Forgotten Felines of the Florida Keys
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Hope is Where the Heart Is

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Making a Difference

At Forgotten Felines of the Florida Keys Inc, our unwavering mission is to provide a secure and loving sanctuary for cats in need. Ever since our establishment, we have remained steadfast in our commitment to TNVR, rescuing, and feeding community cats across the Florida Keys. With the unwavering support of our dedicated volunteers and staff, we have successfully TNVR'd a total of 275 cats from Marathon to Key West since January 2023. We strongly believe that every cat deserves a life free from suffering and neglect, and we work tirelessly to ensure that this becomes a reality. We urge you to join our mission to create a brighter future for these forgotten felines.

Get to Know Us

Here at Forgotten Felines of the Florida Keys Inc, we are driven to do our part in making the world a better place. Forgotten Felines is a non-profit organization established in 1997 by concerned Middle Keys citizens to help homeless and abandoned cats.
Our primary goal is to trap, spay/neuter and treat homeless and abandoned cats.
Programs such as ours have been proven successful at reducing feline homelessness all over the United States and Europe. The mission of Forgotten Felines is to provide veterinary care and food to homeless and abandoned cats in the Middle Keys.
We practice the humane and effective method of TNR: trap, spay/neuter and return. We offer adoption of cats and kittens when available.
Forgotten Felines also strives to educate the public on the importance of proper cat care and assists low-income Middle Keys residents with proper cat care so eventually no cat will be homeless or abandoned.

WAYS WE HELP

The Focus of Our Efforts

TNR

FEEDING

MEDICAL

ADOPTIONS

COMMUNITY OUTREACH

Your support is vital to our work at Forgotten Felines of the Florida Keys. There are many ways you can contribute towards our activities, and every little bit that you commit goes a long way in helping us fulfill our mission. Learn more about how you can get involved by exploring the opportunities below.

Get Involved

Thank you for your interest in supporting Forgotten Felines of the Florida Keys Inc. Your contribution is invaluable to our mission of helping cats in need. There are many ways you can get involved and make a difference. Together, we can create a better future for these forgotten felines.

Fundraise

Are you passionate about helping cats and want to make a lasting impact? Fundraising is a powerful way to support our cause. By organizing events, campaigns, food drives or online fundraisers, you can raise funds that will directly benefit the cats in our care. Join us in making a difference, one donation at a time.

Raise Awareness

We believe that raising awareness is key to creating a compassionate community for cats. By spreading the word about our organization and the issues faced by stray and abandoned cats, you can help us reach more people who can make a difference. Together, we can educate, advocate, and change lives.

Volunteer

Are you ready to make a hands-on impact? Become a volunteer and be a part of our dedicated team. Whether it's helping with cat care, assisting with trapping, or providing transportation to clinics, your time and skills will directly contribute to the well-being of our feline friends. Join us in making a positive difference in the lives of cats in the Florida Keys.

IN THE NEWS

Want more details about what we do? Scroll below to find stories and the latest updates about how our work is helping make an impact. We invite you to learn more about our efforts and help spread the word about our important cause.

FROM IDEA TO REALITY: THE EVOLUTION OF FORGOTTEN FELINES OF THE FLORIDA KEYS INC

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INTERVIEW WITH FORGOTTEN FELINES OF THE FLORIDA KEYS INC PRESIDENT AND VICE PRESIDENT

MEET OUR VOLUNTEERS

The Faces of Our Organization

Meet our Board of Directors

Our dedicated team of experienced volunteers are at the heart of what we do, utilizing their unique skills and passion to move the work of our Non-Profit forward. Without them, Forgotten Felines of the Florida Keys would not be where it is today. Meet some of our team members below.

Team

Dedication. Expertise. Passion.

meet our board of directors

President/Director

Megan Hughes

I got involved with Forgotten Felines approximately 13 years ago after moving to 105th Street. I started assisting with the trapping process and then began volunteering and helping with trapping cats and fostering. Not long after Hurricane Irma, I partially took over Forgotten Felines and worked hard to create an impact and educate the public. I have since turned my vacant lot into the "cat lot" as it holds the shed where we hold cats for TNR. As well as being the main location, I have taken in kittens and unwanted cats into my gym. I recently reconstructed the Board of Directors and have taking the lead in making Forgotten Felines the best I can. I enjoy music, dancing, animals, and the ocean!

Vice President/Director

Erin Buckley

As many of us, after hurricane Irma I was displaced from my home but more importantly to me, without pets for the first time in my life. That’s when I learned about Megan’s involvement with Forgotten Felines, I immediately took interest in the program and learning the process to help reduce the feral cat population. After countless encounters of rescuing kittens throughout our community, I thought it would be fun to help TNR the feral cats here in my home town. My passion does not stop at cats but also consists of reptiles and dogs.

Secretary/Director

Valerie Eikenberg

Years ago I was volunteering at the FKSPCA in Marathon and I inquired about the cats in the next room that had been brought in with white sheets covering their cages. It was explained to me that a group called Forgotten Felines had brought them and they were feral cats that were here to be spayed and neutered. Shortly thereafter I bought my first trap and the rest is history.

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Treasurer/Chairperson

Karen Liskey

I moved to the Keys in 1987 and purchased a home on Grassy Key in 1993. I raised my daughter and son there, both graduates of Marathon High. After moving in I began seeing dozens of cats in the area. I began trapping with the help of a neighbor to get them spayed and neutered. That was the start of my involvement with TNR and when Forgotten Felines was organized I became active trapping with them. I recently moved to Big Pine and have been trapping in my new neighborhood. I work as a Realtor with Key Colony Beach Realty since 1999. I enjoy biking, hiking, fishing, and birdwatching.

Chairperson

Melissa Johnson

Hello there! I am Melissa Johnson 🐾 I'm a dedicated cat lover with a heart full of admiration for our furry feline friends. Ever since I can remember, cats have held a special place in my life, bringing joy, comfort, and endless entertainment.

I have merged my passion for cats and volunteering by dedicating my time to Forgotten Felines.
Spaying and neutering not only help control the population of stray and homeless cats but also contribute to their overall health and happiness. By preventing unplanned litters, we ensure that every cat has a chance to find a loving forever home, where they can thrive and be cherished just like mine.
I'm honored to be a part of this cause, working to make the world a better place for our furry feline friends.

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It is so easy to fall into a pattern of apathy as we go through our lives. Our organization was born out of a commitment to stop passing over the real issues of society, and deal with them head on. We have set out to aid those who need it most. Forgotten Felines of the Florida Keys is here to help, and we believe that change is possible when we put our hearts and minds to it.

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