Volcano Cat Sanctuary

Volcano Cat Sanctuary Volcano Cat Sanctuary is a 501c3 nonprofit cat rescue committed to the well-being of all animals on Hawai'i Island.

We are currently fostering kittens ages 4 weeks to 12 weeks, and building a cat sanctuary to permanently house Hawai'i Island's cats.

09/03/2026

We usually don’t know the full story of a kitten’s journey before they come to us.
But even with that being true, Moke stands out as having gone through something very scary prior to coming into our care.
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You can see here that he has a piece of his right ear missing, looking like it was torn or bitten off.
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The life of a rescue kitten can be very dangerous, from day one.
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We’re so glad this little tough guy with the softest spirit is now in our care.
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Moke is currently on a health hold, for obvious reasons.
But he’s already so sweet and social with our crew.
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Stay tuned for Moke’s recovery process, and reach out if you’d like to consider this little guy for your ‘ohana, when he’s ready.

ANNOUNCING: Paint & Purr September! *Join us for “Paint & Purr” September Edition with artist Laurie Bauers, at One Gall...
09/03/2026

ANNOUNCING: Paint & Purr September!
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Join us for “Paint & Purr” September Edition with artist Laurie Bauers, at One Gallery in Hilo, Saturday, September 12th.
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We decided to cancel our August P & Ps, due to the threat of another storm, which understandably had folks focusing at home and on preparing. We’ve got all our fingers and toes crossed that the weather will cooperate, and we can come together to be in community, de-stress a little, all while supporting animal rescue work.
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Enjoy a selection of libations and treats in this inspiring gallery environment, as Laurie will be guiding everyone in painting the custom painting she created for this event.
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This time we’ll be painting a chillaxing hammock kitty, sipping on the perfect tropical mocktail, with a lovely Hawai’i sunset glow in the background, showing us what work-life balance is meant to look like!
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So come join us for painting, sipping, and socializing, all while helping a good cause, our cat rescue and sanctuary work here on the Big Island of Hawai’i.
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Get your tickets ahead of time - none available at the door.
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When: Saturday, September 12th, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
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Where: ONE GALLERY
186 Kamehameha Ave, Hilo
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Get your tickets using the following link:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/volcano-cat-sanctuary-august-paint-and-purr
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Help save lives, have fun, and kick back with a tasty beverage and cats for some end of summer destressing!
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Meet four more kitten cuties who are going to need new homes, very soon! (and some name ideas?????)*There are some rescu...
09/02/2026

Meet four more kitten cuties who are going to need new homes, very soon!
(and some name ideas?????)
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There are some rescue angels in our community who sort of “adopt” an area with a lot of ferals and strays, and try to get as many of them healthy, spayed, neutered, and adopted out. Nobody is paying them to do this. You know who you are, and we appreciate you.
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These four cuties came to us from one such angel.
She worked closely with them to get them socialized and comfy with human cuddles, and now that they’ve been in our care that work continues!
But honestly, she did such a great job that they’re all pretty mellow and snuggly at this point, both with humans, and with each other.
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These two tuxies are quite the twinsie brothers!
Then we’ve got two tortie sisters, each with unique gorgeous patterns.
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We’re accepting applications for adoption for all four of this crew (just send us a DM), and also taking votes on names in the comments!

STARTING TODAY!!!If you’re shopping at Foodland or Sack N Save during the month of September, you can support Volcano Ca...
09/02/2026

STARTING TODAY!!!
If you’re shopping at Foodland or Sack N Save during the month of September, you can support Volcano Cat Sanctuary!
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It’s GIVE ALOHA, Foodland’s annual gift matching program, and it’s easy peasy to participate…
If you donate through this program, whatever you give (up to $249) will be MATCHED. So you can conveniently donate while you do your grocery shopping, and your donation will be doubled if you do it this month!
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Anytime you shop at either Foodland or Sack N Save, here’s how you can make a donation at checkout:
Make sure you are an enrolled Maika’i member, and enter your code for that.
Use our code 79197 (for Volcano Cat Sanctuary) to designate who you want the money to go to.
Donate up to $249, and a portion will be MATCHED by Foodland!
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It’s that simple!
Take a screenshot of this so that next time you go to Foodland or Sack N Save during the month of September, your donation to our rescue efforts will go a little farther!
All September long!
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Thank you for your support as we work on the final stages of building our new sanctuary site.

Meet Goldie, Sol, and Iddy Biddy! *Goldie wandered onto the finder’s property while she was pregnant, and had some face ...
09/01/2026

Meet Goldie, Sol, and Iddy Biddy!
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Goldie wandered onto the finder’s property while she was pregnant, and had some face offs with his other cats, but was super affectionate.
She clearly felt safe at their home, because she gave birth very soon after!
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Good mama that she is, she surely knew the time was coming, and sought out a place that would be protected and kind to her.
She gave birth to four adorable kittens, two of which we are helping to rehome along with mama Goldie! All three, mama and her two kittens, are being actively socialized by their foster, and doing SO well.
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Personalities:
Goldie is a golden orange tabby mama who loves cuddles and would be very happy as an only kitty at home, to dote on her person and not share her home with other cats. She is very cuddly and loves to give kisses, and is also vocal.
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Sol, her little orange and white boy is very playful and independent. He’s interested in people, but spends a lot of his time rough housing with siblings, or exploring the big wide world of his foster home.
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Iddy Biddy, her little dilute tortie girl is playful and observant. She sometimes likes to sit at her foster’s feet and just stare at up at him. Who knows what profound kitten calculations she is doing in her head, but she would definitely win a staring contest. She’s still sometimes fussy and wriggly when she’s picked up, but she’s getting on board with the idea that being held is actually quite pleasant.
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All three of these sweeties are currently available for pre-adoption. So if you’d like to submit interest, send us a DM, or comment below!

These two. We are SO beyond happy that these two have finally made their way to their adoptive home! *Felix and Leeno we...
08/29/2026

These two. We are SO beyond happy that these two have finally made their way to their adoptive home!
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Felix and Leeno were two magical little orange tabbies who were found UP A BANANA TREE, skinny, infested with fleas and parasites, crying out for help.
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They came into our care, they healed, they played, and gratefully they were able to move into a wonderful foster home in order to continue blooming.
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And then…they waited, and waited.
Okay, it wasn’t exactly awful, because they were in a happy home, and had endless cuddles and play fighting time with each other.
But as rescuers we know, even if they don’t, that it is just temporary.
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Each big move is a significant adjustment for kitties. And while we can do things to help prepare them and ease the transition, nothing will totally prevent the impact of another big house change.
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This is why, we are SOOOO happy to announce, that Felix & Leeno have not only been adopted, but are now in their adoptive home, landing at last.
We love you sweet beautiful boys!
Your new human family is so lucky to have you, and we're so grateful to them for adopting you!

We had a cute little request come our way, from a family who wanted to support our rescue work by having a kitty themed ...
08/28/2026

We had a cute little request come our way, from a family who wanted to support our rescue work by having a kitty themed birthday party, including donations and bringing awareness to our work!
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Of course we wanted to find a way to make it work, because what a wonderful request!
There’s just nothing like animal-loving keiki, and the parents and adults that encourage them!
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We put our heads together, and came up with a few ideas, and thankfully one of them ended up working out really well!
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Adorable kitties, cat ears, temporary tattoos, and donations from our youngest kitty fans came together into a heart warming event.
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Thank you to the family who approached us for it!
You know who you are!

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Pahoa, HI
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+18088952202

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