COMPASS Cares has launched a 2017 calendar in support of Cats of Durban.
Cats of Durban, was established two years ago with the aim of sterilising feral cats, as well as provide advice and support to businesses and organisations that have access to stray and feral colonies.
According to founder, Niki Moore, these cat colonies are frequently perceived as unhygienic and a nuisance when in fact they are doing so much good.
“There are many wild, stray and feral cats throughout Durban who do a sterling job of keeping the city clear of rats and other vermin, including cockroaches, and their presence repels snakes. They also create quite a tourist attraction in many places in our city. There are some hotels and businesses where the patrons return to visit the cats,” said Niki.
The NPO aims to follow the worldwide trend of trapping, neutering and releasing feral cats with their overriding goal being to sterilise 15 000 cats over the next five years. Cats of Durban also intervenes and protects homeless cats which individuals and companies want removed or terminated. They provide funds to their dedicated volunteers who feed and look after these precious animals.
Compass Cares is a voluntary organisation started by Compass Medical Waste Services in 2009. Over the years, Compass Cares has partnered with a number of non-profit organisations in order to make a difference in the lives of people and animals in need. The committee of volunteers have provided ongoing support to CROW and the Container Ministry, a Grace Family Church initiative. Cats of Durban was highlighted as a cause worth investing in and, as a result, Compass Cares launched the Cats of Durban calendar campaign in order to raise much needed funds.
The stunning A3 wall calendar sells for R100, excluding postage. To order, contact Dianne Reddy on 031 267 9700 or e-mail calendars@compass.za.net.
