The Independent Cat Society (ICS) is a no-kill cat shelter in Westville, Indiana. Established in 1977, ICS has continuously maintained its goal to find homes for homeless cats in our community. Once each cat is spayed or neutered, we focus on adopting the cat into a safe, loving and lasting home. As a not-for-profit 501(c)(3), the Independent Cat Society is funded almost entirely through membership fees, adoption fees, fundraising events, and the generous tax-deductible gifts of caring individuals, like you. Although we have a small cleaning and medicating staff, we operate our shelter mainly with volunteers. We do not receive any government funding.The vision of ICS is to serve as many cats, pet owners, and community members in Northwest Indiana and neighboring Chicago area and Southwest Michigan area as possible. To accomplish this, ICS:Provides a sanctuary for homeless felines in their transition to adoptionStrives to provide for the healthcare needs of the shelter population.Promotes responsible feline ownership through educating the public.Addresses feline overpopulation through our various programs.Help provide animals at our shelter with love and support by voting for us every day at the Shelter Challenge! This is a chance for our shelter to win Shelter Challenge grants that fund shelter, food, and care for our animals while they wait to be adopted into furrever homes. You can participate by voting once a day, every day. You can also create an account, support us in other contests hosted by the Shelter Challenge, and most importantly, share this great opportunity with your friends. Every vote counts - thank you so much for being involved!Website: www.catsociety.orgFacebook: www.facebook.com/INCatSociety