Sponsor a HART Cat

Can't have a cat of your own? Want to give a thoughtful gift to send to the cat lover in your life?

Sponsoring a HART cat is a great opportunity to support the shelter and have a direct impact on the lives of our residents who live at the shelter while they await adoption. Once we receive your sponsorship, our program coordinator will send you, or a recipient of your choice, a photo of your sponsored cat, with their information and a hand-written thank you card or email.

Questions? Email us at catsponsorships@hartofme.org

PLEASE NOTE: Sponsorships are symbolic and not exclusive. 100% of the proceeds generated from this program directly help ALL HART cats, including the one you choose to sponsor.

One-Time
Sponsorships
$15+

sponsor one-time

Senior Cat
Sponsorships
$50

sponsor a senior

Monthly Cat
Sponsorships
$15+/month

Sponsor monthly

Annual Cat
Sponsorships
$150/year

Sponsor Annually

Meet the HART cats you can currently sponsor…

ALBERT is a sweet, dark brown senior tabby with extra toes on all four paws. He came to HART through no fault of his own. Though initially sad, he’s now relaxed and shows his gentle, affectionate nature. Albert loves human attention, catnip toys, and curling up in a cozy cat tree. While he came in with his brother, Theodore, they aren’t bonded, though they’d make a great pair if adopted together. Albert has some age-related needs (eye care, occasional fluids, and a limited-ingredient duck diet). Albert is waiting for his quiet and loving forever home. Sponsor Albert: one-time | monthly | annually | senior

AMELIA is a beautiful senior white and gray cat who was surrendered due to a family change. Originally a feral cat, she first appeared at her former home as a young mother with kittens and gradually adjusted to indoor life, eventually bonding closely with her owner. Since arriving at HART, Amelia has made incredible progress. Initially shy, she has blossomed with the support of the Shy Angels team, now enjoying playtime and eagerly coming over for treats—her favorite! Amelia would thrive in a quiet, loving home with a patient person who will let her continue to feel safe and loved.
Sponsor Amelia: one-time | monthly | annually | senior

ANNABELLE is a gorgeous long-haired girl that is starting to relax in her new digs at HART. She has been very nervous but does like to play and seems to want love and attention but can also strike out when she is scared or unhappy. She is a pretty passive girl with her roommates and likes to keep to herself. Our Shy Angels socialization team is working with Annabelle to show her that she does not need to be scared of us. They have made strides even getting her to eat treats from their hands or play with a feather and the laser pointer toys. Sponsor Annabelle: one-time | monthly | annually

BLACKBEARD is a handsome, FIV-positive guy who came to HART from our animal rescue partners in Pennsylvania. He has the big puffy cheeks of a formerly intact male cat, and impressively long whiskers! Blackbeard is a very confident cat with a cool and calm attitude. His favorite part of having human friends is their shoes! He just can’t get enough of them. Blackbeard can be found right at your feet rubbing his head across the top of your sneakers. If he wants you to stick around, he may give you a playful swipe if you try to walk away. Sponsor Blackbeard: one-time | monthly | annually

BUDDY is a charming male tabby with a white chest and striking green eyes. A Tennessee native, he came to Maine to find his forever home. Buddy quickly adjusted to shelter life, showing his friendly, playful nature and love for attention. Buddy takes medication for allergies and a duck diet and is on a low dose of gabapentin for stress. He’s incredibly friendly, however he’s kind of a wall-flower and just likes to chill and watch his roommates. Buddy is looking for his forever home.
Sponsor Buddy: one-time | monthly | annually | senior

CALLIE is a beautiful calico senior kitty with the loudest purr you’ll ever hear! She tends to keep to herself when it comes to her roommates, however, she loves attention (and treats) from humans. She likes to play, especially with the feather toy or anything interactive... she is a very skilled hunter. Callie enjoys her own space and usually likes to bask in the sunshine up on a perch or in a condo where she can observe all thats happening in her room while waiting for her next visitor to give her some tasty treats and pets. Sponsor Callie: one-time | monthly | annually | senior

CHRIS is a handsome gray and white cat who returned to HART when his owner’s health declined. Curious and observant, Chris enjoys watching his surroundings and is a gentle sweetheart who craves love, especially from his feline friends—he’s often found curled up beside them. When nervous, he paces in leftward circles, a behavior believed to be neurological. Though very fearful of being picked up, Chris is affectionate if his boundaries are respected. He also loves to play with toys, either with other cats or on his own. He’s looking for a home where he can have a kitty snuggle buddy to cuddle with.
Sponsor Chris: one-time | monthly | annually | senior

CRUSH is a very handsome and active, diabetic cat who transferred to HART from a rescue in MA. When he arrived at HART, he had some medical hurdles to overcome, including having his eye removed due to a tumor (melanoma). Missing his eye does not slow him down at all. Friendly and social, this orange tabby boy loves getting attention from everyone. We consider him to be a cat with no sense of personal space—he often just pushes himself into the middle of whatever is happening in his vicinity! In 2023 Crush entered our foster program where he is enjoying his humans 24/7.
Sponsor Crush: one-time | monthly | annually

DARLA is a truly lovely 4 year old girl that was surrendered when her owner was moving and couldn't take her with them. She has an adorable dark gray nose to match her soft dark gray fur, a little patch of white between her eyes and pure white around her mouth. She's just been spayed and is now in room 5 where our Socialization Team is working with her - she has been quite sad and nervous since arriving at the shelter. You might just fall in love when you see her gorgeous green eyes!
Sponsor Darla: one-time | monthly | annually

FLUFFY is a beautiful dark gray long-haired beauty that was returned to HART when her owner could no longer care for her. She is a very happy, playful, friendly, and very smart girl. She loves playing with the peacock feather and toys that are stringy and have a toy on the end. She loves to sit in the window and watch birds, but most of all - loves snuggles with all her roommates - she’s an absolute sweetheart and a volunteer favorite here at HART. Sponsor Fluffy: one-time | monthly | annually | senior

FREYA is a beautiful dilute tortie who was adopted from HART as a kitten, then later returned due to litterbox issues likely caused by chronic bladder irritation. Now on medication and a primarily wet-food diet, her behavior has completely subsided. Freya is affectionate, enjoys petting, and loves wand and spring toys. She is a wall-flower that tends to keep to herself unless she is approached in which she shows her outgoing and sweet personality. She is a gem and is looking for a forever home of her own. Sponsor Freya: one-time | monthly | annually

GRAVES is a distinguished older gentleman, who arrived at HART as a stray. Since his arrival, he has received plenty of TLC and has been diagnosed with kidney disease, cardiac disease, and hyperthyroidism—common, manageable conditions in older cats. He is currently on a single-protein, non-prescription duck diet to support his digestion. Graves is curious about human visitors and enjoys gentle pets. Graves would love a calm home where he can bask in the sun and soak up affection. Sponsor Graves: one-time | monthly | annually | senior

JACK is a very handsome and charming senior boy who is a volunteer favorite. Jack started out at HART very confused and defensive. After being here for about a week or two, he really started to trust the new people in his life. He has an independent and courageous spirit that will surely win you over. He enjoys being petted, brushed and held and will start purring almost immediately. He loves being spoiled the most. Sponsor Jack: one-time | monthly | annually | senior

JAG is an easy going, all black, short-haired male that loves to relax. Prior to arriving at HART he had lived quite the life, we believe he had been a stray for at least a year. Jag is currently on a special diet for allergies, and a medication for asthma. Jag is a very sweet guy, and although he doesn’t outwardly look for attention, he sure does love it. He’s at his happiest when lounging on a bench or on a cat tree receiving belly rubs and being told how handsome he is.
Sponsor Jag: one-time | monthly | annually

JAYDEN a tiger with large green eyes, can be at times the sweetest cat, offering kisses and accepting of head pets but, will quickly let you know when enough is enough. Jayden came to HART during the winter of 2022. We don’t know much about Jayden’s past life, but she came in very under-socialized and fearful of people. She still tends to be more comfortable with the company of other cats rather than humans, but she has made great progress, thanks to Our Shy Angels Team who have been working with her to build her confidence and trust in people. Sponsor Jayden: one-time | monthly | annually

JOEY is a sweet, handsome young black cat with a small white tuft on his chest who came to HART of Maine in 2024. Despite being blind, Joey navigates confidently with an adorable high-step. He loves being held, snuggling close, and giving kisses, always eager to show affection. Joey is calm and unfazed by his cat roommates, happy to hang out and make friends. While he enjoys the company of other cats, Joey dreams of a forever home where he can shower his family with endless love and devotion. This affectionate boy is ready to bring joy to his new family! Sponsor Joey: one-time | monthly | annually

MALIBU is a very snuggly tortoiseshell girl. Prior to HART, she had a home for many years and although she is not a huge fan of a room full of cats, she has adapted. She lets it be known to all that she does crave love, attention and petting. If you stop petting her she may tap you gently with a paw, or perhaps a nip, asking you to continue. She is lap cat and has lots of love to give. Malibu has significant arthritis of her elbows and is also hyperthyroid which both are managed easily with medications. Malibu is a delight!. In 2024 Malibu entered our foster program where she is enjoying her humans 24/7.
Sponsor Malibu: one-time | monthly | annually | senior

MYRTLE is a smaller girl with beautiful grey and white markings and captivating eyes. She came to us from our rescue partners in Pennsylvania. A very friendly kitty, Myrtle will be the first one to greet you in her room. She loves scratches, plenty of attention, and being held. Myrtle adores being held, and if you’re not looking, she will jump on your shoulders (sometimes surprising unsuspecting volunteers) and demand to be carried around like the little queen she is. Sponsor Myrtle: one-time | monthly | annually | senior

OLEANDER is a beautiful, senior kitty whose bright white fur, darling face, and polydactyl front paws really make her stand out from the crowd. Our patient Shy Angels Program volunteers have worked hard to gain her trust, and although she would prefer that humans keep their distance, around volunteers she knows well she will reveal the playful side of her personality and even allow gentle pets in exchange for treats. She gets along with her feline roommates, and is tightly bonded with Snickers.
Sponsor Oleander: one-time | monthly | annually | senior

OSWALD is a very sweet and adorable boy who came to HART in 2024 after being found as a stray living in a barn. When he first arrived, he was in pretty rough shape, with severely matted fur, significant dental disease, and diabetes. Since receiving a dental cleaning with extractions and having the mats shaved, he is feeling much more comfortable and looking so much better. His diabetes is currently managed with a low-carb, and twice-daily insulin injections. Oswald’s transformation has been remarkable, and he has become a favorite among our volunteers.
Sponsor Oswald: one-time | monthly | annually

PEAKS is a handsome white cat with orange patches who, despite losing an eye to a severe infection, has adapted wonderfully. Friendly with staff, volunteers, and fellow cats, he will greet all visitors in his room with his cute little meow. Peaks is on antiviral and stress-relief medication and follows a special diet for bladder health. He loves lap cuddles and is often found napping on the bench with his roommates. With his gentle and sweet nature, Peaks is a true gem.
Sponsor Peaks: one-time | monthly | annually

SNICKERS is a very handsome senior Tuxedo cat who is reserved around people. A part of our Shy Angels Program, Snickers is a sweet kitty, not at all aggressive. He can often be found snuggled up with his best friend, Oleander, with whom he is very closely bonded. Once you gain his trust he will take treats out of your hand. Snickers loves to play with springs and jingle balls and at times will talk to you with his tiny meow. Sponsor Snickers: one-time | monthly | annually | senior

SPECK is a stunning, long-haired cat with bright green eyes who arrived at HART in the Fall of 2021. She enjoys spending time with people, and while she has a somewhat reserved, subtle personality, she likes gentle attention and receiving scratches and pets. Speck has significant environmental and flea allergies which are well-managed by feeding her a special, non-prescription, limited ingredient diet (duck is the primary ingredient), and daily medication and supplements.
Sponsor Speck: one-time | monthly | annually | senior

THEODORE is a gentle, dark brown tabby with endearing, slightly tattered ears and extra thumbs on his front paws. A senior boy, he arrived at HART with his brother Albert. Initially reserved and sad, he has since warmed up and now shows his sweet, affectionate side. Theodore loves pets, scritches, and catnip toys. His favorite spots to relax are up high in his room, where he can get a birds-eye view. He has manageable hyperthyroidism and does well on a duck protein diet. Theo is waiting for his forever home.
Sponsor Theo: one-time | monthly | annually | senior

TOBY is a handsome, black and white male cat with a broad white stripe on his face, a white muzzle, a pink nose, and a stub tail (no touching!). This big fellow came to HART in the Fall of 2022 from a rescue partner in Pennsylvania. Toby is a greeter and always interested in introducing himself by rubbing against your leg and requesting pets. He tends to keep to himself but has a playful side that emerges when a jingle ball crosses his path.
Sponsor Toby: one-time | monthly | annually

VITO is a gentle brown tabby with white on his face and chest, a pink nose, and a permanent wink. Good Samaritans found him living in their barn, injured and in need of help. After months of trying, they successfully trapped him in the fall of 2024 and brought him to HART for a fresh start. Once in our care, we discovered he is diabetic and had chronic ear infections. With treatment and care, including the surgical removal of his injured eye, Vito has been doing much better. He gets along well with his feline roommates and would thrive in a patient, loving home.
Sponsor Vito: one-time | monthly | annually | senior

WALLY This petite, big-eyed sweetheart arrived at HART in the summer of 2024 through no fault of her own. Blind and initially frightened in her new environment, she has adjusted beautifully, proving just how resilient she is. Using her ears to navigate, Wally has even started recognizing her favorite volunteers—especially when they come bearing Churu treats! Despite her blindness, Wally doesn’t let anything slow her down. She loves carrying her favorite green toy balls in her mouth and batting them around with pure joy. Now, she’s looking for a forever home where she can share her love.
Sponsor Wally: one-time | monthly | annually

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