Mission: Billerica Cat Care Coalition (BCCC) is dedicated to the protection and humane treatment of feral and abandoned cats, as well as owned cats and kittens. We work to provide a humane method to end the cycle of feral cat over-reproduction, via our Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) program. BCCC is the first organization based in Billerica, Massachusetts to introduce and advocate for humane methods of feral and owned cat care in the animal protection community. By establishing and promoting standards of care, our organization has brought humane treatment of feral and abandoned cats into the spotlight, now embraced by caring citizens and animal protection organizations in and around our area.
Results: Thousands of feral cats have been fixed, resulting in feral kittens prevented from being born into this cycle. Hundreds of friendly abandoned felines have been fostered and adopted into their forever, loving homes. Numerous cat owners have been provided professional advice for their cats.
Target demographics: Feral cats, abandoned friendly cats and kittens and cat owners.
Direct beneficiaries per year: Feral cats with Trap/Neuter/Return (TNR) and other medical care. Foster abandoned friendly cats and kittens, then help them find their forever home. Useful information to owners whose cats had behavioral issues.
Geographic areas served: Billerica and surrounding communities.
Programs: The organizations purpose is to provide trap/neuter/return programs to reduce cat overpopulation. The feeding of feral cat colonies and the fostering of cats for transition into adoptive homes.
I personally know of one woman who works tirelessly for BCCC. The time & effort put in by her and the other volunteers is incredible. They work all hours of the day & night to rescue cats & kittens that were abandoned or feral. The woman I know retired early from her paying job to work full time for BCCC. They never refused a cat/kitten food, shelter, medical care & love. Never. Every dollar they receive, Every Dollar. goes towards the caring for the animals.