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Non-profit sanctuary Bear Creek Feline Center is committed to the rescue, care, conservation of rare & endangered wildcats. Come see for yourself.
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BCFC provides a forever home to non-releasable cats while promoting wildlife education and responsible stewardship. Travelers Choice winner for 2022

Message from the Founder:
Dear Friends:

Much has happened since April 1, 2000, when BCFC was established under the giant oak trees here in the Bear Creek Community. We have logged thousands of hours to obtain five licenses and we now make permanent homes to twenty two exotic felines. Working with the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission, the USDA and the Feline Conservation Federation, we have been instrumental in rehoming five tigers, nine cougars, one mountain lion, two jungle cats, three African leopards, one snow leopard, one caracal and countless African servals. The State continues to ask us to rehome more unwanted, mostly altered felines. These great cats need to be given their space if we are to enjoy them in the future. Bear Creek Feline Center (BCFC) is recognized as a 501(c)(3) non profit charity. What makes us different from other charities is that no person is paid a salary! One hundred percent of all donations are deposited into our general fund to pay for food, vet bills, habitat construction and maintain expenses. We make this appeal: We ask for your financial support by making a tax deducible donation to help build our new educational building. We ask that you contact us to schedule a private tour to see first hand what we do here at BCFC. We promise that you will enjoy the happy, family atmosphere here at Bear Creek Feline Center as you meet our resident felines up close and personal. We await the opportunity to share the stories that brought these beautiful cats to us to be enjoyed by Bay County local guests and those who frequent our Beaches as tourist. Best,

James E Broaddus, II
Founder"

"Bear Creek is not like a zoo....each cat is assigned to a dedicated handler who provides care and enrichment through direct contact! These are truly intelligent, amazing cats."

11/03/2026

Lowe’s in Panama City thinks that they donated BCFC a w**d eater, but they really donated a cat toy!

11/03/2026

River likes the carrots too

11/03/2026

The way to Journeys heart…. Carrots!

11/02/2026

🐾 Our cats depend on us. Today, we’re asking for your help.

October was a difficult month at Bear Creek Feline Center. Although the storms spared our sanctuary, they prompted visitors to cancel tours and leave town—reducing the support we count on to care for our resident cats.

Their needs continue every day: nutritious food, veterinary care, safe habitats, and the dedicated attention they deserve. These cats cannot return to the wild. Bear Creek is their permanent home.

If our videos have made you smile, a visit has touched your heart, or you believe these remarkable animals deserve lifelong care, please consider donating today. Whether you give $10, $25, $50, or another amount, your support matters.

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💚 Your gift could go twice—or even three times—as far!
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Thank you for helping us keep Bear Creek a safe, loving home for the cats who depend on us.

With gratitude,
Bertie and the cats at Bear Creek Feline Center
Panama City, Florida | 501(c)(3) nonprofit

Support Bear Creek Feline Center. 100% of your gift feeds and heals rescued wild cats and helps protect their wild cousins. Donate now.

09/17/2026

Bear Creeks spicy little CJ loves the pumpkin spice

09/17/2026

Journey loves them too

09/17/2026

River having a great time

09/17/2026

Enrichment day at Bear Creek feline center

Address

8822 Tracy Way
Panama City, FL
32404

Website

https://www.bearcreekfelinecenter.org/

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