EVENTS and FUNDRAISERS

Be sure to "like" us on Facebook to keep informed about the latest Colony Cats happenings – including fun events, fundraisers, and what we (and the cats & dogs) are up to. We're also on Instagram!

Image of a cat. Bissell Pet Foundation's Empty the Shelters Event. National adoption event at 335 orgs in 39 states from May 1-17, 2026.

BISSELL PET FOUNDATION'S
EMPTY THE SHELTERS
National Adoption Event:
May 1 – 17, 2026

Bissell Pet Foundation is sponsoring reduced cat adoption fees* at Colony Cats from May 1 – 17, 2026. Cat Adoption Fees* will be reduced to: $65* for cats 7 months and older | $40* for cats 7 years and older | FeLV cats for a donation* of your choice (*with an approved adoption application).

We encourage you to click here and submit an adoption application for pre-approval prior to visiting our adoption center for this reduced adoption fee event. Ask us about our foster-to-adopt* program during this event! Click here to view our adoptable cats.

BISSELL Pet Foundation is aiming to Empty the Shelters by sponsoring reduced adoption fees at 335 organizations in 39 states to help pets find forever homes. Empty the Shelters National Event is May 1–17, 2026. Visit www.bissellpetfoundation.org/ets for more info.

Image has photo of a cat and says Sidewalk Sale Saturday, May 23 • 12noon - 4pm

We're having a SIDEWALK SALE

Saturday – May 23 • 12 noon – 4 pm
Colony Cats Adoption Center
2740 Festival Lane, Dublin OH 43017

Join us for a Sidewalk Sale – Saturday, May 23, 2026 from 12 noon – 4 pm in front of Colony Cats (& dogs) Adoption Center. We'll have lots of great deals on items for pets! While you're there stop by the adoption center and visit the cats.

Be sure to tell your friends and family – the more the meowier! All proceeds from the sidewalk sale benefit Colony Cats (& dogs). Hope to see you there.

Image of a cartoon cat jogging. 5k Meowathon a benefit for Colony Cats (& dogs) Sunday – May 24, 2026.

5K MEOWATHON RUN/WALK
benefitting Colony Cats (& dogs)

Sunday – May 24, 2026 • 9:00am
Dublin Community Recreation Center

UPDATE: The 5K Meowathon has SOLD OUT! Thank you to all of those who signed up to participate. You can still support Colony Cats by clicking the yellow donate button (upper left) to make a much needed donation. The 5K Meowathon is a benefit for Colony Cats (& dogs). All proceeds from this event will be donated to Colony Cats (& dogs). This event is dedicated to the cherished memory of Jeremy Allan aka "Cat Dad".

Painter1 of Columbus Logo and Paint for a Cause! Every appointment makes a difference.

PAINTER1 of COLUMBUS
Paint for a Cause

Painter1 of Columbus is partnering with Colony Cats to Paint for a Cause and help support our rescue efforts!

How does it work? Book a free painting estimate with Painter1 and mention that you were referred by Colony Cats (& dogs) – Colony Cats receives a $50 donation after your appointment is completed. Click here to visit their website and make your appointment.

Interested in scheduling or have a question? Reach out to Painter1 by calling (614) 482-2337, visit their website www.painter1.com/columbus/ or email Colony Cats at info@colonycats.org with any questions.Click here to view the flyer with all the info.

VISIT OUR ADOPTABLES residing at these LOCATIONS
IN-STORE ADOPTION EVENTS – Come join us!

Want to add a furiend to your family? Visit some of our adoptable cats residing in-store at the following locations. Also, see below for dates & times of adoption events at some of our partner stores.

• Visit our adoptable cats at these stores:

  • Kitty Bubble Cafe & Bar, 5568 N. High Street, Columbus:
    Visit adoptable cats during the cafe's open hours (reservations are highly recommended and can be made on their website). View their website kittybubblecafe.com for information about visiting the cafe, and to learn about fun events benefiting Colony Cats like cat yoga and paint your pet.
  • Pet Supplies Plus – Carriage Place, 4830 Sawmill Road, Columbus:
    Visit adoptable cats daily during the store's open hours.
  • Pet Supplies Plus – Mill Run, 3718 Fishinger Blvd, Hilliard:
    Visit adoptable cats daily during the store's open hours.
  • Pet Supplies Plus – 2430 Stringtown Road, Grove City:
    Visit adoptable cats daily during the store's open hours.
  • Petco – 1815 W. Henderson Road (at Reed), Upper Arlington:
    Visit adoptable cats daily during the store's open hours.
        • Adoption Events: Every Saturday from 2pm – 4pm
  • Colony Cats Adoption Events at the Petco stores listed below on these dates:
    Saturdays – April 11 | May 9 | June 6 | July 11 | August 8 | Sept 12 | Oct 10 | Nov 7 | Dec 12
  • Petco – Easton, 4216 Easton Gateway Drive, Columbus:
    Visit adoptable cats daily during the store's open hours.
        • Adoption Event: from 11am – 2pm (see dates listed above)
  • Petco – Graceland, 5030 N. High Street, Columbus:
    Visit adoptable cats daily during the store's open hours.
        • Adoption Event: from 12 noon – 3pm (see dates listed above)
  • Petco – Lennox Center, 1647 Olentangy River Road, Columbus:
    Visit adoptable cats daily during the store's open hours.
        • Adoption Event: from 1pm – 3pm (see dates listed above)

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