We’ve Moved! GNHCP Has a New Home

We’re thrilled to share some exciting news with our extended GNHCP family: The Greater New Haven Cat Project has moved to a new home as of Fall 20205!

We moved to1874 Middletown Avenue in Northford, CT—a beautiful building with a pavilion, a parking lot, and a nice yard.

This long-awaited move marks an incredible milestone for our small but mighty organization. It gives us room to deepen our impact, better care for the cats who need us most, and create new opportunities for community engagement in the future.

While we’ve completed the move, there are still plenty of needs in the space to make it truly our own. Please check out our Go Fund Me Page to help us with funds to improve the space and get supplies to keep the space tidy, clean, and cat-friendly.

Support us on GoFundMe

You can also purchase items for the Center directly from our Amazon Wishlist or our Chewy Wishlist

Our Mission

We are dedicated to improving the lives of stray, abandoned, and feral cats

The Greater New Haven Cat Project, Inc. (GNHCP) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of stray, abandoned, and feral cats in the Greater New Haven area of Connecticut.

  • To accomplish this goal, we are active in the following areas:

  • Trap/neuter/return (TNR) of feral cats

  • Hosting educational workshops and providing information/resources related to caring for outdoor cats

  • Responding to telephone calls for spay/neuter and TNR assistance

  • Caring for our foster cats

  • Promoting responsible pet ownership

  • Writing grants to fund our spay/neuter and TNR programs  

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Upcoming Events

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Pasta Night with BCC & GNHCP 2026
Mar 25
Pasta Night with BCC & GNHCP 2026

The Branford Compassion Club and the Greater New Haven Cat Project are hosting a “Purr-oni” Dinner! Tickets are $30. Click to learn more!

From Pets to Wildlife: Be Kind to Animals
Apr 11
From Pets to Wildlife: Be Kind to Animals

Join Green Chimneys and the Greater New Haven Cat Project for an afternoon filled with interactive activities promoting a humane attitude and respect for all animals.

Yes, You Can Talk to Animals: The Basics of Animal Communication from Your Pets Perspective
May 2
Yes, You Can Talk to Animals: The Basics of Animal Communication from Your Pets Perspective

Join The Greater New Haven Cat Project and Donna Velardi, Certified Animal Massage Therapist & Communicator, to discuss the techniques of animal communication and the “dos” and “don’ts.”

The Great Give
May 6
The Great Give

On May 6–7, help us celebrate #TheGreatGive! Your support helps tame and community cats!

A 36 hour, online giving event to support local nonprofits

Visit, Donate, Share @ www.gnhcp.org/greatgive

GNHCP Tag Sale
May 16
GNHCP Tag Sale

The Greater New Haven Cat Project is hosting a Tag Sale, Saturday, May 16, 9 am to 3 pm, The Greater New Haven Cat Project Center 1874 Middletown Ave, Northford, CT.

  • New Haven residents began a neighborhood effort to feed feral cats and launched a small-scale Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) program using personal garages as temporary shelters.

  • Following a feral cat conference in New Haven, the organization officially established its policies, procedures, and mission statement.

  • GNHCP acquired 501(c)(3) non-profit status in February and launched the first edition of the CATmatters newsletter.

  • Established to provide exceptional medical care for rescued cats, inspired by a 4-month-old kitten named Tommy who required a life-saving ultrasound.

    • The first physical center opened in New Haven in December, serving as a hub for adoptions, volunteer activities, and community education.

    • The organization's first website was also launched this year.

  • The GNHCP Center relocated from New Haven to Northford to provide more space for cat care and future plans for an on-site spay/neuter clinic.

  • Celebrating three decades of humanely addressing cat overpopulation through low-cost spay/neuter programs and community education.

1993: Grassroots Beginnings

Local residents began feeding neighborhood feral cats and launched a small-scale Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) program. Neighbors turned personal garages into temporary shelters and collaborated with local veterinarians, funding all expenses out of their own pockets.

1996: Mission Established

Following a feral cat conference in New Haven, the organization officially drafted its mission. Policies and procedures were formalized, and a foster home network was established to facilitate adoptions.

1998: Non-Profit Status

GNHCP acquired official 501(c)(3) status in February. This year also marked the launch of the first edition of the CATmatters newsletter to raise community awareness.

1999: The Tommy Fund

Named after a kitten requiring life-saving care, this fund was created for medical emergencies. Today, the fund continues to provide care for rescued cats needing exceptional treatments like surgery or chronic illness management.

2000: The First Center

The first physical GNHCP Center opened in New Haven. Serving as a hub for adoptions and education, the organization also launched its very first website this year.

2025: A New Chapter

The Center relocated from New Haven to a larger facility in Northford. This move provides the space needed for enhanced cat care and future plans for an on-site spay/neuter clinic.

1993

GNHCP traces its beginnings to neighborhood efforts in New Haven[cite: 1, 4]. Residents began feeding feral cats and converted garages into temporary shelters[cite: 5, 7].

1996

A feral cat conference led to the official establishment of GNHCP[cite: 8, 9]. Mission statements and policies were drafted, and a foster network was formed[cite: 9, 10].

1998

Acquired 501(c)(3) status and launched the CATmatters newsletter[cite: 11, 17]. The newsletter was introduced to raise awareness of the organization's mission[cite: 17].

1999

The Tommy Fund was introduced for cats needing exceptional care[cite: 18, 19]. Named after "Tommy," a kitten requiring a crucial ultrasound[cite: 18].

2000

Grand opening of the New Haven Center and the first website launch[cite: 11, 18]. The center became the focal point for adoptions and community information[cite: 11].

2025

GNHCP Center relocated from New Haven to Northford[cite: 14]. This move creates new opportunities and plans for an on-site spay/neuter clinic[cite: 15].

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Trap Neuter & Return (TNR)

The mission of GNHCP is to seek to end the suffering of feral, stray and abandoned cats through the practice of trap/neuter/return (TNR) but also to educate our community ethically about the importance of animal welfare.

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Low-Cost Spay/Neuter

GNHCP offers low-cost spay/neuter services for tame cats.

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Adopt a Feline Friend

If you're looking for a new feline friend to brighten up your life, we have many cats in foster care who would love to share your home.

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Current Sponsored Fosters

CAN’T Adopt? SPONSOR A FOSTER!

Allergic to cats? Can't have your own where you live? You can still get your "cat fix" via our virtual sponsorship program. For a $150 donation, you can sponsor a GNHCP cat of your choosing for one year. You'll receive:

  • An official framed certificate & thank you letter in the mail

  • Emailed quarterly updates about your cat's progress (& lots of cute photos)

Your support goes towards the care of your sponsored cat, as well as the other GNHCP fosters. It's the purr-fect way to support a cat in need, even if you're unable to bring them home yourself. Plus, you’ll receive a "happy at home" follow-up once they find their furever home.
To sponsor a cat, follow the link below & include their name in the "Description Field" when you check out.

Additional Resources

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Learn more about about these topics on our Resources page:

Feral Cats and TNR

Children’s Educational Materials and Activities

Cat Owner Resources

More Animal Rescues

Animals and the Law

Resources

Newsletter

CATmatters newsletter

Our Fall 2025 Newsletter is here!

Read the Full Newsletter and Find Past Issues By Clicking Here

Ways to Support GNHCP

SINCE 1996, GNHCP HAS BEEN ABLE TO PROVIDE SPAY/NEUTER AND VETERINARY ASSISTANCE TO MORE THAN 13,440 FERAL AND STRAY CATS IN THE GREATER NEW HAVEN AREA.

Find out how you can support GNHCP

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Recognitions

GNHCP has been chosen as the best Animal Rescue Service in the 2018 Best of New Haven Awards! We have also received the 2021 GuideStar Silver Seal of Transparency

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GNHCP Vegetarian Menu Policy

GNHCP is an Animal Place's Food for Thought Program policy leader. We are dedicated to improving the lives of stray, abandoned, and feral cats. Since we love and respect all animals, we serve exclusively vegetarian food at all our sponsored events and fundraisers.

Learn more about Animal Place's Food for Thought Program here.