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Lola the Felinethropist | Donated Fiat is Cat Rescue Catnip
Posted by Sandra on August 30, 2026 in Blog, Making a Difference
Lola the donated Fiat 500 has done so much good in her first fourteen years!
That will come as no surprise once you meet the beautiful human that donated her.
Good vibe donors
Sometimes a donor and their story just get us right in the feels in a special way.
Anna and her donated Fiat are one of those combinations!
As so many donors do, she came to us with the facts.
And, as her process evolved, more and more of her generosity of heart emerged.
Bit-by-bit her history of giving and volunteering became apparent — as did her delightful sense of humour!
Oh, the difference one (beloved) donated Fiat can make
“Knowing that Abbey Cat Adoptions will benefit thanks to your auction process makes giving up my car a whole lot easier.”
When Anna filled in the form for her donated Fiat she had a sense of just how much the car meant to her,
“(My) attachment may be even a little stronger than for some other folks, as the little Fiat is my first car (I bought it later in life, when moving from Toronto to Durham Region for a few years).
But that said, my attachment to organic earthlings, particularly cats, is stronger.
I’m so happy that ‘Lola”s sale will benefit Abbey Cats >^^<“
And sweet little Lola did, indeed, make a difference for Abbey Cat Adoptions!
Donated Fiat sent to auction
When a vehicle is donated (for ANY charity in Canada!), it is either re-sold, or recycled.
Vehicle donation begins with a few vehicle notes. Make, model, mileage, and overall condition count. When Anna donated her Fiat, she ticked all of the right boxes for us.
“I got the summer tires put on today and the techs informed me that the car needs to have the alignment done. I’d determined in November, after getting the winter tires put on and spending $3K on fuel induction service, replacing front brake pads and rotors, having the brake system flushed, and 4-wheel alignment, that I would donate the car this spring.
I do not have the means for continued bi-annual repair/replacement expenses.
Had I chosen to do the alignment and oil change, the car would have been fine.
The engine and battery are fine.
The car does have a 3-year-old dent / scrape above the rear passenger seat wheel, but the dent / scrape has never rusted.
The hood has an odd kind of whitish ring that has been there for several years, perhaps from too much time in the sun?”
Helpful notes on cars like Anna’s Fiat ensure that Donate a Car Canada can properly assess the donated vehicle as saleable, or recycle ready.
Lola was auction ready all the way!
Sale day!
Most vehicle donations skip along at a speedy pace.
It is not unusual for the tow truck to arrive within just a day or two of your submission online!
That free tow gets things rolling quickly.
When a vehicle is recycled things continue at that pace.
You might see your receipt within just a couple of weeks.
Lola the donated Fiat needed a little more time.
She was re-sale ready, and our auction house ensured she was picked up in a timely manner.
Our re-sale and auction agents make it their business to shop donated vehicles around until they find the buyer willing to offer the strongest dollar return possible for the vehicle.
Anna’s car didn’t find her new home right away.
She had to roll through more than one auction sale.
But when the right buyer arrived on the scene, they made a strong bid.
That meant a hearty donation for Abbey Cat and a proper receipt for Anna!
Feline Imperial Auto Transport to Felinethropist
Lola raised $1006.25 at auction!
Anna wrote, “It has been a real pleasure donating my car through Donate A Car Canada!
Your personal touch is very much appreciated.
Now that it’s all official, I will share with you my official tribute to Lola (see below).
Lola and I used to transport Abbey Cats to and from vet appointments, hence the Feline Imperial Auto Transport!
Thank you for helping me help kitty cats >^^<“
Image and text credit to Lola-the-Fiat’s donor, Anna
The ripple effect of one donated Fiat
Anna and Lola so touched the hearts of our little team here at Donate a Car Canada.
We love-love-love it when generosity comes in layers like this.
Lola and her driver were doing Good for kitty care long before we ever met them.
Then, as it was time for Anna to make a vehicle change, her beloved little car’s legacy was extended by turning it into donation dollars for the Anna’s charity of choice!
And then there’s the layer of inspiring kindness that comes in the sharing of her story.
This just all feels so very true-to-heart Canadian.
This is the soul of vehicle donation.
If Anna and Lola have inspired you to share in spreading compassion in this practical way, you are just a click away from your own rewarding vehicle donation experience!
First, fill in a donation form.
Then, sit back and wait for the phone to ring (it’s your tow agent calling to arrange your free tow). Lastly, watch you inbox for your tax receipt. You can gift any Canadian charity!
We can’t wait to work with you as you add your very own ripple of generosity to Lola’s!
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Feline Wellness
Great articles here on health, nutrition, training and lifestyle: http://felinewellness.com/
Do you know what’s in your pet’s food?
Clumping Cat Litter: A Danger?
An important read if you are regularly using clumping cat litter.
An eye-opening look at your feline’s bathroom!
Declawing
If you are considering declawing your cat, please read these articles below. It will only take a moment, and it will give you valuable information to help you in your decision:
- Declawing: The Hidden Harm Behind the Procedure (click to download the PDF article).
- Declawing.com
- There is another very interesting and compelling article about declawing written by John Cotter of The Canadian Press in the Toronto Star (March 30, 2017): “Canadian Veterinary Medical Association opposes declawing of cats” – Toronto Star .
Catification
Catification is about creating feline-friendly environments that cater to a cat’s natural instincts to climb, perch, rest, play, and own their space.
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Below are a few articles to check out
Why Kittens Should Be Adopted In Pairs
We have a great article explaining why kittens need to have a buddy
Mother Nature knew what she was doing when she created kittens in litters!
When Cats Stop Getting Along
Have your once BFF’s stopped getting along?
Here’s guide on complete reintroduction….
Why Your Cat Is Going Outside The Litter Box
And how to fix it…
This article has some great tips on correcting this behaviour