you a very wonderful New Year filled with more good works! Best, Kristi Snyder Stray Haven Humane Society .

A Thank-You From Adoptive Pet-Parents

Dear Jean Smith, We would like to thank you for funding the procedures that our beloved rescues have undergone. We are sure that our Maneki, George, and Lilaput will be much better off in the future because of this. Your generosity is greatly appreciated. Sincerely, Deb & Shania . . .

A Note of Thanks From A Cat-Owner

To Everyone Concerned, Thank you so much for spaying and neutering my two cats . . . This is a wonderful thing you are doing for these cats. Hope you can keep doing it. Thank you again. Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Rebekah W. .

Community Foundation Says Thank You

Dear Friend of the Community Foundation, Since 1972, the annual support provided by you and other generous Community Sponsors has built a strong and effective Community Foundation. Thanks to your operating donations, the Community Foundation built a youth philanthropy program that educates and inspires students in kindergarten through grade twelve, provided strategic planning services at no charge to local nonprofit organizations, and awarded over 500 grants and scholarships in just the past year. Each day brings a new opportunity for the …

Jean, Thank you so much for adding to the Ward and Van Scoy account. I will use it wisely. We have a transport to NJ on December 7, 8, 9 – just in time for the holidays. Thanks again for ALL you do! Love, Deb .

A Note of Thanks For Help With Kittens

Wanted to send a very grateful THANK YOU for the assistance in helping to get our 6 rescue babies (kittens) spayed, neutered, and all the rest that was done for them. We have found good homes for 2 of them, still looking for the rest. Thanks again! MH .

A Thank-You From A Cat-Lover

Thank you so much for your help with the cat. We try to look after all cats in our small town by feeding them but we don’t have it to fix them. We hope he will stay around now he’s fixed. He is becoming more friendly every day. Thank you again, Jackie R. .

Thanks From The No-Kill Advocacy Center

Dear Jean, Once again, I am so incredibly grateful for your generosity. I cannot thank you enough for the grant of $14,000. It enables us to do so much. As you know, when we started, mass killing in shelters was the norm. Today, some 50,000,000 people live in communities saving at least 80% of the animals, over 10,000,000 people live in communities where the municipal shelter is saving at least 90% of dogs and cats in their shelters; and, nearly 2,000,000 people …

Dear Norman E. and Gwyneth L. Staats Foundation, It is heartening when we receive a gift from a generous donor that allows us to continue our life-saving work on behalf of animals. Thank you so much for your generous grant award in the amount of $10,000.00, received in our office on 8/7/2018. Your support provides rescued animals with the highest level of care. Even more, the gift of a safe haven and the love they deserve. Your gift makes it …

Cats on the Border: Thanks so much for all of your hard work & dedication to the cause of helping stray & feral cats in our area as well as many others. It is much needed & so appreciated! Patty Waverly, NY . .

A Thank-You From S.O.S. (Shelter Outreach Services)

Dear Jean, Thank you so much to you, the Norman E And Gwyneth Staats Foundation and Paws and Claws Society for your generous support of Shelter Outreach Services (SOS). Your extremely generous donation to SOS means so much and is truly helping our provide the much needed high quality high volume spay neuter (HQHVSN) services to the animals in need in our region. SOS is a successful MASH-style HQHVSN program. SOS travels throughout the Finger Lakes region and beyond to …

You are a Great Person!!! Thank you so much for all you have done for our neighborhood, not to mention what you have done for us. Thank you, Steven and Kathie . .

Suzanne & Angel Say Thanks With A Hallbark Card

To everyone at Paws & Claws, Thank you so very much for your overwhelming generosity with your donation to help with Angel’s vet bills. It has made all the difference in his extensive (and long) care for the rattlesnake bite. He’s improving, slowly, but there’s progress. We are exceptionally grateful. Thank you. Suzanne & (Angel) . . .

A Thank-You to PACS and SAFER Cats on the Border

To: Cats on the Border Dear Sponsor There are moments when I think I’ve died & gone to Heaven. I hope that gives you some indication as to how thrilled I am that the farm cats here where I live are eligible to participate in the Cats on the Border project. To date I’ve had a total of 15 cats that have taken the trip to the vet’s. Seven of those 15 have been female. I heave a great sigh …

Dear Jean, We wish to sincerely thank you for your very kind donation of $5,000 dollars given by you in 2017 from The STAATS foundation. The monies donated will be used for our kitties ongoing care at our facilities. Please feel free to check out the great work we do for the community on our Facebook and Instagram pages at Aslan’s Cats to see weekly updates on the kitties that reside with us at the sanctuary. Please know that all …

Dear Jean, I have so many things to thank you for, first the opportunity to work with such a wonderful organization that does amazing work making a difference. Without your help Diana, Deb and I would not be able to help cats and kittens in as large a number. Whether it’s bottle feeding orphaned kittens, treating an injury or spay-neuter release, they are all labors of love. Bless you for making it possible. Thank you also for the funds made …

Thanks for the treatment and care you give cats to cut down the population. God Bless, Beth F. . . .

Animalkind Says Thanks To Paws and Claws

Dear Jean, We would like to thank you for the extremely generous grant of $5,000.00 received on February 1, 2018 to help to support our organization. Your grant is much needed and will effectively be used in our efforts to help stray, abandoned, and feral cats, providing them with medical care, shelter, and new homes. It is our mission and passion to help abused, abandoned, stray, or feral felines in need. With your support we will be able to continue …

Dear Ms. Smith, Our sincere thanks are again sent to you for your generous support of Freedom Center over the years. We have made progress with our renovations from last year, expanding our beaver enclosure and songbird aviaries, and this year expanding our enclosures for our education Animal Ambassadors. Your continued support helps make all of this possible! We are committed to making this a better, more compassionate world for the creatures we share it with, even if it is …

From the kitties: John Boy & Jesse thank you too! I think!! 🙂 I am 8 years old. My name is Jessie. I love animals but we can’t pay to spay and neuter them so thanks a lot. We live on a dead end road so people just drop them off here. We fixed our garage & porch with straw to keep them warm and we feed them. Sometimes that’s hard but me & Mammie (Grams) do it. We once …

Dear Jean, Thank you so much for your thoughtful and financial support for our feral cats. Mary and I are located on a dead end road next to Tioga Downs Casino and Racing Facility. Needless to say we get strays every year, possibly from the horse barns. We have been feeding these cats for years and, even when we really couldn’t afford it, paid for some to be neutered spayed. We are on a very low fixed income and are …

Dear Circle of Compassion For Animals, Thanks to you, more than 2,860 animals in Yavapai County have been saved in 2017. On behalf of them, and all of us at YHS, thank you for giving these furry friends hope, a new future, and a loving home to call their own. This year our family fostered a litter of four kittens just five or six weeks old: Judas, Jasmine, Jolene, and Jordan. They stayed with us for a month. A man …

Dear Sponsor of Cats on the Border Project, Wow! What a Christmas present! Thank you! Through the Cats on the Border project, I was able to get three farm cats spayed/neutered recently. I was particularly relieved to get one female spayed. She seems to be particularly active and I believe her to have given birth to 3 litters of kittens this year. Unfortunately, while she seems quite capable of giving birth to kittens, she’s not physically able to manufacture enough …

Jean, Merry Christmas! Thank you so much for making 2017 a great year! Love, Deb & Craig . . . . . . PACS receives many heartfelt thank-you notes from pet owners and like-minded animal organizations. See more letters and notes here.

A Thank-You from SNIP (Spay Neuter Intervention Project)

Dear Jean, Without an inquiry, request or application, you approved a grant for Spay Neuter Intervention Project SNIP, based on a referral from Sabrina Hansen. To say it is appreciated is an understatement. So often grantors reject organizations making a difference for animals, while wealthy humane organizations with staggering salaries reap the benefits. Paws and Claws Society, Inc. is not in that club. I have attached an invoice documenting the 154th feral (Willets Point) spayed, vaccinated and Revolution. Fee …

Dearest Trustees of the STAATS Foundation, I wish to thank you for your recent donation of $5,000 given to us for the care of the FELV cats at Aslan’s Cats Sanctuary. We attest that no goods or services were offered by our organization in return for the funds awarded by you. We are now in Our 6th year of existence and are well. We have taken in cats with the debilitating Feline Leukemia Virus as well as other unadoptable cases such …