Empowering the Hearts Behind the Rescues
At Aegean Cats-We Live Together, our mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome stray cats is fueled by the unwavering dedication of individuals who see the “invisible” animals. While our community strives to create a world where every living being is protected, the daily reality of caring for strays often rests on the shoulders of a few quiet heroes.
These are the volunteers who drive through winter storms, maintain remote feeding stations, and open their hearts to the cats that others have overlooked. But they cannot do it alone.
We invite you to meet the people making a second chance at life possible and learn how you can support their vital, daily efforts.
Meet The Dedicated Volunteers
Dimitra Foskolou: A Lifeline in the Heart of the Aegean
For over a decade, Dimitra has been a steady force for the stray cats of Tinos. What began as a simple feeding has evolved into a structured rescue operation and the creation of a sanctuary for those who need it most.
- The Impact: Dimitra manages a refuge in Ktikados, providing specialized care for elderly, blind, and disabled cats who cannot survive on the streets.
- The Reach: Beyond the refuge, she maintains 16 feeding stations that feed approximately 250 cats daily.
- The Need: To sustain this effort, she requires 40 cans of wet food daily and 16 bags of dry food every month.
Georgia Maravelia: 17 Years of Quiet Devotion
Georgia has dedicated nearly two decades to the welfare of the island’s strays, often operating in the most remote and difficult-to-reach areas.
- The Challenge: Her care extends to deserted beaches and villages that become nearly empty in winter. Reaching these colonies requires a 30-minute drive every single day.
- The Responsibility: Georgia supports nearly 200 cats, almost entirely with her own resources.
- Seasonal Needs: While she uses 18 bags of food in the summer, that need rises to 22 bags per month in the winter when tourists leave, and the cats have no other food sources.
