Hello! I’m Dana, and this is one of my neighborhood’s community cats, Len.

Len has been living on the streets of Williamsburg, Brooklyn for at least six years. For a long time, she kept her distance; but over the past year, she’s slowly learned to trust me. She would come running over for pets and love from me and my rescue dog whenever she heard us, and she often tried to follow us home.

Watching Len struggle was heartbreaking. There were days when she was so hungry she tripped over my feet in excitement for food. She’d come right up to my door, clearly wanting safety and comfort, but she was just a little too scared to step inside.

Then, on 1/30/26 — WE GOT HER!! She’s been out in the cold for so long, and she is so wary of traps. So many things got in our way. Through it all she remained so sweet, and clearly wanted love. That night when she came to greet me, I knew I had to try to pick her up, and (somehow) hang on until I could get her to safety. I got our dog’s crate and put some of her favorite food in the back. Then I went halfway up the block to join her. When petting her, I just picked her up and held her tight against my coat. She protested a little, but then just buried her head in my shoulder. I made my way back to the cage as quickly as possible, telling her it would all be okay. The transfer from my arms to the cage was when I was most worried that she might get away. But somehow I got her into the dog crate, got the door closed, covered it up with a blanket and brought it inside. Minutes later Alli arrived, and was able to get her from the crate to a cat carrier, and then took her home to decompress in safety and warmth.

I’m incredibly grateful that Becky, Alli and the amazing team at Greenpoint Cats agree that Len is a ready for an indoor life. They guided me through every step of the process as we tried to catch her and she is now in Alli’s extremely capable hands as they facilitating her vetting. They have a foster home ready for her, which means she will finally be warm, safe, and cared for while she waits to be adopted.

The challenge is the cost. For a senior cat who has spent years surviving outdoors, basic vetting alone typically ranges from $800–$1,200. Beyond that, we already know she needs imaging due to an enlarged liver. I’ll share all costs once we know them. I wish I could adopt Len myself, but I’m unable to — and so far, no one in my immediate circle can either. That’s why I’m asking for help.

Greenpoint Cats has so many cats in their care right now that they are not able to fund her medical bills; which is where your much-needed help comes in!

Incredibly grateful to Alli for her expertise, calm and compassion; Len could not be in better hands. Also incredibly grateful for your support!