About

Lifesaving in Las Vegas

Homeward Bound Cat Adoptions is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing support and resources to both cats and people in our community.

Our History

Homeward Bound Cat Adoptions (Homeward Bound) was founded in 2007 as a foster-based rescue focused on finding homes for cats. For nearly 12 years, this small organization relied exclusively on volunteers to care for cats and complete adoptions at PetSmart and Petco stores. In 2019, Homeward Bound received funding to open its Flamingo Adoption Center and embarked on a transition from this foster-based structure. The 2,400 square foot facility allowed Homeward Bound to care for more cats and increase adoptions by providing a modern, free-roaming space to minimize stress, serve the individual needs of each cat, and set up both cats and adopters for success. To date, Homeward Bound has saved over 9,000 cats, including 850 cats in 2022.

Lifesaving Approach

Homeward Bound Cat Adoptions is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing support and resources to both cats and people in our community.

As a first priority, we strive to provide counseling, information, and access to services to keep cats in their homes and with the people who love them.

However, if cats cannot stay with their families or in their neighborhoods, we take great pride in providing a safe and caring placement program for cats who need us most. We prioritize our intake on cats most at risk – owned cats in need of rehoming; kittens who need specialized care; and cats who have been abandoned, are sick or injured, or are not thriving in the community.

We are committed to ensuring the highest level of attention and care for cats in accordance with the Five Freedoms of Animal Welfare and industry best practices; where each policy, procedure, and decision is based on compassion, the best available science, and the best interest and welfare of each cat.

We also focus on positively impacting the lives of our volunteers, employees, guests, and community members by cultivating a collaborative environment based on respect and a non-judgmental approach to services.

With a holistic approach to keeping cats with those who love them and caring for and finding appropriate placement for cats who truly need rehoming, Homeward Bound maximizes feline lifesaving and improves the lives of our community’s people and cats.

Meet the Team

Melissa Flack
Animal Operations Manager

As a licensed veterinary technician, Melissa brings comprehensive knowledge of cat care and medicine to Homeward Bound. As the former manager of a guest service department and an animal resource center, Melissa also has great skill in supporting both people and cats. She is just what Homeward Bound needs as we work to address resource and support gaps in our community.

Leona Grim
Community Support & Services Manager

With a background in animal welfare and guest services, Leona brings a unique skill set in providing support and building relationships with community members in need of assistance. Managing Homeward Bound’s Community Support and Services, she focuses on people – providing information and resources to keep cats with the people who love them, supporting adoptions by providing a respectful and a non-judgmental approach to guest services, and cultivating a highly trained and integrated volunteer team to best serve the needs of both people and cats.

Board of Directors

  • Mark Brandenburg
  • Kasefera Gunter
  • Tayler D. Bingham, Esq.

Join the Team

Homeward Bound is dedicated to providing support and resources to both cats and people in our community. We focus on positively impacting the lives of our team members, volunteers, guests, and community members by cultivating a collaborative environment based on respect and a non-judgmental approach to support and services.

Career Opportunities

Looking to join a small yet dedicated nonprofit cat rescue organization making a difference in sunny Las Vegas? Homeward Bound is looking for a passionate, people-friendly professional to join the team as the Executive Director! The position is responsible for overseeing our consistent achievement of our vision, mission, and financial objectives. It requires a strong focus on fundraising objectives to achieve lifesaving goals and ensure sustainability. Apply today, and best of luck!

Volunteer/Foster Opportunities

Partners and Supporters

We appreciate the generous support of our Partners, who help us save cats and serve the people who love them every day.

Grant Partners

Supplies

Events

Surprise! We’re Expecting!

To celebrate, you’re invited to a Kitten Shower! The fun-filled event aims to bring awareness about kittens in need, provide gifts to care for kittens who need it most, and increase the number of foster families available to save kitten lives.

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By the Numbers

Thanks to the amazing support of our community, Homeward Bound Cat Adoptions has the ability to positively impact the lives of thousands of people and cats.

VOLUNTEERS CAN DO ANYTHING

Homeward Bound Cat Adoptions is a volunteer-driven organization, which means that the care of our cats as well as raising awareness for what we do entirely depends on people like you. We would not exist without volunteers.