Volcano Cat Sanctuary

A 501c3 nonprofit cat rescue committed to the well-being of all animals on Hawai'i Island. We rescue abandoned, injured, and homeless cats across Hawaiʻi Island and give them the second chance they deserve, while protecting Hawaii's native species and delicate ecosystem.

362Total Adopted
We are grateful to our 664 sponsors for supporting our mission with $131677 in donations.

Sanctuary Build Progress

56%

9 of 16 milestones completed

Preparing the Land
Leveling and Gravel
Gate & Fencing
Footers & Portapotty
Posts & Beams
Roof Framing & Staining
Concrete Floor Pour
Wall Framing
Roof Panels
Walls, Windows, Doors
Solar
Gazebo
Finish Wood Staining
Kitty Shelters
Planting / Landscaping
The Big Cat Move!
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WE’VE GOT A ROOF!
Latest Update: WE’VE GOT A ROOF!

Building a Safe Haven
in the Volcano Jungle

Sanctuary build update - 07/13/26 You saw the headline. The roof panels are officially on! Despite quite a day of building, including all the build team getting soaked to the bones, they pulled it off! If you’ve seen our recent build updates, you’ll know that all the rain this year has been challenging for certain stages of the build, in an already rainy area. Some things you can push through the wet weather, and others you can’t, but the roof was the next key piece that HAD to be done before we could continue with the rest of the interior areas under it. So, we are THRILLED to say that it’s completed! WOOOOOOO! We’re checking those boxes off, and getting closer to move day for the kitties.

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Our Mission

We are currently fostering kittens ages 4 weeks to 12 weeks, as well as some adult cats on a case to case basis. We are actively building a cat sanctuary in Volcano, HI. We have cleared one acre of land and installed cat proof fencing, and continue to work towards building structures, and obtaining water, sewer and electricity. Our efforts are focused on building a beautiful cat sanctuary where stray and homeless cats can live their lives in peace and safety.

We also are continuing to work to decrease the feral and free roaming cat population on Hawaii Island to help protect native bird species and Hawaii's delicate ecosystem.

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Available Cats for Adoption

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Upcoming Events

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Summer Soiree Kitten Adoption Event!
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Summer Soiree Kitten Adoption Event!

Expand your family and find your perfect "kitty love match" with the Big Island Kitty Cat Ohana! Whether you are looking for a sleek house panther, a tiny tigress, or a cuddly fur baby, our delightful rescue kittens are ready for their forever homes. We prioritize the health and well-being of every cat; all rescues are treated for parasites, microchipped, and spayed or neutered before heading home. For those who fall in love early, we offer pre-adoption options, allowing your new companion to stay in our care until their medical milestones are complete.

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AUGUST PAINT AND PURR
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AUGUST PAINT AND PURR

An evening of guided painting, libations, and treats, to benefit rescue kitties! Get your tickets ahead of time - none available at the door.

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It’s time for another NAME THE NEWBIE!

We have these 3 gorgeous rescues looking for a fresh start! Thanks to the tireless work of our caretakers and fosters, they are safe and ready for the next chapter.

All of these kitties are in search of a new name to bring luck and blessings to their journey.

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Newbie S momma

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How to Name a Kitten

Names carry a lot of juju, fate, and energy! This is a potent way to bless these babies as they continue their rescue journey. All we ask is a donation of $50 USD or more, and you can dub a kitten with the name of your choice!

  • Choose the kitten you want to name.
  • Click the donation button below to contribute $50 or more.
  • Include the Kitten Number ( Like Newbie T4 ) and your Chosen Name in the donation notes.
  • Please provide the best way to get ahold of you so we can confirm!
Donate & Name a Newbie

Mahalo cat loving ‘ohana!
— The Volcano Cat Sanctuary Crew & Kitties

Rescue Transformations

Latest Rescue

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Before
After
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Meet Mochiko

Mochiko before and after.

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Community Voices

What People Say

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“When we arrived to Big Island we knew we needed to rescue a companion. We heard about Volcano Cat Sanctuary close to use and decided to use them. We ended up adopting two of the most adorable bonded kitten siblings and it has been wonderful. They were easy to work with and communicated well during the adoption process. We are absolutely grateful for the wonderful and sweet kitties we have today and grateful for the work VCS puts in to saving kitties on our island.”

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M.B

adopter

“I visited Volcano Cat Sanctuary in October, and was impressed with the dedication and care the animals were receiving. The kittens are socialized, neutered or spayed, and receive medical treatment before they are allowed to be adopted. All of the people I met while visiting were compassionate about the sweet kittens in their care, and seemed to really love what they were doing.”

Chris Diener Gustin

Chris Diener Gustin

adopter

“This organization is doing so much to help in our community! They have helped me get two litters of foster kittens adopted! They have helped me out so much with medications, spaying and neutering, and are super supportive to their kitty foster parents!”

Cynthia Totty Hefley

Cynthia Totty Hefley

foster

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