"You have to feel good about what you can do, even if you can't help them all. Every small effort makes a difference."

This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund.

In this episode, host Stacy LeBaron welcomes Karen Menczer, founder of Animal Kind International, an organization that supports animal welfare groups in under-resourced communities worldwide. Karen shares her journey from passionate dog lover to global cat advocate and details the challenges and triumphs of supporting local animal welfare organizations across 14 countries. From TNVR programs to veterinary care initiatives, she highlights the vital work being done for community cats and the importance of moral and financial support in the field. Tune in to learn how small actions can have a big impact on the global stage.

Press Play Now For:

• How Karen's love for dogs led her to become a cat advocate
• The origins and mission of Animal Kind International
• The challenges of supporting animal welfare in Africa and the Caribbean
• Why cats face unique struggles in many communities worldwide
• The importance of funding and moral support for grassroots rescue organizations
• How humane education is changing attitudes toward community cats
• The power of small grants and community-based animal welfare efforts

Resources & Links:

• Animal Kind International (https://www.animal-kind.org/)

Sponsor Links:

• Maddie's Fund (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/maddies607)

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