When a frightened litter of kittens is found under a porch or an injured cat limps into someone’s yard, Charles River Alleycats answers the call to help them—day or night, rain or shine.

As of August 1, our small-but-mighty volunteer team had already provided care, safety, and a future to over 850 outdoor cats—putting us on pace to help roughly 1,500 this year, the most in our 23-year history. And the need isn’t slowing down.

Summer brings newborn kittens too young to survive alone, pregnant mothers searching for shelter, and injured cats who can’t wait for help. We get calls like these every day—and each one could mean the difference between life and death for a cat who deserves a future.

Once CRA steps in, we take full responsibility to see things through. We cover every vet bill, surgery, vaccination, and provide safe housing until each cat is transferred to a shelter or returned to their colony. Communities across Eastern Massachusetts rely on us to respond, and we have never turned a cat away.

It costs an average of $200–$300 to provide basic vet care and short-term shelter for one cat—and the surge we’re seeing this year has maximized our capacity financially. Our goal is to raise $25,000 by August 31 to meet this need and ensure no cat goes unanswered.

Please donate today. Your generosity doesn’t just fund our work—it saves lives. Every dollar brings an otherwise forgotten cat one step closer to safety, healing, and love. 💛

Summer '25 Surge: It's Kitten Season!

By Charles River Alleycats Incorporated

Summer '25 Surge: It's Kitten Season!

This has been our busiest year ever—our incredible team has already given 850+ outdoor cats a new chance at life. With kitten season in full swing, vulnerable cats need us now more than ever. Your gift today ensures we can say 'yes' to every cat in need.