Houston Cares is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization focused on addressing many of the growing animal-related problems in Houston. This includes roaming/stray animals, trap neuter return of feral cats, lost/found animals, and a lack of neutering, spaying, and microchipping. CARE began as a neighborhood based organization when a group of neighbors who love animals got together to try to figure out how to work together to help the animals in their area. Although started in Westbury and linked to surrounding areas, Westbury CARE is now rooted in SW Houston but has expanded to help more animals in other parts of Houston. ​ CARE is 100% volunteer and depends on fosters, volunteers, and donors to continue their critical work to help the animals in their care and those still on the streets. CARE also depends on volunteers to help them connect with the Houston community through outreach and events to help people understand the importance of caring for animals with kindness and providing pets with food, water, shelter, and love.