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PROJECT SCRATCH PAD
A Safe Place to Land

​What happens when a cat needs rescue… but there’s nowhere for them to go?  What happens when every foster home is full, a sick cat needs somewhere quiet to recover, a mama cat arrives with a litter of kittens, or a cat comes back to us through no fault of their own?

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Right now, we do what rescue people always do. We figure it out. We make phone calls. We shuffle spaces. We ask fosters to stretch just a little further. We move cats around and try to make room for the next one who desperately needs us. But the need is growing. And we know we need to do more.

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 That’s why we’re launching Project Scratch Pad.

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The Scratch Pad will be a dedicated space for cats in the care of Paws for Life NC — a place to quarantine, recover, rest, grow, and simply be safe until they are ready for their next chapter. Think about what that could mean. A frightened cat finally has a quiet place to decompress. A sick cat has a safe place to heal. A mama cat can raise her kittens without the chaos of a busy shelter environment. A cat who has been returned to our program has somewhere safe to land while we find them a new forever home.  And when our foster homes are full, we don't have to turn our backs on the next cat who needs us.

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This isn't just about a building. It's about what happens inside it:  Love. Safety. Care. And a second chance. That is what we want The Scratch Pad to provide. But we need your help to make it happen.

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Project Scratch Pad is a major undertaking for Paws for Life NC, and we cannot do it alone. We need our community to help us build this safe place for the cats who depend on us. Every donation moves us closer.

 

And if you can't donate right now, you can still be part of this project. Share this campaign. Tell your friends. Tell your family. Help us spread the word. Because somewhere out there is a cat who will need The Scratch Pad ... we just don't know their name yet.

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HELP US BUILD THE SCRATCH PAD

Donate today and become part of creating a safe haven for cats who need a little more time, a little more care, and a whole lot of love.​​

Upcoming Event

Holiday Tea Party

Sunday, December 6th, 2 PM

201 E. Mason St., Franklinton, NC

​You're cordially invited to a delightful afternoon of holiday cheer, warm tea, sweet treats, and giving back at our Holiday Tea Party, held at the charming Historic Franklinton Depot!

Join us as we celebrate the magic of the holiday season while making a meaningful difference in the lives of the cats and dogs who depend on Paws for Life NC.

 

Join us for a festive afternoon tea, where every sip, every smile, and every ticket purchased helps provide care and second chances for animals in need.  Seating is limited so act fast to reserve your spot.

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All proceeds from this event go toward the support and care of the cats and dogs in our rescue, helping provide veterinary treatment, nutritious food, essential supplies, and the love and security they deserve while awaiting their forever homes.

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By joining us for this special holiday gathering, you're doing more than enjoying a lovely afternoon. You're helping us give vulnerable cats and dogs something truly priceless — hope for a brighter future.

Looking for ways to help us out? 

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Here are 2 easy ways you can make a difference!

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Just click on the logo of your choice.

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