About us

Our Story

Cat Care Community was founded on July 29, 2015, as a project born in the RISEBA Business Incubator.

Today, we are one of Latvia’s most active cat rescue and welfare charities.

In the past decade, we have:

  • Rescued and treated over 3,500 cats

  • Found forever homes for 4,000+ cats

  • Spayed/neutered 1,500+ cats

  • Built 250+ outdoor shelters for strays

  • Donated 700+ kg of cat food

  • Published 50+ educational articles

  • Held lectures in schools and universities

  • Organized 8 photo exhibitions

  • Participated in international animal welfare events

Who We Are

Cat Care Community is a public benefit organization helping stray cats without running a physical shelter. We work with digital tools, loving volunteers, and big hearts.

We are a community – a family united by compassion for animals.

Our Mission & Vision

Our mission is to create a stronger, sustainable and community-led platform for helping cats in Latvia and beyond.

We imagine a world where:

  • Every cat is safe, loved, and protected.

  • Communities work together for animal welfare.

  • Knowledge, empathy and action bring lasting change.

Memberships & Recognition

  • 2018 – Member of Pierīgas Partnerība

  • 2019 – Gained public benefit organization status

  • Members of: Latvijas Pilsoniskā alianse, EU Dog and Cat Alliance, WorldAnimal.net

  • 2021 – Joined Eurogroup for Animals and Mārupes Uzņēmēji

  • 2022 – Became a member of the Latvian Social Entrepreneurship Association

Our Values

Compassion – We treat every cat as our own.

Involvement – We empower volunteers and supporters to make change.

Integrity – We are transparent, ethical, and honest in everything we do.

Our Team

We are proud to have a team of 10 volunteers, including:

  • 1 founder & leader

  • 2 amazing women dedicated to adoption

  • and passionate helpers managing care, communication, projects and more.

Get Involved

Whether you want to adopt, volunteer, donate, or simply spread the word –

Your support can change a cat’s life.

Contact us – we are always open for new ideas, partnerships, and people with kind hearts.