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About Us

About Us

SAFE Haven for Cats is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, no-kill animal shelter dedicated to finding homes for homeless cats and kittens.

Founded in 1994, SAFE Haven for Cats is Raleigh’s no-kill shelter and low-cost spay/neuter clinic. Since opening, SAFE Haven has orchestrated the adoptions of more than 16,000 cats and kittens and spayed or neutered over 60,000 animals in our clinic.

As a nonprofit organization, SAFE Haven relies heavily on donations from the community to support its lifesaving work and programs. To maximize the percentage of every dollar going directly to the care of the cats, we have only ten full-time paid staff members. All other work and love come from our dedicated volunteers.

Here are helpful links to other information you might want.

Contact Us
Hours, Locations and Who to Contact

Our Mission and Impact
Our History and Who We Are
Mission, Vision and Values
Impact Statement

About the People
Staff Directory
Board of Directors
Work With Us

News
SAFE Haven News

Newsletters
The Cat Chronicle
The Scratching Post

Financials and Policies
Annual Report and Tax Return (Form 990)
Policies

SAFE Haven Mission Statement

The mission of SAFE Haven for Cats is to use no-kill principles and education to save cats’ lives through rescue, adoption, spay / neuter services and community programs.

Upcoming Events

Valentine’s Day 2026 – Find Your Purrfect Match

February 13 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Meet cats of all ages who are ready for their forever homes. Sip on a mocktail while enjoying a pers...

Sips for Snips

February 21 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Raise a glass for a great cause! Join us for Sips for Snips at The Longleaf Hotel on Saturday, Febru...

2026 Tuxedo Cat Ball

April 10 @ 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Save the Date to celebrate at the Tuxedo Cat Ball with us on April 10th, 2026 With your continued he...