An event over the weekend at the Knox County Public Library gave pet owners a chance to take free fall-themed photos with their animals. Donations from the event went to the Barbara Grannan Carrie Feline Sanctuary.

Representatives from the sanctuary were on hand to raise awareness about the city’s ongoing problem with cat overpopulation. The organization specializes in caring for abused, abandoned, and neglected cats, including those with medical needs. Cats are housed on-site and receive treatment ranging from routine care to hospice when necessary.

Sanctuary spokesperson Tammy Cline said the shelter is currently full and depends entirely on donations to continue operating. Along with providing care, the group also maintains community cat feeding stations across Vincennes and Knox County, offering fresh food and water twice a day to help address the overpopulation issue.

In a recent update, sanctuary leaders said they are facing serious financial distress following the loss of a key benefactor and reduced support from long-time donors. The post outlined that more than $1,500 a month in contributions has been lost in the past week alone, creating urgent shortages of supplies such as cat food, litter, and cleaning materials. The sanctuary is asking its 32,000 followers to consider pledging even small weekly donations of food, supplies, or a few dollars to help sustain operations and care for the animals.

Anyone interested in learning more, volunteering, or donating can connect with the Barbara Grannan Carrie Feline Sanctuary through Facebook.