Ohlone Humane Society

Our small group of neighbors /volunteers teamed up with Ohlone HS at the end of June to control the population of the cats (abandoned pets and feral) in an area around Lake Elizabeth. Since then with help from our donors, we have removed from Central Park, fostered and found homes for 23 kittens and adult cats! We TNR'ed 11 additional adult cats- As of now, there are no more breeding females left unfixed in the area we cover and we are still working on fixing the final 4-5 males and the final 4 kittens that are being fostered, waiting patiently for their surgery time.

Ohlone covers the majority of the expenses for spaying & neutering, but we need to pay the copay, medications and vaccinations. These donations will directly go to Ohlone HS and will be used towards this project's copay and vaccinations.

Any donation will help make an impact. Thanks in advance for your contribution to this cause which means so much to us.

More information about Ohlone Humane Society: Ohlone Humane Society is a privately-funded 501(c)(3) animal welfare nonprofit serving Fremont, Newark and Union City.

We care for the animals and our community through humane programs including: Animal Assisted Therapy, Humane Education, Spay & Neuter Assistance, Shelter Assistance, Foster Kitten Adoption, Pet Meals on Wheels for Homeless, and our Wildlife Rehabilitation Center.

As one of the few humane societies to rescue and rehabilitate urban wildlife, we truly advocate for all animals.

Dear Neighbors and Supporters,

I'm sure you are all aware of the stray cat population in our neighborhood. It pains me to see new kittens and abandoned pets suffering greatly, especially in the frigid cold weather we've been experiencing.

That's why I am writing to ask for your help in supporting the Ohlone Humane Society's TNR program (Trap-Neuter-Return) for the stray cats in our community.

As you may know, TNR is a proven and effective method for controlling the population of stray cats, while also improving their quality of life. It involves trapping stray cats, getting them spayed or neutered, and then returning them to their original location. This helps to reduce the number of kittens born on the streets.

I have been actively working with a local TNR group to trap, spay/neuter, and return as many stray cats as possible, but the costs of these efforts can add up quickly.

Any donations you are able to make will go directly to the Ohlone Humane Society towards the costs of spaying and neutering these stray cats, as well as providing them with necessary medical care.

Your generosity will help us to make a real difference in the lives of these animals, and in the community as a whole.

Thank you in advance for your support. Together, we can make a positive impact on the lives of these stray cats and help to control their population in a humane and responsible way.

Sincerely,

Kristine

More information about Ohlone Humane Society: Ohlone Humane Society is a privately-funded 501(c)(3) animal welfare nonprofit serving Fremont, Newark and Union City.

We care for the animals and our community through humane programs including: Animal Assisted Therapy, Humane Education, Spay & Neuter Assistance, Shelter Assistance, Foster Kitten Adoption, Pet Meals on Wheels for Homeless, and our Wildlife Rehabilitation Center.

As one of the few humane societies to rescue and rehabilitate urban wildlife, we truly advocate for all animals.

I am Angela Hartman, the Director of the Ohlone Humane Society Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, which operates as a program of the Ohlone Humane Society, a 501(C) (3) non-profit serving the Fremont, Newark, and Union City areas for over 25 years.

 

OHSWRC’s mission is to ensure that any wild animal found injured, ill, or orphaned is given the care it needs and is rehabilitated to be released back to the wild. Since we opened in 1997, we have rehabilitated over 25,000 animals from the Tri-Cities. We support ourselves through donations, grants, memberships, and the 40 hardworking volunteers who show up 7 days a week to help these needy animals.

 

In 2020 we took in 844 injured and orphaned wild animals; in 2021, it was 861. We have often taken in wildlife outside our service area since the pandemic started. In addition, animal control from all over the Bay Area has been bringing us wildlife as local rehabilitation facilities are either closed or operating in a limited capacity.

We help so many different species of animals; it’s too many to mention here! Some of our recent patients include:
● raccoons , squirrels, opossums , skunks , foxes
● California native birds  of all kinds,
● waterfowl like egrets, ducks , geese, and herons
● many species of raptors, such as barn owls, great horned owls , and hawks

 

I aim to raise $120,000 to cover our 2023 annual operations costs. We need our community's to support us to keep running the wildlife center so you will continue to have a place to bring us injured and orphaned local wildlife.

 

Yearly Operations Cost Breakdown

Rent and Utilities 20%

Fresh Fruit, Vegetables, Eggs, Baby Bird and Milk Formulas 25%

Veterinarian Animal Exams and Medication 10%

Medical Equipment, Building Maintenance, Habitat Refurbishing 5%

Full-Time Wildlife Rehabilitator Center Manager & 2 Part-Time Employees 40%

Any amount you can donate will be appreciated because, in the end, it all adds up. When you contribute to this cause, you will help us fund another year of operations. This is a GoFundMe Certified Charity Campaign, your donation is tax-deductible, and you will receive a PayPal Giving Fund official donation receipt.

 

If you want to see what we do daily, follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

Caution: You might experience cuteness overload following us on social media.

 

Ohlone Humane Society has been the recipient of the following recognitions.

2022 California State Assembly Certificate of Recognition

2021 Alameda County Board of Supervisors Commendation

2021 Unsung Heroes Award

2021 Environmental Stewardship Award

2020 Community Heroes Award

 

I have been volunteering at OHSWRC for over 20 years. Volunteering at OHSWRC has been part of my life’s work and a way to give back to our community.

 

Angela Hartman, Director

Ohlone Humane Society Wildlife Rehabilitation Center

37175 Hickory Street Newark, CA 94560

Web https://ohlonehumanesociety.org/

Additional ways to give can be found here.

Non-profit ID #94-2894323

 

When  I moved to Fremont a few months ago, I  immediately noticed more stray/feral cats around the area than any other place I’ve lived. I've seen everything from kittens to disabled cats to those in good shape to others in not so good shape. Unfortunately, I've seen their numbers increase, which I'm sure is due to the lack of TNR (trap, neuter, release) appointments and services available due to the pandemic. I alone do not have the capacity to TNR them myself so I have just been feeding them. Specifically the big cat colony by my apartment building. Seeing them every night just broke my heart- especially since the overpopulation of stray/feral cats is caused by people either abandoning them or haven’t bothered to spay or neuter their pets.  

When I began to notice their water bowls  were being refilled sometimes, and traces of food being left behind, I assumed others were feeding them as well. (Below are just some of the cats)

 

 

 

 

So I went on the NextDoor app to see if I can possibly set up a feeding schedule with those that may be feeding them.  Little did I know, the post would take on a life of its own. I was overwhelmed with the responses I got from people wanting to do everything from purchasing cat food, to just providing some kind supportive words. A few of them sent links to request TNR services through the Ohlone Humane Society. So that I did! I'm working with them in helping get this issue under control. I've seen approximately 12-15 cats at a time, but was told there could be far more.

 

Your donations will be used to cover the $35 copay per surgery as well as additional medical expenses as required. Any donation in excess of what is needed for this trapping project will be used by the Ohlone Humane Society for trapping projects in other areas. This service will not only help control the overpopulation, but will improve the quality of life for these cats, wildlife and people around them. 

 

Thank you in advance for your donation and in helping keep the stray/feral cat population under control and allowing these cats to live a better life.

 

Ohlone Humane Society is a privately-funded 501(c)(3) animal welfare nonprofit serving Fremont, Newark and Union City.

We care for the animals and our community through humane programs including: Animal Assisted Therapy, Humane Education, Spay & Neuter Assistance, Shelter Assistance, Foster Kitten Adoption, Pet Meals on Wheels for Homeless, and our Wildlife Rehabilitation Center.

As one of the few humane societies to rescue and rehabilitate urban wildlife, we truly advocate for all animals