​In July of 2020 I sat with two other women in a coffee shop. I had just quit my job to pursue what many thought was a crazy idea… starting a non-profit to save pets and support their owners. 

I had experienced first-hand what our largest county shelter deals with.. dogs, cats, kittens and puppies coming in at alarming rates with no place to put them.  Pop-up kennels in hallways, burnt out staff doing soul-crushing work, upset citizens in the lobby demanding more than could be given and euthanasia lists around every corner. Not because that’s what anyone wanted, but because that's all there was to do. 

There has to be something else I can do. I remember thinking. And so I left…. and I put my whole heart and soul into building something to help. Along the way, many joined me. Some, like my executive team, made just as many sacrifices, if not more, to make the dream work.  

As I sit here writing this in an adoption center of my own… feeling just as burnt out if I’m being honest... I find peace knowing the impact that decision I made back in 2020 created. I feel gratitude to the many who believed in the organization enough to be a part of it.  Do I lay in bed some nights wondering how I’m going to keep our doors open and pay my staff? Yes..more nights than I care to admit. 

On those nights I tell myself, even if it all goes to ****, at least I know we tried. At least I know over 1000 cats in Galveston County are fixed and not adding to the problem because of Lifeline. At least I know because of our organization, we were able to pull over 150 pets out of the county shelter this year and guarantee a live release for them. At least I know we’ve been able to take over 200 stray pets directly from citizens this year. And at least I know 238 more pets are sleeping in their very own homes this year because of us. It all matters. 

I am proud of this organization we’ve created. I’m proud of my team. 

Times have been hard. Between AC outages, months of high adoptions, months of low adoptions, parvo outbreaks and the big learning curve that comes with running a non-profit and a brick and mortar facility, we are struggling a little right now. I think my least favorite part of this job is asking for money, but there is no way around it. 

I know times are tough for everyone, so if you are not in a position to give, we completely understand. If you are able to donate, please know your donation will go a long way to support the very necessary work we are doing. 

For everyone who has donated up until now, thank you so much. If I haven’t told you that directly, I hope you know how grateful I am for you. 

To learn more about our work or for any inquiries, please do not hesitate to get in touch with me directly at [email protected]. I would be happy to give you a tour of our adoption facility and a personal overview of our current programs. 

Thank you for considering our request and for your continued commitment to making a difference.

Grateful Always,
Caroline McKenna 
Executive Director 
Lifeline of Galveston County 

Come see us this Saturday & Sunday at our Pet Adoption Center located at 100 E Nasa Parkway, Ste 55, Webster, TX between 10am-8pm for a special adoption event! We will have lots of amazing dogs available for adoption at a discounted price. Almost all of them are under a year old, and many of them will remain under 20lbs. 

Many of these dogs were pulled out of a tough environment. Thanks to Fix Ur Pet Galveston County and Lifeline of Galveston County, their fate has changed! We can't wait to place them in your home and give them the amazing life they deserve. 

Learn More about their story at Click2Houston! 

Below are a few of the pups that will be available! 

Picture this: the aroma of freshly flipped pancakes wafting through the air, mingling with the rich scent of brewed coffee. It’s a perfect start to your day, and it's happening at our event this Thursday.
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Date: Thursday, September 21st 
Time: Doors open at 7:00 AM, program begins at 7:45 AM, and we'll conclude by 8:45 AM.
Location: Texas City-La Marque Chamber of Commerce, ​9702 Emmett F Lowry Expy, Texas City, TX 77591

We've had an incredible year, all thanks to the unwavering support of our community. This event is an opportunity to celebrate YOU, the people who have helped us make a significant impact in Galveston County.
Since the beginning of this year, we’ve achieved remarkable milestones, such as opening a pet adoption center and facilitating Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) for 355 cats in Galveston County. But that's not all! We're thrilled to share that we've found loving homes for 210 pets, making a positive difference in the lives of both animals and the families who adopted them.

​The atmosphere at our pancake breakfast and award ceremony is incredibly relaxed and casual. You can drop by at your convenience and stay for as long as you'd like. The program will kick off at 7:45 AM, ensuring you have enough time to enjoy breakfast, catch up with friends, and hear our exciting announcements.

And what's this exciting news we've been hinting at? You'll have to be there to find out! Trust us, it’s something that will elevate our mission and impact in the community to new heights.

​Moreover, there's no entrance fee, making this a perfect opportunity for you to come, celebrate, and connect with fellow animal lovers and community champions.

So, mark your calendars for this Thursday, and join us for a morning of delectable pancakes, heartwarming awards, and a celebration of the strides we’ve made together for our beloved community.

We can't wait to see you there, and let's make this breakfast one to remember!

For more information and to RSVP, click here! 

UPDATE, 8/16/2023, When the temperatures continued to rise throughout the night at our adoption center, we made the difficult decision to evacuate our pets. They have been shuffled between two of our directors houses. Fosters are needed now more than ever. Please contact us at 409-797-6033 if you can help. 


Hello, cherished supporters of our furry companions! 

We hope this message finds you well and in good spirits. It's with a mix of determination and a touch of humor that we're here to share the latest "tail" from our adoption center. Yes, you guessed it - our trusty AC has decided to play hide-and-seek with the cool air. Again! 

Now, before you start picturing us melting like popsicles in the summer sun, let's get to the heart of the matter. Our furry friends and our dedicated team need your support once more, as we navigate through this unexpected AC hiccup.

​So, here's the scoop: we've got some news that might raise your eyebrows a bit higher than usual. Our repair experts have kindly informed us that the AC gremlins might keep us company for the next 6-8 weeks. Yes, you read that right - it's going to be a while. But hey, who needs an icy breeze when we have the warmth of love and dedication all around us, right? 

Now, we've been working around the clock to come up with a cunning plan, and we're excited to share that we're in the midst of setting up a temporary AC system. It's a bit like our animals' version of glamping - not quite the same as home, but a pretty cool alternative (pun intended).

​But here's where you can play the superhero in our story! If you're up for a bit of adventure and are ready to welcome a furry buddy into your home for a short while, consider becoming a foster hero. Your cozy space and loving heart can provide our animals with a much-needed break from the heat. Think of it as a mini-vacation - and who wouldn't want that? 

​And hey, if fostering isn't in the cards for you right now, that's totally okay! We understand that life can get a bit chaotic. But guess what? You can still be the cool breeze on a hot day by helping us out with a donation. Every dollar goes a long way in keeping our animals comfortable and ensuring our temporary AC solution is as fabulous as can be. Your kindness truly makes a world of difference!

So, whether you're up for a fostering adventure, want to lend a helping paw through a donation, or simply want to send some virtual high-fives our way, know that you're part of an incredible community that keeps us going even when the temperatures rise.

​We'll be sharing updates on our AC escapades as we go along, and we promise to keep you entertained with stories of the creative ways we're keeping our animals refreshed. In the meantime, let's keep those tails wagging, those whiskers twitching, and those hearts warmed by the knowledge that we're all in this together.

Stay cool, stay compassionate, and keep being the pawsitively amazing supporters that you are!  #CoolingHearts #FosteringJoy #ChillinForACause

What a crazy and impactful first half of the year! Thanks so much for being a part of it. We are happy to report lots of adoptions are occurring at our new adoption center in Webster. 

Our goal is to continue to pull pets from local county shelters and off the streets, place them in foster homes, and use the adoption center to help showcase pets. 

​We have been creating systems with the intention of making a foster program that is both HIGHLY impactful and HIGHLY supportive to our foster families!

We've created an app (can be added as an app to iphones, androids or viewed on a webpage) using free software from jotform to make fostering easier. It includes:

• access to important forms
• a place to share pictures & videos of your fosters with us 
• a place to schedule your foster pets vaccines 
• a place to schedule marketing assistance 
• information about picking up supplies at the center & a place to request supplies be delivered to you 
• Resource Board with potty training, crate training, leash training, and other behavioral tools 
• Access to the handbook & other important information

To view and download the app, click here: Lifeline Foster Hub or interact with the app below. 

We now have an organized corner of the center for fosters to pick up supplies like food, litter, toys, leashes, crates, etc. Come by anytime the center is open to pick up supplies. 

We currently have 2 donated pools for any fosters who could use a pool to help cool down their foster dog! 

Please be sure to join our Foster Facebook group if you haven't already done so! We will be posting important updates in the group, and will also be sharing pets in need of foster care. There are also a lot of experts in the group, so feel free to ask questions, share concerns and seek support in this group. 

​Are you looking for some fun events to attend in May? Look no further than our pet adoption center! We have a packed schedule of activities that are sure to delight animal lovers of all ages.

We're thrilled to be able to open up our new adoption center to the community and share the love of our furry friends with everyone. Our animals are waiting for their forever homes, and we're excited to provide a fun and engaging way for people to get to know them and help them find their perfect match.

​So mark your calendars and come on down to our pet adoption center this May for a whole lot of fun and furry companionship. We can't wait to see you there!

Good Afternoon Galveston County Community Cat Supporters, 

As some of you may or may not know, although 8 cities in Galveston County work to divert community cats out of the shelter and through our program or other TNR programs in the county, Texas City Animal Control Officers are still required to bring in community cats to the Galveston County Animal Shelter. This has led to Texas City cats being euthanized at 10x the rate of any other city in the county. Even ear-tipped cats are being euthanized instead of being released to their territory of origin. 

Lifeline has been working for quite some time to change this, and we are VERY excited to see some real progress. However, we could use your support! 

This Wednesday, January 18th, Lifeline will be pitching a 6-Month Return-To-Field Pilot Program for Texas City cats to the Texas City Commissioners Court. Upon their approval of this program, we hope to start saving these cats as early as the beginning of February. 

We would love to see you in person to show your support at the city commission meeting which will be held Wednesday, January 18th, beginning at 5pm. The meeting is held at City Hall (1801 9th Avenue North, Texas City, TX 77592)  in the Kenneth T. Nunn Council Room. 

I’m also looking for 2 Texas City residents who have benefited from our Community Cat Program to share their stories with the city commission, as needed. If this is something you think you could do, please let me know. 

We appreciate your support! This program will help us take another step closer to being a “No-Kill County.” 

Thanks for your time & support!

Sincerely, 
Caroline McKenna 
​Executive Director