When Matilda arrived at Cat Depot, she wasn’t carried in by loving hands.
She was left behind in a cardboard box — taped shut — and surrendered under duress.
Her story began in fear and uncertainty… but it doesn’t end there.
Giving Challenge 2026 – Matilda Deserves A Second Chance Read More »
Grant from the Manatee Community Foundation saves Captain Jack and Riley.
Lifesaving Grant Makes a Difference Read More »
Kitten Season is the toughest time of year for animal shelters and rescues like Cat Depot. This is when organizations step up in a big way, providing immediate, lifesaving care to a steady influx of kittens in crisis.
The Kittens Are Coming Read More »
Cat Depot is deeply grateful to be awarded $16,500 from the Community Foundation of Sarasota County to support the lifesaving rescue of cats and kittens from Sarasota County.
Grant Support Saves Carrot Cake Read More »
Cat Depot celebrated its 1000th adoption in 2025. The honor went to Jeepers, part of the “Merry 5”.
Cat Depot Celebrates 1000th Adoption Read More »
Cat Depot is grateful to our pet-loving community for showing up to adopt during BISSELL Pet Foundation’s Empty the Shelters adoption event, held from October 10th through the 15th.
$15,000 Grant will provide 300 FREE TNVR Services to Sarasota, Manatee and DeSoto counties.
Cat Depot Receives Florida Animal Friend Grant Read More »
Cat Depot’s community cat programming saved Yami and his siblings from a life of struggle.
TNVR Changes the Course of Yami’s Young Life Read More »
