Fixin The Coast – founded 2019
EIN: 84-1843941 – A Registered IRS 501(c)(3) | Mississippi Nonprofit & Charity
Who Are We
Fixin The Coast is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving animal welfare across Mississippi’s Gulf Coast. Our primary focus is reducing the overpopulation of domestic animals through targeted spay and neuter initiatives, helping to create sustainable, long-term solutions for the Mississippi Gulf Coast, including TNR for Community Cats.
In addition to prevention efforts, the organization provides critical care for orphaned, injured, and homeless animals. This work is made possible through a trusted network of veterinarians and rescue partners, ensuring animals receive the medical attention and support they need for long-term survival.
The “ALL VOLUNTEER” organization’s impact is made possible through community involvement, grants, donation support, and veterinarians offering discounted services, so each animal has the best outcome possible. Contributions help fund medical care for the homeless cat population, spay and neuter vouchers for pets, and essential resources needed to improve the lives of homeless cats at risk
Fixin The Coast is committed to building a safer and more compassionate future for domestic animals throughout the community. As a “Friends of Animal Control” organization, it supports Animal Welfare professionals by providing financial resources for medical care and TNR. In addition to advocating for our partners, they provide opportunities for continued education and self-development. These efforts help strengthen collaboration between all rescues, Animal Control, and the animals they serve, promoting informed, effective, and humane practices.
Major Accomplishments
Since its founding, Fixin The Coast has achieved significant, measurable success in reducing animal overpopulation and advancing animal welfare across Mississippi’s Gulf Coast.
The organization has facilitated more than 6,500 cat spay and neuter surgeries, representing a substantial reduction in future homeless animal populations. In addition, countless lifesaving surgeries and medical treatments have been provided, with the majority of services supporting community cats through targeted Trap–Neuter–Return (TNR) efforts.
Fixin The Coast has also made a lasting impact at the municipal level. The organization played an instrumental role in the passage of a city ordinance in Biloxi that allows for free-roaming cats, provided they are part of a managed TNR program. This policy change reflects a progressive, humane approach to population control and serves as a model for effective community-based solutions.
Essential Needs Drive for Hurricane Victims
LAKE CHARLES OR BUST: When a life changing hurricane struck the Lake Charles, Louisiana area, our community didn’t hesitate to step up.
Fixin The Coast joined in with several fellow rescue organizations to help load a U-Haul full of much-needed supplies for animals impacted by the storm. Thanks to the overwhelming generosity of our community, the truck was filled quickly with donations—everything from food and crates to essential care items.
Once loaded, teams from Fixin The Coast and Woodside Wildlife Rescue made the journey to Lake Charles to personally deliver the supplies to those in need. After ensuring everything reached the right hands, they made the trip back home—grateful to be part of such a compassionate and responsive network.
This effort is a powerful reminder of what can be accomplished when a community comes together for animals in crisis.
Food Drive for Tylertown, MS
TYLERTOWN OR BUST: When a devastating tornado virtually wiped out Tylertown, Mississippi, Fixin The Coast once again stepped up to serve on the front lines.
Without hesitation, we mobilized efforts to collect pet food and critical supplies for the animals affected by the disaster. Thanks to the generosity of our community, we were able to gather and deliver much-needed donations to local rescues and pet owners—helping ensure that beloved pets and “fur family members” did not go hungry during an incredibly difficult time.
In moments of crisis, access to basic necessities can make all the difference. Fixin The Coast remains committed to supporting both animals and the people who love them, whenever and wherever the need arises.
Litter for Cat Hoarding Case in Alabama
FROM ANGIE’S DOG HOUSE IN ALABAMA – A FACEBOOK POST CAUGHT OUR ATTENTION
💔 92 Cats and Kittens Rescued from a Horrific Hoarding Case in Alabama 💔 (November 12, 2025 – Facebook post)
“What began as a report of animal cruelty quickly turned into a heartbreaking reality no one should ever have to witness.
Local law enforcement reached out to Angie’s Dog House and our partners at New Hope Rescue, Inc. after uncovering a severe hoarding situation—92 cats and kittens living in unimaginable conditions.
Every single animal on the property was surrendered, giving them a chance at the care, safety, and compassion they so desperately needed.
This is the reality of animal hoarding. But it’s also the beginning of hope.”
FOLEY, AL OR BUST: When Fixin The Coast saw the desperate plea for help on Facebook, there was no question—we had to act.
Once again, our organization stepped in to do what we are committed to doing: help animals in need.
Within a short time, we rallied support (including that from Pearl River County Animal Shelter) and collected over 4,000 pounds of cat litter, then made the drive to Alabama to deliver it directly to the rescue teams on the ground. We didn’t just drop it off—we stayed to help unload, ensuring these 92 cats and kittens would finally have something so basic, yet so critical: clean litter boxes—something many of them had gone without for weeks.
In the midst of heartbreaking situations, small comforts like cleanliness and dignity matter. And thanks to an incredible community effort, that’s exactly what these animals received.
These accomplishments demonstrate the organization’s ongoing commitment to producing tangible results through strategic action, collaboration, and community support.
Other Initiatives Fixin The Coast has started
- PET SPAY/NEUTER VOUCHERS: Beginning in 2026, expanded services to include spay/neuter voucher support for pet dogs to help address the growing overpopulation crisis.
- ACO APPRECIATION DAY: Established Animal Control Officer (ACO) Day to recognize and appreciate local Animal Control professionals by providing appreciation events and hosted lunches.
- TASK & EDUCATION CHALLENGES: Launched the ACO Challenge Coin Program in 2024, allowing Animal Control Officers to earn recognition coins by completing designated field tasks and educational courses.
- Started hosting formal Animal Control training programs in 2025, with many courses offered at no cost to departments and officers.
- In the Spring of 2026, completed installation of the Biloxi Animal Welfare Center, helping equip the facility to provide housing, food, and care for animals during a five-day stray hold, after hours safe housing, and for some emergency situations.
These accomplishments demonstrate the organization’s ongoing commitment to producing tangible results through strategic action, collaboration, and community support.
How We Work
Fixin The Coast is powered by a small, ALL VOLUNTEER team of community advocates dedicated to creating real, lasting change for animals along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Through strategic use of grants, donor funding, and partnerships, we work to make spay and neuter services accessible and affordable for those who need them most.
We actively support Trap–Neuter–Return (TNR) efforts for homeless cats through a hands-on, community-driven program. Caregivers and colony feeders can apply for assistance, gaining access to humane trap rentals and financial support for approved sterilization surgeries. This approach empowers residents to be part of the solution while ensuring humane population control.
At the same time, we are deeply invested in education and advocacy —helping the public understand that sterilization is the most effective way to reduce suffering, overpopulation, and strain on local shelters.
For owned pets, Fixin The Coast offers low-cost spay/neuter vouchers as funding allows, helping responsible pet owners provide essential sterilization.
Together, we are building a more sustainable, compassionate animal welfare system—one animal, one neighborhood, and one solution at a time.
For assistance OR to apply for TNR support: fixinhelp@mail.com (NOT gmail)
