Take Advantage of Scholarship Opportunities

It's important that everyone who's passionate about creating a kinder, safer world for cats in their communities can learn the skills they need to accomplish their goals and has access the most up-to-date, feline-focused information available. We're committed to making out cat-saving virtual conferences and workshops available to anyone who would like to attend.

Maddie's Fund and other generous donors make it possible to offer registrations to many of our events at no charge. That's right. Completely FREE. So if you're eager to learn but a little short on funds (or want to save those funds so you can spay the next stray you meet) sign up for a scholarship today and join our community of smart, savvy cat caretakers!

Here's how it works!

Choose the event you'd like to apply to attend at no cost. Expand the tab and fill out the quick and easy form then hit submit. (You can apply to one event or all available events - there's no limit!) That's all you need to do! Our concierge cat, Kendall, will email you to let you know if your application is approved and send you everything you need to attend as the event gets closer. If you have questions or concerns you can email kendall@communitycatspodcast.com for more information.

Surrender Prevention Certification Workshop

May 14, 2025 | 2:00-3:30PM ET.

As a Surrender Prevention Specialist, your understanding of cat behavior can be the deciding factor between a cat losing her home or staying with her family. In this session, you’ll learn the principles of surrender prevention and why they’re so effective. Feline behaviorist Dr. Rachel Geller will share real-life examples with proven results, guiding both the cat and potential surrenderer toward a happy, lasting bond.

You’ll learn compassionate strategies for empathizing with cat owners, addressing their unique limitations—whether financial, time-related, or related to patience—and tackle the three most common reasons for surrender: litter box issues, destructive scratching, and inter-cat aggression.

Take advantage of the interactive format, detailed handouts, detailed examples of effective techniques, and earn your certificate of completion after passing a short quiz. Plus gain access to an exclusive Facebook group to network with other cat-focused volunteers and professionals

Scholarship Application
Surrender Prevention 250514 - ThanksToMaddie Scholarship Application

Surrender Prevention 250514 - ThanksToMaddie Scholarship Application

Please answer a few questions to receive complimentary access to the Surrender Prevention Certification Workshop Presented by Dr. Rachel Geller to be held May 14, 2025 from 2:00PM-3:30PM ET. Scholarships include access to both the live event and certification quiz, access to the recorded session once the live event has passed, as well as access any accompanying handouts.

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Return-to-Home Certification Workshop

July 30, 2025 | 2:00-3:30PM ET.

Leave all your preconceived notions about “dumped, abandoned, or unwanted” stray cats at the door! What if we presumed every stray cat who came to our shelters was a cherished pet with a loving home? How can we facilitate getting lost pets back to their owners without overwhelming current staff and volunteers, or tying up space with long stray holds? In this workshop, we will discuss simple, actionable ways that we can support owners of lost cats, be a resource to those who find cats, and increase the rate at which cats in our shelters are reunited with grateful families.

Scholarship Application
#ThanksToMaddie Scholarship Application - July Return to Home Certification Workshop

#ThanksToMaddie Scholarship Application - July Return to Home Certification Workshop

Please answer a few questions to receive complimentary access to the Return to Home Certification Workshop to be held July 30, 2025 at 2:00-3:30PM ET. If you need more information about the session, visit communitycatspodcast.com/events/return-to-home-certification-workshop-july-2025/. Scholarships include access to both the live event and certification quiz, access to the recorded session once the live event has passed, as well as access to four additional training modules.

#ThanksToMaddie for making this scholarship opportunity possible!

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