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Friends of the Formerly Friendless, is a recognized California non-profit Animal Rescue organization. We are recognized by the State of California and the Internal Revenue Service as a 501(c) (3) non-profit. All contributions are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
The mission of this Organization/Network is:
- To find stable, responsible and loving homes for companion animals
- To alleviate the overpopulation problem in our communities by assisting in the current spay/neuter campaign
- Provide emergency foster care for animals at risk, in danger and/or caught in domestic violence/animal abuse situations
- Work cooperatively with County Animal Services to assist in placement of shelter animals
- Establish a mutual support network among rescue organizations and independent community rescuers
- Maintain an ongoing web site that consists of:
- Lost and Found site - attempts to link lost/stolen/stray animals with their owners
- Extra Special Pets Adoption Program (ESP) places pets with special needs in loving, responsible homes
- Short On Luck Program - provides emergency foster care for animals at risk, and/or victims of domestic violence or animal abuse
- Mobile Adoptions - provides mobile adoptions throughout the County at convenient scheduled locations
- Community Education - disseminates humane education materials in our communities
Who are the Friends of the Formerly Friendless
FFF was the culmination of a lifetime of a love for animals by the founder, her family, friends and fellow animal lovers. It received 501c3 status .as of August 9, 2001. The name "Friends of the Formerly Friendless” was chosen as both a recognition of the myriad of friendless animals in our communities, many of them underserved, and chosen as an embodiment of our commitment to those animals in our care that would not be "friendless" again.
The organization, F.F.F. operates as a coalition with community supporters, animal lovers, family, veterinarians and in rescue operations in cooperation with other Rescues throughout California. There are no paid staff from the funds collected. Contributions by community members, personal donations, fund raising etc. are used for the benefit of the animals. There is no comingling of funds
We strive to get sponsors for administrative costs or accept private donations to help cover the necessary costs of filings, vets, insurance, and some supplies. Our commitment is to the animals we serve. As a non profit, we are charged with that duty. As animal lovers and guardians we are committed to that.
We welcome all those interested in working with us to face the often daunting challenges Animal Rescue faces daily.
“Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened.”
― Anatole France
Currently, our Organization/Network is serving the feline populations in Contra Costa County. Hopefully, with further community support, we will be able to extend these services to other companion animals.
F.F.F. Policies |
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Adopting a FriendANNOUNCEMENT...
FFF HAS GONE MOBILE!
FFF will continue private showings/appointments through our HAVE CAT WILL TRAVEL PROGRAM to show our "Formerly Friendless Felines" until we can secure another monthly adoption site to be able "meet and meow" with our public.
We look forward to seeing you at our new locations.
We look forward to seeing you.
FFF STAFF
F.F.F. Programs & Services |
Have Cat, Will Travel
FRIENDS OF THE FORMERLY FRIENDLESS Embarked upon a new
and unique part of its Mobile Adoptions Program (M.A.P.) ... HAVE CAT WILL TRAVEL *.
This unique program expands the opportunities for adopters to
meet and get acquainted with cats/kittens that they see on our
websites and/or adoption site(s) in the privacy of their own
homes. Since most of us these days live increasingly mobile
lives, it made sense for FFF to become more mobile to provide
opportunities to meet and get to know our "formerly friendless
felines". What better place than in the prospective home where
they might live!
This unique opportunity gives FFF and the prospective adopter
the benefit of seeing the potential new, furry, family member
in their "home environment".
HERE'S HOW IT WORKS...
Beginning May 17, 2010, FFF began making appointments
for this new service. People would make these appointments by contacting FFF at (925) 808-8364 or
via [email protected].
A prior interview is required to mutually select the best match
for the living situation, client's preferences and prospective
cat/kittens' personality and needs. FFF will then bring up to
two cats/kittens for selection and a "home visit" to the prospective
home. Then a kitty "trial sleepover" is usually scheduled for
5-7 days, after which it will be determined by the client & FFF to proceed with adoption or to make another selection. All FFF cats/kittens are spayed/neutered, current on their vaccines
and have been combo tested. All FFF cats/kittens on "trial sleepovers"
will need to be kept inside ONLY for safety purposes. For the
health of all, resident cats in the prospective homes will need
to be current on vaccinations and tested also prior to the "trial
sleepover".
We look forward to meeting you and helping you find that new,
furry, feline family member(s) that melts your heart!
Hope to meet you soon,
FFF
* This service is dependent on Covid-19 restrictions
...As always, we hope to serve our "formerly friendless friends" |
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...and our communities |
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...with a sense of humor. |
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