Companion Animal Fund

Companion Animal Fund CAF supports animal well-being through TNR programs and a pet food bank, providing essential supplies via local partners.

With all administrative costs covered, 100% of donations go directly to animals. Funds are managed by a 501(c)(3) foundation. The Companion Animal Fund, CAF, is a non-profit fund, with 100% of the monies going to help the organizations in need. All administrative costs are being paid for and provided by outside sources. The CAF is overseen by a board whose responsibility it is to raise money and d

etermine how these monies are distributed to needy groups. All groups have been personally scrutinized by members of the CAF. Click here to view the list of currently qualified recipients. All donations received by CAF are sent to the Charlottesville Area Community Foundation, which is a non-profit 501 C (3) Corporation that invests the money, handles and files all tax and business reports for CAF and many other local non-profit groups. The Charlottesville Area Community Foundation is a multi-million dollar fund which is well-trained in investing for non-profits (Please see their web site at www.cacfonline.org).

Thanks to Blue Ridge Farmers Co-op for helping us purchase dog and cat food in bulk. Since 2020 we have been focusing on...
05/18/2026

Thanks to Blue Ridge Farmers Co-op for helping us purchase dog and cat food in bulk.

Since 2020 we have been focusing on feeding the community's pets and partners like the Blue Ridge Farmer's Co-op, St. Anne's-Belfield School, , Animal Connection - All Natural Store for Healthy Pets and many others partner with us to make it a reality.

We had the best time at Green Dogs Unleashed  yard sale a few weeks ago. You can still support this incredible community...
05/13/2026

We had the best time at Green Dogs Unleashed yard sale a few weeks ago.

You can still support this incredible community organization by visiting their website or one of their many fun events.

CAFVA will be at the Green Dogs Unleashed Yard Sale & Local Vendor Market—and we’d love to see you there!📍 1171 N. Bosto...
04/24/2026

CAFVA will be at the Green Dogs Unleashed Yard Sale & Local Vendor Market—and we’d love to see you there!

📍 1171 N. Boston Road, Troy, VA
Saturday, April 25 | 8 AM – 4 PM
Sunday, April 26 | 8 AM – 3 PM

Stop by our table to learn more about what we do, how you can get involved, and ways we’re supporting pets and families in our community.

We are so grateful to the students and volunteers from .annesbelfield  for helping pack food for our neighborhood partne...
04/21/2026

We are so grateful to the students and volunteers from .annesbelfield for helping pack food for our neighborhood partners.

Because of your time, energy, and generosity, more families and community members will have access to the support they need for their pets.

It’s partnerships like these that make our work possible—and remind us how powerful it is when a community comes together to care for one another. Thank you for making a difference!

CAFVA is proud to provide bi-weekly food deliveries to Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry—helping ensure pets stay fed alongsid...
04/16/2026

CAFVA is proud to provide bi-weekly food deliveries to Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry—helping ensure pets stay fed alongside the families who love them.

At our most recent delivery, we provided:
🐶 776 lbs of dog food
🐱 331 lbs of cat food

That’s over 1,100 pounds of pet food going directly to families in need—keeping pets in homes and out of shelters.

We’re grateful to partner with Loaves & Fishes as we care for both people and their animals in our community.

Thanks to our incredible partners and volunteers, we successfully completed another Trap-Neuter-Release (TNR) effort!💙54...
04/13/2026

Thanks to our incredible partners and volunteers, we successfully completed another Trap-Neuter-Release (TNR) effort!

💙54 males neutered
💜52 females spayed

That’s 106 cats impacted—helping to improve the health of our community cats.

We’re so grateful for the support of
Cat Action Team
Old Dominion Animal Hospital Charlottesville
Together, we’re making a difference—one cat at a time.

02/04/2026

Volunteer Board Member Opportunity: Social Media & Marketing Coordinator
Organization: Companion Animal Fund (501(c)(3) Nonprofit)
Location: Charlottesville, Virginia (community-based; some remote work)
Commitment: Board position with monthly meetings + flexible volunteer hours

About Us
Companion Animal Fund is a Charlottesville-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to compassionate animal welfare and community outreach. We support our local community by hosting Trap-Neuter-Release (TNR) events twice a year to help manage and care for community cat populations, and by providing monthly pet food donations to organizations such as Loaves & Fishes and Meals on Wheels.

Board Role Overview
We are seeking a passionate and creative Volunteer Board Member to serve as our Social Media & Marketing Coordinator. This role is ideal for someone who wants to play a more active leadership role in a growing nonprofit while helping shape how we share our mission, impact, and programs with the Charlottesville community.

As a board member, you will participate in monthly board meetings and collaborate with fellow board members to support the organization’s growth, visibility, and outreach.

Responsibilities
Serve as a voting member of the Board of Directors

Attend and participate in monthly board meetings

Create and schedule content for social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, etc.)

Share our story through posts, photos, event highlights, and impact updates

Promote TNR events, food donation programs, and other community initiatives

Help develop basic marketing ideas to increase awareness, engagement, and community support

Collaborate with board members to ensure messaging is consistent and mission-aligned

Ideal Candidate
Interest in social media, marketing, communications, or nonprofit leadership

Comfortable using social platforms and creating engaging content

Organized, reliable, and able to work independently

Passionate about animal welfare and community service

Prior experience is welcome but not required

What You’ll Gain
Hands-on experience in nonprofit leadership and marketing

A meaningful opportunity to make an impact in the Charlottesville community

Flexible volunteer schedule outside of monthly meetings

Volunteer hours and references available

The satisfaction of supporting animals and neighbors in need

How to Get Involved
If you’re interested in joining our board and supporting Companion Animal Fund, we’d love to hear from you.
Please reach out with a brief introduction and any relevant experience to 434-981-0265 or email us at [email protected]

If anyone needs help for their outdoor pets this storm, reach out to GDU for help.
01/24/2026

If anyone needs help for their outdoor pets this storm, reach out to GDU for help.

We are so thankful to Gleaning For The World for their generous donation! Thank you guys so much for all the hard work y...
01/16/2026

We are so thankful to Gleaning For The World for their generous donation! Thank you guys so much for all the hard work you do!!

Address

811 Preston Avenue
Charlottesville, VA
22903

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