The Cal Poly Cat Program (CPCP) is urgently seeking summer volunteer support from the San Luis Obispo community. The group needs volunteers and foster home to care for rescued cats and kittens while Cal Poly students are on summer break June 14 through September 18.
Founded in 1992, CPCP is a 100% volunteer-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit and official Cal Poly club dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and adoption of feral and domesticated cats and kittens. Run by Cal Poly students, faculty, staff and community volunteers, the program provides a safe and nurturing environment for cats and kittens awaiting adoption or return to the wild through its Trap, Neuter and Release (TNR) program.
“I’ve been volunteering with CPCP 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 — just a few weeks of care can make a critical difference.
Volunteers are also needed to help with daily shelter tasks such as cleaning cages and litter boxes, refreshing food and water and general upkeep. Training is provided and shifts are flexible.
To date, CPCP has placed over 3,000 cats and kittens in loving homes and continues to manages the feral cat population in San Luis Obispo County through humane, research-based practices.
Community members interested in making a meaningful impact this summer are encouraged to get involved.
To learn more visit: calpolycatprogram.org