Going into 2011 we would like to thank all of you for supporting our program and

believing in our mission to help the homeless cats in Berks County. Among our

many accomplishments In 2010, we proudly opened our third adoption center at

the Exeter Petco. Also in the past year, we were able to reach out to other vari-

ous rescue groups and partner with the Humane League of Lancaster, Huntington

and Berks County Humane Societies, Animal Rescue League and additional out of

state organizations. 2010 has proved to be our most fulfilling year yet. As our

President Linda Rosencrans states “ It is a rewarding experience to know a cat is

now safe and healthy due to something you had a part in. We know we cannot

save then all, which we never like to admit, but the ones we save are in deed ap-

preciative for it, no matter where or how they came to us. The main thing is, they

are free from harm and living a happy life thanks to our volunteers tireless work

and dedication.” We move forward into 2011 geared with the same ambition we

have had in the past and equipped to take on as much as our team can handle. We

continue to strive day in and day out to make a difference. Because of your sup-

port our vision becomes reality and we can’t thank you enough for allowing us to

continue in our mission! From the Board of Directors, volunteers and especially

the cats we would like to wish you a safe, healthy and happy New Year!

Volunteers of 1X1 2

In the news... 2

What our volunteers are saying

3

Tender Hearts 3

Joining our team 4

Upcoming events 4

Inside this issue:

January 2011

Cat Chat A Publication of One by One

Happy New Year 2011

No Nonsense Neutering Reaches A New Goal

Special congratulations to No Nonsense Neutering in their 10,000

Spay/Neuter in less than three years of operation. As they focus primar-

ily on feral cats, they also provide low cost services including vaccination

clinics to our community as well. They are now serving at two locations,

Lehigh Valley and Berks. To schedule an appointment, or for more infor-

mation please call (866)820-2510.

The Volunteers of 1X1

Page 2 Cat Chat

Our volunteers make One by One what it is. They are a wonderful group of car-

ing, compassionate individuals who truly devote their time and energy to our pro-

gram. At any moment, they step up to the plate time and time again to care for

these homeless pets. They work hours at events, clean and feed at our adoption

centers, open their home to those unwanted. They go beyond all means to make

sure that each and every cat gets the time and attention they deserve. They are

amazing!

How is their thanks shown? Each and every time a cat is adopted, that’s how.

Every time they’ve taken one off the street, out of a shelter, each life they have

struggled to save. The moment that cat is adopted is the most rewarding feeling

a volunteer will ever feel. That is, until the day a letter arrives, an update, a

picture of them in their happy home. It is then, that they feel complete and their

heart can rest.

One by One thanks each and every one of their volunteers for what they do every

day to help this program. No matter what small role you play everyone is impor-

tant to what we do and how many lives we save. From the bottom of our hearts

we THANK YOU!!

Valuable is the work you do

Outstanding is how you always come through

Loyal, sincere and full of good cheer

Untiring in your efforts throughout the year

Notable are the contributions you make

Trustworthy in every project you take

Eager to reach your every goal

Effective in the way you fulfill your role

Reading with a smile like a shining star

Special and wonderful – that’s what you are!

Our volunteers in the news….

Best Friends Animal Society in Utah recognized

our volunteers efforts and collaboration to save one

cat from feral to foster to forever home. Read the

story and what part our great volunteers played to

save this kitty. Click HERE to read the whole

story.

Tender Hearts by Dee Clair

Page 3 Volume 1, Issue 4

I greet each day inside my cage

And wait for God to write my page

I wonder if you’ll come today?

And let me feel the light of day

My whole life has been dark with pain

And those who caused it

What did they gain?

They stole my trust, my livelihood

And all because they simply could

I yearn to run through scented fields

Without a cage and lock to yield

To chase a squirrel that can’t be caught

To earn a love that can’t be bought

But the darkest days have a light

In the quite mornings that follow night

You come to visit every day

Without a motive, without a pay

You carried me when I was weak

Brought trust I was too pained to seek

You healed my wounds that took their toll

You rescued my slowly dying soul

And now I listen for your voice

Knowing that you’re here by choice

You didn’t know me at the start

And yet I’m planted in you heart

I’m learning to accept your praise

And not avert my fearful gaze

Forgive me if I cower still

My life has been against my will

I feel that you are growing tired

Within this fight that you’ve been mired

If you can keep your doubts at bay

It would mean the world if you could stay

I can’t predict how this will end

But I know this of you , my friend

You selflessly all played your part

You saved me with your tender heart

What is the best part of being a 1X1 volunteer?

Seeing cats that are homeless get adopted

Seeing cats that are sick or abused get

well or learn to trust again.

Seeing cats get a second chance is the

most rewarding feeling.

Watching a kitty and his/her new family

fall in love!

How has a foster cat touched your life?

After 10 years of rescuing to find an ultimate

teacher of forgiveness. One of my fosters,

Mario faced the horrors at the hands of a

hoarder who lived in terrible living condi-

tions. Mario loves everyone, from dogs to cats

and especially people. Come to visit and

Mario will be the first to greet you. Once you

pick him up he wraps his arms around you for

a hug. Does he know you...no! Is that forgive-

ness or what? He was left without a single

scar. Foster? Not no more, he was not leaving

my house...and my heart!

What 1X1 volunteer you know goes over and

beyond?

Shelley N. for starting a low cost spay/neuter

clinic in Berks!

Linda R—for all her fundraising efforts!

Kathy W - for starting our Petsmart adoption

centers!

To name a few… There are too many to list!!

Think your seeing double?

You are! These two precious brothers are

up for adoption at our Temple Petsmart!

What our volunteers have to say...

One by One, Inc. PO Box 226 Kutztown, PA 19530

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Phone: 484-839-2019 E-mail: info@1by1catrescue.org

Special thanks to all who stopped in to visit

us and support our Santa Photo event. Pro-

ceeds from each photo benefitted the cats in

our program. Thank you for coming out and

participating in this special event!

Visit us on the web at

http://1by1catrescue.org/

Upcoming Events

January 29th—Cat adoptions 12pm to 3pm at The Clubhouse 100 North Park Road, Wyomissing

February 4, 5, 6—Cat Show at the River Edge

February 12, 13—Cat Adoptions at Temple and Wyomissing Petsmart locations.

For information on any event please email us at info@1by1catrescue.org.

Please visit our updated list of events here

If there a special topic you would like to read about in an upcoming article, let us know by

emailing us at onebyonenewsletter@gmail.com. We would love for any suggestions or comments about this newsletter. We look forward to hear-

ing from you! Jenn and Deb

Santa Photos

We are gearing up and getting prepared and ready for the

busy Spring months ahead and we need your help! The

more volunteers we have the more lives we can save.

There are many ways you can contribute. Transporters,

foster families, data entry, special events and fundraising to

name a few. To talk to our volunteer coordinator please

call 484-839-2019 Ext. 5.

If your thinking “I really want to help” but don’t have time?

No sweat, feeding the cats at one of our adoption centers

takes one hour a shift. One shift a month is a big help in

our books!!

Okay so you think you have no skills?

Well, you have a smile on your face don’t you? So put it to

work by greeting people and handing out information at

one of our events!

I want to help but am afraid to get too attached to the cats?

We have plenty of opportunities available none cat related.

So what’s holding you back? Let us know and we can find

the right opportunity for you!

Consider joining our team today!

Interested in joining our team?