A 501(c)(3) Nonprofit · South Florida

Rescuers are stronger together.

TheCatUnion strengthens South Florida's grassroots cat rescue network, connecting caregivers, shelters, vets, fosters, and transport partners so more cats get the care they need.

Connecting the hands that help
3,424
Lives Saved
$15k+
Vet Care Funds Distributed
30+
Active Rescuer Groups
Who We Are

A network built for the unsung heroes of animal welfare.

South Florida's grassroots cat rescuers operate on the frontlines daily. They feed colonies, manage TNVR programs, and rescue sick or injured cats, often completely out-of-pocket and in isolation.

TheCatUnion was founded to connect these independent efforts. We don't replace grassroots rescuers; we empower them with coordinated funding, shared transport routes, and medical support.

Volunteers in shelter Happy cat in sunlight
Challenges & Solutions

Overcoming systemic fragmentation.

By shifting from isolated rescue attempts to a unified network model, we resolve the main bottlenecks in community cat care.

The Challenge

Local rescuers operate in silos. An independent rescuer might find a cat needing urgent surgery but lack the vet relationship or immediate funds to save them, while another rescuer nearby has access but doesn't know of the need.

The Union Solution

We provide a centralized communication and resource network. Rescuers can post needs, request emergency micro-grants from our Veterinary Care Fund, and coordinate foster space instantly.

What We Do

Our Core Programs

We focus our resources where they make the most significant operational difference for grassroots rescuers.

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Grassroots Rescue Support

We equip active rescuers with traps, recovery cages, colony shelter materials, and bulk food donations to sustain daily field work.

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Veterinary Care Funds

Through our micro-grants program, we directly pay veterinary partners for critical medical care, spaying/neutering, and emergency surgeries.

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Unified Transport & Fosters

We coordinate cross-county transport networks to move cats from high-risk environments into loving foster homes and adoption partners.

Our Impact

Lives Transformed Together

Every cat rescued is a collaborative success story made possible by the union of many hands.

Saved cat looking bright
Colony Spay & Neuter Outreach
Kitten in safe hands
Kitten Foster & Socialization
Cat sleeping peacefully
Senior Medical Rehabilitation
"Rescuing one cat won't change the world, but for that one cat, the world changes forever."
Founder Karina Korenblum holding a rescue kitten
Our Founder

Karina Korenblum

Founder & Executive Director, TheCatUnion

International executive with 20+ years building partnerships across global markets. Committed to creating sustainable infrastructure for community cat welfare in South Florida.

"We are here to strengthen the local rescue community and provide the tools and resources they need to bring about lasting change."

Support Our Network

Become a Founding Supporter

Your contribution directly funds veterinary care, TNVR equipment, and supply distribution for grassroots rescuers across South Florida.

  • 100% of public donations go directly to rescue resources and vet care
  • Help us expand our veterinary micro-grant funds
  • Sponsor community cat spay and neuter events
Partner With Us
Rescue cats and volunteers