BIG CAT RESCUE'S PROJECTS AND PLANS
Big Cat Rescue, Inc., is a non profit 501(c)3 Corp., and is a permanent
retirement home to over 150 exotic cats representing 23 species and sub species.
What makes us different is that here, your donations actually go to the animals
and not to outrageous CEO's and administrative salaries. The narrow mission of Big Cat Rescue is to provide the best permanent home we can for the limited number of abused, abandoned and retired big cats that the sanctuary can afford to take in. However, the sanctuary must turn away over 100 cats per year and the number is growing. 
The broader mission, therefore, is to reduce the number of cats that suffer the fate of abandonment and abuse by educating as many people as possible about the conditions that lead to the plight of these animals. We do this through our tours of the sanctuary, our school education programs, our 10,000 page website that receives viewers from all over the world, by supporting species preservation efforts, and by providing a hands-on experience for interns from around the world. We hope, by setting an example and teaching about how animals should be treated, that this will carry over into how we humans treat each other as well, and in doing so make the world a better place for all living creatures.
Our ultimate goal for this year is to become financially self sufficient so that we can begin to reach beyond the day to day struggle of raising enough money to provide for the animals in our care and proceed forward to eliminate the animal abuse and exploitation that causes so much pain and suffering. We believe the fundamental basis for violence and abuse is caused by a lack of respect for life. Our message is to create a peaceful, non-violent world where there is respect for all life. Through the stories our cats have to tell, we teach people how to be compassionate and responsible. Attainment of the following objectives will enable us to be more effective in our ultimate goals.
2008 EVENTS:
Fur Ball: Help is needed in the form of donated time to assist us during event hours.
We need restaurants and entertainers that are willing to donate a table or food
or their services to make these events a success.
It is our biggest event of the year!
Come to the A La Carte Pavillion in Tampa for music, lots of food, silent auction, and
grrreat door prizes. This is a great chance to do all of your holiday shopping and
it's Fur a Great Cause.
Dress is Safari Formal. Call Jamie for
details 813 323-3263.
2008 PROJECTS:
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Help is needed in both raising funds and finding donors to accomplish the following projects.
New Dens Estimate: $2,000.00
Needed: 2 of our cats need bigger dens with room additions.
Education Our Educational Department has it's own Master Plan.
THREE YEAR PLAN
Once the goals of the above mentioned one year plan have been reached, we will go on to achieve the following:
Gazebo and toilets for corporate parties $45,000.00
Needed: A large, covered area and ample toilets would make us a safe bet for school outings, large corporate parties and weddings. Currently we cannot offer any place for people to get out of the heat or rain and these type events are planned months in advance.
Building a Security Wall around the Sanctuary Estimate:
$885,000.00
Needed: Monetary donations to purchase improved perimeter wall
and 
assistance/advice on improving perimeter security.
In addition, we also need camera surveillance to be able to view remote areas
all at once. Just one mishap between a wayward child, or person bent on
mischief and our magnificent cats could result in tragedy. We currently
have a six foot chain link fence around the property, which is being extended,
via hot wire to eight feet, but it does not eliminate the possibility of someone
shooting an animal from a distance.