Traditional top-down organizational charts didn’t feel like the right fit for Karma Cat. Instead, we use what we call the Karma Cat Circle – a visual representation of how our organization actually operates, with Cats & Homes at the center of everything we do.

Rather than working in isolated departments, our teams are designed to overlap and support one another. Whether someone is involved in Medical, Cleaning, Marketing, Fostering, TNR, Adoptions, or Community Education, their work connects with and strengthens the work happening across the organization.

We are at our best when:

• Communication is open. Information and observations are shared so the right people can respond quickly and thoughtfully. A volunteer noticing a change in a cat’s behavior or health can help ensure the right team members follow up.
• Roles are flexible. Titles such as Director or Coordinator help provide structure and support, but they do not create barriers. Each layer of the circle supports the one inside it, and collaboration across teams is part of how we operate every day.
• The mission stays at the center. Every person involved with Karma Cat – from our Board of Directors to our newest volunteer – is part of one connected community working toward the same goal: helping cats find safe, loving homes.
• Curiosity and learning guide our work. We ask questions, seek root causes, and continually adjust our approach so we can improve how we care for cats and support the people who help them.

The takeaway: Karma Cat thrives because our volunteers and leaders work together across roles and programs, supporting one another to ensure cats receive the care they need and the homes they deserve.