The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee (CFMT) has awarded $10,000 as an Animal Welfare grant to Friends of Williamson County Animal Center. This award supports Williamson County Animal Center’s (WCAC) programs that provide spay/neuter procedures, basic and emergency veterinary care as well as coverage for other fees for pets of owners experiencing financial hardship.

“We have been able to increase services available to members of our community in need because of the continued support that we receive from the Community Foundation,” said Dr. Erin Birdwell, Medical Director at WCAC. “And, this generous grant alone will touch the lives of many, many animals. Keeping them healthy and comfortable – and, out of the shelter – whether they are part of someone’s family or a community cat with multiple caretakers.”

According to WCAC Director Ondrea Johnson, Animal Welfare grants support organizations working to ensure that animals receive the care and resources they need. “The Community Foundation’s priorities regarding animals align with our programs intended to keep people and pets together,” said Johnson. “We each want to explore every opportunity possible to preserve the human-animal bond and control the homeless pet population.”

Cher is a friendly 5-year-old cat who knows exactly how to enjoy life. She loves being petted, goes absolutely wild for a feather toy, and can often be found exploring the shelves in our catio like she owns the place. Cher has experience with an indoor-outdoor lifestyle and, when she’s inside, her litterbox manners are impeccable.

She also gets along very well with other cats, making her a fantastic choice for a first-time cat owner or someone looking to add a second cat to an existing feline household. With her social personality, playful side, and easygoing nature, she’s the kind of cat who could settle comfortably into a variety of homes.  Come visit Cher and all of her friends available for adoption at WCAC!

Link to video of Cher: https://youtu.be/Ec5QjNoe2zA?si=TAn5ISK7tn8X3tPz

Friends of WCAC is a non-profit organization that provides direct programmatic and financial support to the animal center as explained by Johnson. Who also stated that the two groups collaborate regularly to identify and meet the needs of animals, pet owners, and the community in real time.

WCAC is located at 1006 Grigsby Hayes Court in Franklin. The center is open to the public Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m.; Saturday 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.; closed Sunday. Times may vary due to holidays.

About Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee

Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee (CFMT) brings people, ideas, and funding together to help communities thrive. Through strategic grantmaking, civic leadership, and tools for long-term giving, CFMT partners with donors and organizations to create lasting impact across the 40 counties of Middle Tennessee. Learn more at cfmt.org.