<div><strong> Help Us Build a Safe Haven for Belgium’s Stray Cats</strong>
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<div>In Belgium, many stray cats are left without help, and too few resources exist to support them.
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<div>We are working to change that.
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<div>Right now, we are transforming a simple garage into a dedicated cat shelter: a safe place where cats can recover, feel secure, and get a second chance at life. 
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<div>With your help, this space will become a true sanctuary, including:
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<div>• Safe quarantine areas for sick and vulnerable cats
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<div>• Proper insulation to keep them warm during winter
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<div>• Windows and ventilation for light and fresh air
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<div>• Enrichment spaces with platforms and walkways to play and feel safe
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<div>Every donation helps us bring this project to life.
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<div><em>Even €1 makes a difference, for us, and for the cats who have nowhere else to go.</em>
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<div>Together, we can turn this space into a place of safety, care, and hope.
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<div><strong>Donate or share to support our mission</strong>
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<div><strong> How Your Donations Will Help</strong>
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<div>Your support will go directly toward building this shelter:
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<div>Doors &amp; windows: €3,100
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<div>Walls &amp; insulation: €1,500
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<div>Heating (radiators &amp; water lines):  €1,300
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<div>Quarantine areas: €460
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<div>Platforms &amp; enrichment: €390
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<div>Sink &amp; airflow: €160
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<div>Interior setup: €340
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<div>Lighting &amp; electrical: €350
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<div><strong>Total: €7,600</strong>
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<div> Who We Are
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<div>Our journey began nearly six years ago, when we found a small puppy alone in the mountains of Montenegro.
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<div>That moment opened our eyes to the reality stray animals face—and inspired us to take action.
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<div>We started by helping animals abroad find loving homes, but soon realized the need was just as urgent here in Belgium.
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<div>Last year, we became a recognized shelter, focusing on local rescues in areas like Gavere, where support is limited.
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<div>Many cats here are born into difficult conditions, especially farm cats that are not sterilized, leading to endless litters and growing stray populations.
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<div>We often find mothers struggling to care for their young without safety or support.
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<div>Our mission is to give these cats a safe place to recover, receive care, and learn to trust, so they can eventually find a loving home.
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<div>Because every cat deserves more than just survival, they deserve a life.
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Marie Maes

Leonor Baptista

From Garage to Sanctuary: Give Stray Cats a Second Chance

Still €1,975 to go. Help us build momentum.