The Sacred Mission to Save Protect and Relocate Abandoned & Homeless Pets
Cindy Yee Kong knows what it means to feel forgotten. Raised in an abusive, alcoholic household and silently battling a rare neurological disorder—dopa-responsive dystonia—Cindy’s early years were filled with pain and struggle. But even in the darkest moments, she held onto one powerful light: the desire to protect those who suffer in silence, just as she once did.
That deep empathy sparked a lifelong bond with animals, especially those abandoned, injured, or overlooked. Her journey into animal rescue began when she noticed a colony of stray cats rummaging through a dumpster for food. When her pleas to the local shelter went unanswered and kittens began to die, Cindy couldn’t stand by any longer. She stepped in to save them herself.
Facing rejection from a local shelter and doubts stemming from her own disability, Cindy still refused to give up. Her heart—and the overwhelming need to help—led her to create Grace Animal Rehabilitation Center, Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to saving, healing, and rehoming animals in need.
Through her compassion and perseverance, Cindy has created more than just a rescue center—she’s built a sanctuary of second chances, hope, and love.
To learn more about Cindy’s powerful journey, read her memoir:
The Eyes of the Lion – A moving story of resilience, courage, and finding purpose through pain.
