Goodwill and Capital Humane Society to bring adoptable cats to downtown Lincoln

LINCOLN – Goodwill Industries Serving Southeast Nebraska, Inc. announced plans to open Cat Connection in its downtown Lincoln location. Cat Connection will provide a cozy spot for visitors to work, study or hang out; enjoy tasty treats; and interact with adoptable cats from the Capital Humane Society.

“We’re excited to bring our cats to downtown Lincoln and introduce them to a new group of prospective owners,” said Matt Madcharo, Executive Director at CHS. “Even visitors who cannot adopt will still help socialize and entertain the cats during their stay.”

Cat Connection will share the downtown space with Goodwill’s Job Connection Center, a computer lab that provides personalized, employment-related assistance to local job seekers. Over the past five-plus years, Goodwill staff members have worked diligently to ensure the space can also provide the necessary resources to create a safe and comfortable environment for feline tenants.

“We’ve been dreaming about Cat Connection since before the pandemic,” said Alana Sesow, Communications Director at Goodwill. “Thanks to our hardworking staff and our partnership with CHS, we can now make this dream a reality.”

Both “Connections” will help Goodwill achieve its mission of “willing workers employed and community resources maximized.” While Job Connection continues to help job seekers overcome traditional barriers to employment, Cat Connection will provide a remote work environment where professionals can enjoy the mental health benefits of feline coworkers.

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About Goodwill Industries Serving Southeast Nebraska, Inc. – For 93 years, Goodwill Industries Serving Southeast Nebraska, Inc. has been dedicated to strengthening the Lincoln community through services for individuals facing employment barriers, while providing a year-round outlet for donating clothes, electronics, and household goods. In 2024 alone, Goodwill successfully diverted over 3.3 million pounds of materials from local landfills and served over 5,700 individuals through generous community donations.