Monroe County Cat Rescues & Animal Welfare Organizations
Monroe County Pennsylvania cat rescue resources including TNR programs, animal rescue leagues, and community cat support.
Local rescue leagues, nonprofit organizations, and community cat support in Monroe County, Pennsylvania
If you’re looking for cat rescues in Monroe County, animal rescue leagues (ARLs), or nonprofit organizations that help cats in Pennsylvania, this page brings together local resources in one place.
The organizations listed here support a range of cat-related needs, including:
Stray and abandoned cats
Lost and found pets
Community cats and TNR programs
Adoption and foster-based rescue efforts
This page is designed to help you find the right place to start, based on your location and situation.
Start Here
If you’ve just found a cat and aren’t sure what to do yet, it’s helpful to pause before reaching out to rescues.
Our PA Cat Rescue & Community Hub walks through first steps, including when to intervene, when to wait, and when contacting a rescue or shelter is appropriate.
If you’re ready to look for local help, continue below.
Cat Rescues & Animal Welfare Organizations Serving Monroe County
Animal Welfare Society of Monroe (AWSOM) (Stroudsburg / Monroe County, PA)
This directory includes local cat rescues and animal welfare organizations serving Monroe County, PA. Availability varies by organization and may change based on capacity, foster space, and volunteer support.
Animal Rescue Leagues & Cat Rescues
Animal Welfare Society of Monroe (AWSOM) (Stroudsburg / Monroe County, PA)
Type: Shelter / Animal Welfare Organization
Help Offered: Animal shelter, cat adoptions, intake, foster support, affordable veterinary services
Website: https://www.awsomanimals.org/
Notes: Serves Monroe County; shelters cats and dogs and operates the AWSOM Wellness Center.SOS Pet Rescue (serves Monroe County and surrounding area, PA)
Type: Rescue (foster-based)
Help Offered: Cat rescue, foster care, adoptions, assistance for stray cats, developing TNR program
Website: https://sospetrescue.org/home/
Notes: Mission specifically includes helping stray cats and establishing a community TNR program.Monroe Animal League (Stroudsburg / Monroe County, PA)
Type: Animal Welfare Organization
Help Offered: Low-cost spay/neuter assistance, feral cat voucher program, pet assistance
Website: https://monroeanimals.org/
Notes: Verified through official voucher documents and county resources.
TNR Support in Monroe County
Some cats living outdoors are part of established community cat populations. In these cases, Trap–Neuter–Return (TNR) programs help stabilize colonies and improve long-term welfare.
If you’re caring for outdoor cats or unsure whether a cat should be brought indoors, local TNR organizations may be able to provide guidance, referrals, or direct support.
SOS Pet Rescue (Monroe County area, PA)
TNR & Community Cat Resources
Monroe Animal League (Monroe County, PA)
Type: TNR / Community Cat Assistance
Help Offered: Feral cat spay/neuter vouchers for Monroe County residents; referrals to participating veterinary providers
Website: https://monroeanimals.org/
Notes: Voucher program specifically for free-roaming feral cats.SOS Pet Rescue (Monroe County area, PA)
Type: Community Cat / TNR Program
Help Offered: Assistance for stray cats and development of local Trap-Neuter-Return services
Website: https://sospetrescue.org/home/
Notes: Organization states TNR is part of its mission.
Upcoming Clinics & Cat Care Events Near Monroe County
AWSOM Wellness Center (Stroudsburg, PA)
Some cat-related services — including low-cost spay/neuter clinics, vaccination events, microchipping days, and adoption events — are offered through scheduled community clinics rather than direct rescue intake.
AWSOM Wellness Center (Stroudsburg, PA)
Type: Low-cost Veterinary Clinic / Spay-Neuter Clinic
Help Offered: Spay/neuter surgery, veterinary care, companion animal services
Website: https://www.awsomanimals.org/
Notes: Open to the public; serves Monroe County.Monroe Animal League Spay/Neuter Voucher Program (Monroe County, PA)
Type: Spay-Neuter Assistance Program
Help Offered: Financial assistance/vouchers for pet and feral cat spay/neuter surgeries through participating veterinary clinics
Website: https://monroeanimals.org/
Notes: Includes vouchers usable at AWSOM Wellness Center and other participating clinics.
If you’re looking for:
Low-cost or free spay/neuter services
Vaccination or wellness clinics
Adoption events
Community outreach programs
You may find the most up-to-date options on our events calendar.
👉 View Upcoming Cat Clinics & Events in Pennsylvania
(Events are added as they’re shared by local rescues, shelters, and nonprofit organizations. Availability and registration requirements may vary.)Help Keep This Page Accurate
What to Expect When Contacting Rescues
Many cat rescues in Pennsylvania are volunteer-run and operate with limited resources.
If one organization isn’t able to help right away, that doesn’t mean help isn’t available.
When reaching out:
Try contacting more than one local organization
Leave clear, brief messages
Allow time for responses, especially outside business hours
This directory is meant to support informed outreach — not guarantee immediate intake.
Help Keep This Page Accurate
This page is part of an ongoing effort to organize Pennsylvania cat rescue resources by county.
If you know of:
A cat rescue serving Monroe County
A nonprofit organization not yet listed
Updated or corrected contact information
You can submit updates through our Work With Us page. You can also leave a note below if something looks out of date.
Related Resources
PA Cat Rescue & Community Hub – step-by-step guidance if you’ve just found a cat
Pennsylvania Cat Rescues by County – return to the statewide directory