SAFE Haven is regarded as progressive leader in animal welfare in the State and is a regional hub serving thirty counties in North Carolina. In 1994, SAFE Haven began as the first No Kill shelter just for cats in the Triangle area of North Carolina. As a brick and mortar shelter, 13,000 stray, abandoned, orphaned, and injured cats and kittens have been adopted to date. (1,100 last year).

The SAFE Care Spay/Neuter Clinic, (established in 2001) is the longest serving high volume, low-cost community clinic in the area. To date over 36,000 sterilizations have been performed. The clinic served the public, seventeen other shelters and rescue groups, and many feral/community cats.

The Pet Food Pantry supplies needy individuals with dog and cat food. Over ninety-five of food has been distributed since 2012.

A successful Community Cat Program includes TNR services for 1,500 cats per year.

SAFE Haven’s other programs focus on humane education, cat care basics, and a well-run volunteer program.