Volcano Cat Sanctuary

A 501c3 nonprofit cat rescue committed to the well-being of all animals on Hawai'i Island.

379Total Adopted
566Neutered or Spayed
We are grateful to our 534 sponsors for supporting our mission with $92525 in donations.
Volcano Cat Sanctuary Gate
Latest Update: Gate Installed

Building a Safe Haven
in the Volcano Jungle

We've cleared the land, fenced the perimeter, and installed the gate. Now, we're entering Phase 2: Building the Shelters. Help us move our first residents to their permanent home.

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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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February Kitten Adoption Event!
FEB22

February 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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SPRING EQUINOX PAINT AND PURR
MAR21

SPRING EQUINOX PAINT AND PURR

Time to paint some sweet feline friends frolicking in the flowers, in honor of spring coming! :cherry_blossom: Join us for “Paint & Purr” Spring Equinox Edition with artist :female-artist::skin-tone-3: Laurie Bauers, at One Gallery in Hilo, Saturday, March 21st! Enjoy a selection of libations, treats, and rescue kitties as Laurie will be guiding everyone to paint this adorable kitty duo, and beautiful flowers as the spring sun breaks over the horizon! 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 11 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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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

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