Summer volunteers needed for Cal Poly Cat Program
Program seeks short-term foster homes to care for rescued cats
– The Cal Poly Cat Program is seeking volunteers and foster homes to care for rescued cats and kittens while Cal Poly students are away for summer break from June 14 through Sept. 18.
Founded in 1992, the program is a 100% volunteer-run nonprofit and an official Cal Poly club. It is dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and adoption of feral and domesticated cats and kittens. The program is run by Cal Poly students, faculty, staff and community volunteers and provides a safe environment for cats and kittens awaiting adoption or return to the wild through its Trap, Neuter and Release program.
“I’ve been volunteering with the Cal Poly Cat Program since 1992, because helping these cats is truly rewarding,” said Sharon Dobson, the group’s faculty advisor. “It feels good knowing I’m making a real difference — and I’ve met so many great people along the way who love cats just as much as I do.”
Fostering is flexible, and all expenses are covered. Short-term foster placements are available, and a few weeks of care can make a critical difference.
Volunteers are also needed for daily shelter tasks such as cleaning cages and litter boxes, refreshing food and water, and general upkeep. Training is provided, and shifts are flexible.
Since its founding, the program has placed more than 3,000 cats and kittens in homes and continues to manage the feral cat population in San Luis Obispo County through humane and research-based practices.
Community members interested in getting involved can find more information at calpolycatprogram.org.
