Leadership, Legacy & A New Chapter for Community Cats

“Helping that one cat is incredibly valuable… but it also represents a new behavior, a new calling, as to how we are addressing cats in our community.”

Listen to episode #645 now, featuring Stacy LeBaron, Head Cat for Community Cats Central

This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund and the Underfoot Podcast.

As 2025 draws to a close, host Stacy LeBaron takes the mic solo to share heartfelt reflections, bold vision, and a rallying cry for cat advocates everywhere. In this special year-end episode, Stacy unveils Community Cats Central, a transformative evolution of the Community Cats Podcast, designed to deepen education, networking, and support for cat lovers turning their passion into action.

This isn’t just a look back—it’s a forward march. Stacy encourages each listener to embrace their leadership potential, set attainable goals for 2026, and build stronger bonds within their communities. With stories like the Newburyport case study and a touching tribute to her late friend Betty Bro, this episode bridges the personal and the strategic, reminding us that every cat saved starts with a connection, a plan, and a little courage.

Whether you’re new to TNR or a seasoned advocate, this episode is your invitation to step into leadership and create lasting change.

Press Play Now For:

• A preview of the 2026 vision for Community Cats Central
• Tips to set realistic goals and avoid burnout in rescue work
• Why YOU are a leader—even if you don’t feel like one
• The power of positive connections in advocacy
• Sneak peeks at new on-demand TNR courses and January events
• A moving tribute to cat champion and what she teaches us about legacy

Resources Mentioned:

• Community Cats Central (http://communitycatscentral.com)
• Newburyport TNR Case Study (https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5704110/)
• TNR Certification Workshop – Jan 3 (https://communitycatscentral.thinkific.com/courses/tnrcert-january-2026)
• The Cat Conference – Jan 24–25 (https://communitycatscentral.thinkific.com/courses/2026CatCon)
• Community Cat Program Management Course – Starts Jan 26 (https://uc.pacific.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=3508103&selectedProgramAreaId=20924&selectedProgramStreamId=20939#courseSectionDetails_3973670)
• All About Animals Rescue – Michigan (https://allaboutanimalsrescue.org/)

Sponsor Links:

• Maddie’s Fund (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/maddies645)
• Underfoot Podcast (https://communitycatcentral.com/underfoot-podcast)

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