Welcome
“Everyone needs a little friend.”
– Bob Ross
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In a world where feral cats often go unnoticed and uncared for, we at Purrever Friends are on a mission to make their lives a little easier. Through Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return (TNVR) practices and by spreading awareness about its countless benefits, we aim to be the voice for these misunderstood souls. Sadly, many see feral cats as mere pests, overlooking the value they offer. Our volunteers see them as friends in need.
Imagine a life where every day is a struggle for survival, where basic necessities like food and shelter are constant challenges. For feral cats, this is their harsh reality. But just like our beloved domesticated companions, they too crave companionship and deserve compassion.
At Purrever Friends, we believe in the transformative power of friendship, not only for humans but for our feline friends as well. We invite you to join us in making a difference in these cats' lives. Together, we can create a world where every cat, no matter their background, has a chance to experience the warmth of friendship through kindness.
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Purrever Friends Rescue is a 501c3 nonprofit and 100% volunteer-run. We serve Greenville County, South Carolina. All donations are tax deductible. Our EIN is 99-1673289.
*Please note that Purrever Friends Rescue is primarily a resource. We are here to provide the support and tools you need to participate in efforts to manage feral cat populations. We will not fully remove cats from your property and cannot accept cats you have trapped.*
We need your help: Halle Berry
Not long after Purrever Friends Rescue was founded, we were asked to help a fellow rescuer by taking in a litter of kittens that had been found, abandoned by their mother, outside of a local church. These weeks-old kittens were incredibly sick with upper respiratory infections. It didn't seem likely they would survive. Cindy and Angie (but primarily Cindy) stayed up around the clock for days, nursing them back to health. It seemed likely three of the four kittens would lose all their eyes, but we were focused on keeping them alive. Miraculously, the kittens all survived with their eyes intact, but Halle Berry was the worst of all. She and Denzel now require a procedure to try to save their eyesight. We are fundraising for this surgery now.
Who we are
Our rescue was founded by two longtime friends (Angie and Cindy) who have seen firsthand the difference TNR can make in a community. In 2017, Cindy discovered a kitten in the parking lot of a local fast-food restaurant, and the rest—as they say—is history. With close to 300 cats TNRed since that time, we’ve seen aggressive male tomcats turn into friendly pussycats who greet us every day at feeding time, and we’ve prevented countless females from enduring difficult pregnancies. Our original colony of approximately 40 cats is now down to 6. Of course, we now care for multiple colonies—with more being discovered every day.
We’ve found close to 200 homes for kittens and strays who were socialized by volunteers. Each of our leadership volunteers are certified in TNR by the Community Cats Podcast. Our volunteers are also working closely with local governments to assist with TNR initiatives and possible legislation to have an even bigger impact in the community. Thanks to another founding member, Andres, and our amazing volunteer, Greyci, we also work with Spanish-speaking residents who need help with feral cats.
¡Bienvenidos! Nosotros hablamos español!
