
SIX YEARS OF LIFE-SAVING
Community makes rescue possible. Rescue saves the lives of the most vulnerable felines and transforms the lives of people in our community.
One night can make a life-saving, transformational difference.
On May 30, we hosted our 2nd annual gala, The Catalyst Ball. 200 supporters gathered in person on this life-saving night, expanding our circle of community and igniting the catalyst of compassion that propels the mission of Paws and Claws.
Together, we raised $155,000 for the felines relying on us.
Every dollar raised supports The Porchlight Fund—bridging the gap from rescue to home and expanding our ability to do more. Together, we’re lighting the path forward for the cats who depend on us now, for those still waiting for hope and rescue, and for the people who stand beside us in our mission.
Community makes rescue possible every day. Every day, rescue saves lives and transforms people.
Your presence can make every day possible. With you, one night made a life-saving, transformational difference—for felines and for people.
Together, we will be a catalyst for saving lives and building community.
THIS IS WHAT YOUR SUPPORT MAKES POSSIBLE
OUR MISSION
The mission of Paws and Claws Cat Rescue is to prevent and alleviate the suffering caused by abuse, neglect, and overpopulation.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Paws and Claws helps cats mentally and physically heal, and give them a chance to find love, a full life, and a forever home.
We are based in Evanston, Illinois, with the cats we rescue coming from all over the Chicagoland area, the greater Midwest region, and beyond.











