The Community Cats Podcast is the brainchild of Stacy LeBaron. Stacy has over 20 years of experience working with Community Cats in Massachusetts. She was the president of the Merrimack River Feline Rescue Society for 16 years and since 2011, she ran the MRFRS Mentoring program, assisting over 80 organizations with setting up TNR programs and getting funding to support those programs. Our Vision: To create a humane community for all cats. Our Mission: To provide education, information, and dialogue that will create a supportive environment, empowering people to help cats in their community. What We Do: We offer a podcast, an informative blog, a grant and mentoring program, online conferences, and networking and sharing opportunities. We participate in cat-related events, and we offer consulting and visioning workshops for organizations.
Community Cats Podcast的外部链接
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Nina Stively, CAWA and I were on The Community Cats Podcast to talk about returning pet cats to home with Stacy LeBaron. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/dZFj5aig Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dPPitWvp
Happy New Year to everyone! The last episode of this year's podcast is out and it is a reflective conversation that I have with Mike Phillips of the Urban Cat League it is always a joy to spend time with him! Thank you Mike and thank you all for making the podcast a success! We had over 55,000 downloads of the podcast in 2024! Thank you for tuning in and sharing the show! Let me know in the comments if you have ideas for guests in 2025! Are you new to the show- check out this episode and have a listen- please subscribe if you are interested in knowing how to turn your passion for cats into action! https://lnkd.in/dcN-uxtF
Time is running out! January 12, 2025 is our deadline to sign up for this fantastic class. We will make you work hard and think strategically about the feline ecosystem in your community- I hope we will see many of you there.
I am so excited to share that the Community Cat Program Management Certification course at the University of the Pacific at Benard College has opened a new session to start in January of 2025- please share! Turn Your Passion for Cats into Action–Enroll in the Community Cat Program Management Course! Are?you ready to make a bigger impact in your community? Our?Community Cat Program Management Course?is now open for registration for the January 2025 session! This one-of-a-kind,?fully comprehensive?eight-week certificate program covers every critical aspect of building and managing a successful community cat initiative. The inaugural 2024 offering sold out, so don’t miss the chance to?grab your spot now! Led by?Stacy LeBaron?(Community Cats Podcast & United Spay Alliance) and?Elizabeth Finch?(Community Cats Podcast), in partnership with?University of the Pacific, Benerd College,?this course is designed to give you the practical knowledge and skills to run effective, sustainable programs. Course Highlights: Beyond the Fundamentals?- Master trap-neuter-return, the foundation of community cat management Community Outreach & Education?- Learn how to engage your community and properly market your program Legal & Ethical Considerations?- Navigate laws and best practices to protect both cats and your program Building Strong Community Partnerships?- Creating collaborations for maximum impact Volunteer Management?- Recruit, train, and retain passionate volunteers to fuel your efforts Colony Management and Complaint Mitigation?-?effectively manage cat colonies while addressing concerns from the public Funding and Sustainability?- Secure funding and create a long-term plan for ongoing success This course is ideal for nonprofit leaders, community advocates, veterinary students, animal welfare professionals, animal control offers, and anyone ready to turn their passion for helping cats into lasting action. Course Dates:?January 13 - March 9, 2025 Cost:?$429 Click Here to Register: https://lnkd.in/dfhMiSFc Scholarship Opportunity–Apply Now! Thanks to the generosity of?Community Cat Champions, we’re excited to offer the?Sue Black Memorial?Scholarship, which covers the full course cost for one deserving participant. Applications are open through November 15th–don’t miss this chance to further your skills without financial barriers! Application link: https://lnkd.in/dzFRUjWf? ? Testimonial from this fall's class: "I would absolutely recommend taking this Community Cat Program Management course! This course covers truly everything from A-Z that you may need to start or further develop a strong CCP and is appropriate for every level...this course gives you a lot of new ideas and new ways of viewing things to give you the tools to most effectively facilitate a CCP.” - Aubry E.
This is so exciting! Please share with others!
I am so excited to share that the Community Cat Program Management Certification course at the University of the Pacific at Benard College has opened a new session to start in January of 2025- please share! Turn Your Passion for Cats into Action–Enroll in the Community Cat Program Management Course! Are?you ready to make a bigger impact in your community? Our?Community Cat Program Management Course?is now open for registration for the January 2025 session! This one-of-a-kind,?fully comprehensive?eight-week certificate program covers every critical aspect of building and managing a successful community cat initiative. The inaugural 2024 offering sold out, so don’t miss the chance to?grab your spot now! Led by?Stacy LeBaron?(Community Cats Podcast & United Spay Alliance) and?Elizabeth Finch?(Community Cats Podcast), in partnership with?University of the Pacific, Benerd College,?this course is designed to give you the practical knowledge and skills to run effective, sustainable programs. Course Highlights: Beyond the Fundamentals?- Master trap-neuter-return, the foundation of community cat management Community Outreach & Education?- Learn how to engage your community and properly market your program Legal & Ethical Considerations?- Navigate laws and best practices to protect both cats and your program Building Strong Community Partnerships?- Creating collaborations for maximum impact Volunteer Management?- Recruit, train, and retain passionate volunteers to fuel your efforts Colony Management and Complaint Mitigation?-?effectively manage cat colonies while addressing concerns from the public Funding and Sustainability?- Secure funding and create a long-term plan for ongoing success This course is ideal for nonprofit leaders, community advocates, veterinary students, animal welfare professionals, animal control offers, and anyone ready to turn their passion for helping cats into lasting action. Course Dates:?January 13 - March 9, 2025 Cost:?$429 Click Here to Register: https://lnkd.in/dfhMiSFc Scholarship Opportunity–Apply Now! Thanks to the generosity of?Community Cat Champions, we’re excited to offer the?Sue Black Memorial?Scholarship, which covers the full course cost for one deserving participant. Applications are open through November 15th–don’t miss this chance to further your skills without financial barriers! Application link: https://lnkd.in/dzFRUjWf? ? Testimonial from this fall's class: "I would absolutely recommend taking this Community Cat Program Management course! This course covers truly everything from A-Z that you may need to start or further develop a strong CCP and is appropriate for every level...this course gives you a lot of new ideas and new ways of viewing things to give you the tools to most effectively facilitate a CCP.” - Aubry E.
Spotlight on a Novel that includes TNVR-Perfect for the Holidays! In this episode of the Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron speaks with animal advocate and mystery author Sharon Marchisello. Sharon’s lifelong passion for cats began early, sparking a journey that would lead her to volunteer work, board membership at the Fayette Humane Society in Fayetteville, GA, and, ultimately, authorship of a new cozy mystery, Trap, Neuter, Die. The novel is a blend of suspense and education, spotlighting Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return (TNVR) practices within a storyline set in the world of animal rescue. Sharon delves into the real-life challenges and triumphs of TNVR efforts in Georgia, where unique cultural and legal landscapes impact community cat populations. Sharon shares firsthand insights on the highs and lows of fostering, local partnerships that facilitate adoptions, and the ongoing quest to change outdated ordinances hindering effective cat management. As a volunteer grant writer, she also provides invaluable advice on securing funding for spay/neuter programs, underscoring the importance of clear objectives, precise tracking, and fitting grants to organization capabilities. Listen in to learn more about Sharon’s story and get inspired to make a difference for community cats. Press Play Now For: Sharon’s journey from cat foster to board member at Fayette Humane Society Challenges of managing TNVR in Georgia, including year-round kitten seasons and cultural resistance Behind-the-scenes inspiration for Trap, Neuter, Die, a mystery that brings TNVR to a broader audience Practical tips for successful grant writing in animal rescue organizations The legal nuances of TNVR and how local ordinances can both help and hinder efforts Insights into partnerships with Northern rescues to support Southern community cats https://lnkd.in/dXqf6dWk
This is so exciting! Please share with others!
I am so excited to share that the Community Cat Program Management Certification course at the University of the Pacific at Benard College has opened a new session to start in January of 2025- please share! Turn Your Passion for Cats into Action–Enroll in the Community Cat Program Management Course! Are?you ready to make a bigger impact in your community? Our?Community Cat Program Management Course?is now open for registration for the January 2025 session! This one-of-a-kind,?fully comprehensive?eight-week certificate program covers every critical aspect of building and managing a successful community cat initiative. The inaugural 2024 offering sold out, so don’t miss the chance to?grab your spot now! Led by?Stacy LeBaron?(Community Cats Podcast & United Spay Alliance) and?Elizabeth Finch?(Community Cats Podcast), in partnership with?University of the Pacific, Benerd College,?this course is designed to give you the practical knowledge and skills to run effective, sustainable programs. Course Highlights: Beyond the Fundamentals?- Master trap-neuter-return, the foundation of community cat management Community Outreach & Education?- Learn how to engage your community and properly market your program Legal & Ethical Considerations?- Navigate laws and best practices to protect both cats and your program Building Strong Community Partnerships?- Creating collaborations for maximum impact Volunteer Management?- Recruit, train, and retain passionate volunteers to fuel your efforts Colony Management and Complaint Mitigation?-?effectively manage cat colonies while addressing concerns from the public Funding and Sustainability?- Secure funding and create a long-term plan for ongoing success This course is ideal for nonprofit leaders, community advocates, veterinary students, animal welfare professionals, animal control offers, and anyone ready to turn their passion for helping cats into lasting action. Course Dates:?January 13 - March 9, 2025 Cost:?$429 Click Here to Register: https://lnkd.in/dfhMiSFc Scholarship Opportunity–Apply Now! Thanks to the generosity of?Community Cat Champions, we’re excited to offer the?Sue Black Memorial?Scholarship, which covers the full course cost for one deserving participant. Applications are open through November 15th–don’t miss this chance to further your skills without financial barriers! Application link: https://lnkd.in/dzFRUjWf? ? Testimonial from this fall's class: "I would absolutely recommend taking this Community Cat Program Management course! This course covers truly everything from A-Z that you may need to start or further develop a strong CCP and is appropriate for every level...this course gives you a lot of new ideas and new ways of viewing things to give you the tools to most effectively facilitate a CCP.” - Aubry E.