A fun part of building Catastrophic Creations has been witnessing the positive impact the furniture has had, so we especially like working with cat cafes and shelters to see it firsthand. We offer discounts and also donate returned furniture, or furniture that has been used for pictures, to prevent risks of illnesses or issues related to somebody receiving furniture that smells like another cat.
If you have either a cat cafe or shelter near Grand Rapids, Michigan and you're interested in having us come out to do the installation, please reach out. We've traveled as far as Indiana for donation installs, and it depends on how settled things are in the shop for us to make the trip, but it never hurts to ask.
Our Discount & Donation Programs
Whether you're running a nonprofit shelter trying to stretch every dollar, a cat cafe looking to furnish your space without breaking the bank, or you just heard we sometimes give furniture away and want to know more, you're in the right place. While we build furniture for cats, we build relationships with the humans looking out for them.
Discounted FurnitureFurnishing a cat cafe or outfitting a shelter room from scratch? We'll build it custom and take 15% off the total for furniture being installed in a shelter or cat cafe. Just tell share a few pictures of the space in the for below and let us know what you're picturing, and we'll handle the rest.
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Gently Used DonationsEvery so often we either come across a piece comes off our floor with a ding or a scratch that keeps it from selling as new, but it's every bit as safe and sturdy as the day we built it. If your organization can use one, just cover shipping and we'll send it your way.
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Shelters & Cat Cafe Discounts
Our donations are limited to what parts we have available in the shop, and typically involve a bit of a wait depending on our list. Another option is to order new furniture at a discounted rate of 15% off. A benefit to that is that you can order something to fit perfectly in the space while also having it include all the furniture types you've envisioned for the space.
A few things that make our furniture a solid fit for shelters and cafes specifically: we never use carpet on any of our pieces, so everything's easy to keep clean. Our fabric is washable too, but if you're furnishing a room that sees a lot of cats coming and going, we've found shelving like ours tends to work best. It wipes clean in seconds, which matters a lot when you're managing more than a couple residents at once. Looking for more cleaning tips? See our cleaning blog here.
Gently Used Cat Furniture Donations for Shelters & Humane Societies
Every so often, a piece comes off our floor with a cosmetic hiccup that keeps it from being sold as new. That doesn't mean it's not perfectly good cat furniture… it’s just not quite "showroom" anymore. So instead of tossing it, we send it to shelters.
We keep a running list of shelters waiting on these pieces, and we work through it in order, sending things out once we've got enough to fill a box. So if it's been quiet since you reached out, it's not because we forgot about you. It just means you're in line with a bunch of other good people doing similar good work.
Shelters & Cat Cafes We've Furnished
We've had the privilege of helping outfit spaces for some genuinely great organizations. From shelters working to lower euthanasia rates to cat cafes turning "just visiting" into "forever home."
Catz Den - Wayland MI,
Located just south of Grand Rapids, Michigan, Catz Den is a cozy cat cafe featuring cats from The Country Cat Lady. The space also hosts coffee and kitty hours along with a VIP program for teens. We helped furnish a full wall with Bridges, Scratching Poles, Hammocks, and Shelves, giving the cats plenty of ways to climb, scratch, lounge and supervise the coffee-drinking humans below.
Dont Stress Meowt Cat Cafe
Don’t Stress Meowt was a really fun project to work on. Before we even started working with them on the furniture layout, they shared a really impressive vision for the space, which included a very detailed blueprint. Adam, one of the owners, is actually a mechanical engineer, which made a lot of sense after seeing how thoroughly everything had been planned out.
Their first location was in Oklahoma City, and it’s been really rewarding to see the cats thriving on their social media. If you go to their website, they have a video running in the background showing an extended custom Bridge (which was all their idea) that spans the middle of their cat room, with a hole in the wall where the cats can access another room. We absolutely loved the concept and how everything turned out!
They were great to work with and nice enough to share these photos with us. If you're ever in the area, please stop in and check them out.
Humane Society of Huron Valley — Ann Arbor, Michigan
This was a fun collaboration we did a few years ago. It was an installation in one of their cat rooms. One thing that made this a lot more fun was that the walls in the room are made of concrete block, allowing us to put the furniture wherever we wanted, rather than needing to track down wall studs. They were great to work with and since this was pretty local, my mom was nice enough to stop in and take photos for us.
The finished space gave the cats more opportunities to stay busy in the room with climbing, scratching and perching while waiting to be adopted. Everyone was very friendly and great to work with. Thanks!
Black Pine Animal Sanctuary - Albion, IN
Black Pine Animal Sanctuary is an animal rescue that saves animals from circuses, zoos, and private owners who got in over their heads. All of their animals live at the sanctuary for the rest of their lives.
We were thrilled to hear that our giant cat bridge idea was something Black Pine was into as well. We worked with Lori and Amy, who were incredibly kind and welcoming. They brought us to one of the tiger enclosures, which housed Top Cat and Millie. With both tigers being young and having a high energy level, we thought they would be a perfect fit for our bridge.
More of Shelters and Cat Cafes We're Proud to Have Worked With:
Save the Kitties Shelter
Save the Kitties Shelter is a nonprofit, no-kill shelter focused on rescuing, rehabilitation, and rehoming cats. We sent the organization a 26” Hammock, a 18” Escape Hatch Shelf, and a Floating Post to add more elevated resting and climbing options for the cats in their care. 
Second Chance Rescue
Second Chance Sheridan Cat Rescue supports regional shelters working toward no-kill status for cats throughout Wyoming. The rescue also educates pet owners and provides cats with a safe place to thrive, whether they eventually find permanent homes or remain in its care. We donated a 26” Hammock, a 18” Escape Hatch Shelf, and a Floating Post to help make that space more enriching. 
St Francis Animal Shelter
St. Francis Animal Shelter works to reduce the euthanasia of companion animals in Wyoming through education, collaboration, and compassionate care. Animals are given a safe place to stay until they can be reunited with their owners or adopted into qualified homes. We sent the shelter two 26” Hammocks and a Floating Post, creating a few extra places for cats to climb and settle in while they wait. 
More Shelters/Rescues to checkout:
Tree house Humane society - Chicago, IL
Great Lakes Bengal Rescue - Louisville, KY
Cat Cafes & Hotels
Kitty Corner Cafe
Kitty Corner Cafe is a nonprofit cat cafe in Billings, Montana, where visitors can spend time with cats, whether they are hoping to adopt or simply need a little feline companionship. We donated two 18” Hammocks, and a Floating Post so the resident cats could lounge, climb, and get a better look at their potential new roommates. 
Meow Cat Lounge
Meow Cat Lounge operates as a foster home for adoptable cats and partners with more than 10 rescue organizations at no charge to them. The nonprofit also offers discounted visits for senior centers, students, and groups of adults with disabilities. As of summer of 2026, the lounge has helped facilitate 960 adoptions since opening in July 2023. We sent them a 18” Hammock, a 18” Shelf, and a Floating Post to give its many feline guests more room to climb and relax. 
The Cats Brew Cafe
The Cats Brew is a locally owned, women-owned cat cafe serving Dane County, Wisconsin. Founded in 2023 by credentialed veterinary technicians Liz Brey and Heather Wipijewski, the cafe combines professional animal-care experiences with a genuine love for cats and its local community. We donated a 34” Hammock, a 18” Escape Hatch Shelf, and a Floating Post to help make the space comfortable, engaging, and unmistakably cat-approved.
More Cafes and Hotels to checkout:
Nyantasista - Japan
barista cats cafe - Auckland, New Zealand
Meow Parlour - New York, NY
Ditjes en katjes - Netherlands
Ah B Cafe - Singapore (furniture coming soon)
Treetop Kitty Café - Landenberg, PA
FAQs
Do you offer discounts for cat cafes, or just register 501c3 nonprofit shelters?
Yes! Our discounts are not limited to registered 501C3 shelters. Cat cafes and other organizations that provide care, enrichment, or housing for cats may also quality. Feel free to reach out to our team with a little information about your organization, and we can let you know what options are available.
What condition are the donated pieces in and is there a way to see photos of available "imperfect" pieces before committing to shipping costs?
The furniture we offer through these collaborations includes pieces that have been used for photography in our cat room or returned by customers. While they may not look completely brand new, they are still functional and suitable for use. If you would like to see photos before committing to the shipping costs, just let us know, and we will gladly send them over!
How long does it take to receive donated furniture?
We keep a running list of shelters waiting on these pieces, and we work through it in order, sending things out once we've got enough to fill a box. So if it's been quiet since you reached out, it's not because we forgot about you. It just means you're in line with a bunch of other good people doing similar good work.
Can I request custom furniture instead of waiting for a donated piece?
If you'd rather have a furniture order custom-crafted for your space instead of waiting on used availability, we offer 15% off all furniture for qualifying nonprofit shelters and cat cafes. No gimmicks, no fine print novels. Just a straightforward discount for the cat-loving people doing the real work.
Is there a minimum order size to qualify for the discount bulk program?
Bulk discounts can depend on the size and needs of the project rather than one-size-fits-all minimum. If you’re furnishing a shelter, cat cafe, rescue space, or another larger cat-friendly environment, reach out with an idea of what you need and we can help determine which discount options may apply.
Do you ship internationally, or is the donation/discount program U.S. only?
We ship many of our products internationally. However, availability, and shipping options for donation or discounted orders may vary depending on the destination. International customers may also be responsible for additional charges, custom duties, tariffs, or import fees. Contact us with your shipping address, and project details so we can see what options are available.
Can a shelter apply for both the discount program and the donation list at the same time?
Yes! Joining the donation list doesn't necessarily mean you have to put your project on hold. If your organization qualifies for a discount, you can still use that option for furniture you need now, while remaining on the donation list for future available pieces.
Can we choose which pieces/styles we receive through the donation program, or is it whatever's available?
Because our donation programs make use of limited, changing selection of furniture, we cannot guarantee specific products, colors, or styles. We’ll let you know what we have available when your organization is selected so you can determine whether the pieces will work for your space.
Do you offer installation help or setup guidance for larger shelter/cafe orders?
Yes! Our wall-mounted furniture needs to be installed securely, and we’re happy to provide guidance to make the process easier. We can help with furniture placement, stud spacing, and creating a setup that works well for cats using the space.
What materials and fabrics are used, in case of cats with allergies or sensitivities?
Our products utilize bamboo, a sustainable alternative to hardwood, which is very durable and water-resistant. It grows at an incredible rate of 3½ feet per day!
The other materials we use are:
- Steel (brackets)
- 12 oz cotton canvas (fabric)
- Sisal rope (Floating Scratching Posts and vertical Scratching Poles)
- Stainless steel, rust-proof planter pots (included with each Planter)
- 1/2 pint stainless steel dishes (2 included with each Feeder)
Let's Build Something Together
If you run a cat shelter, a cat cafe, veterinary office, or another organization caring for cats, we’d love to learn move about the work you’re doing. Fill out the form below to join our donation list or ask about discounted furniture for your space.
Donated pieces are limited and availability changes, so we cannot promise a specific items or timeline. What we can promise is that a real person will read your submission and keep your organization in mind when suitable furniture becomes available.
Join our donation list here!
