Joy Smith and Louise

FieldHaven Feline Rescue was established in 2003 by sisters Jann Flanagan and Joy Smith to provide a safe haven for rescued cats and kittens while awaiting adoption. FieldHaven is located on a private horse ranch in rural Lincoln. The cage-free shelter consists of a converted mobile home and an indoor/outdoor “habitat”. Most of the rescued cats and kittens are located at FieldHaven, but there are a growing number of volunteers who provide foster care for kitties that need isolation, medical treatment, socialization and other care until they are ready for adoption.

Being on a ranch is one of the things that make FieldHaven unique. Cats and kittens get used to a lot of activity including dogs and kids – lots of kids. FieldHaven has a very popular youth volunteer program where parents are encouraged to volunteer with their children. FieldHaven also provides educational programs for schools and youth organizations.

Jann Flanagan and a few of her friends

Besides the youth volunteer and education programs, FieldHaven has a senior adoption program called Mature Cats for Mature People where the adoption fee is waived for seniors adopting senior cats.

FieldHaven has a Spay Neuter Assistance Program (SNAP) to assist Lincoln residents with spaying and neutering of stray and feral cats. There are ongoing efforts to educate the public about the option of Trap, Neuter, Release (TNR) to control feral cat colonies.

Awards

July 2010 - For the 3rd Year in a row, Lincoln has voted FieldHaven the Best Non-Profit in Lincoln! We were awarded the Best of the Best Non-Profit at a reception in Lincoln Hills and we were honored to accept this award. Thanks Lincoln!

Lincoln News Messenger Best of the Best Reception 2010
Allyson Stilber, Scout Valentine, Joy Smith, Johanna Meinking