Rebecca Cooney-Williams Receives January 2021 New Jersey’s Heartland Hero Award

(Vineland, NJ – January 4, 2020) – Empathy knows no limits when it comes to Rebecca Cooney Williams. She has dedicated a portion of her life to stray cats in need of attention, love, and care. 

It all started one day when Rebecca “Becky” Cooney Williams was having lunch on the boardwalk in Atlantic City. She noticed a small, skinny, and hungry kitten nearby. Looking to soothe and comfort the stray, Becky chose to share her meal, a tuna sandwich. It was at this pivotal moment that Becky’s journey of selflessness truly took form.

Since that time, Becky takes a daily drive from Egg Harbor Township into Atlantic City to provide much-needed attention to the area’s many strays and abandoned cats. This includes feeding, arranging spays and neuters, finding forever homes, and addressing many other medical concerns. On top of daily feedings, these animals are provided clean, fresh water. These loving animals, even the feral ones, are also shown love by being petted and groomed.

Her sister, Rubina, notes “It’s the cutest and most rewarding thing watching the cats come out of abandoned homes, up from the sewer or down from a tree when they see Becky; knowing love is just around the corner!”

For these reasons, New Jersey’s Heartland is proud to honor Rebecca Cooney-Williams of Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey as the January 2021 Heartland Hero Winner.

While New Jersey’s Heartland is filled with hidden gems, its biggest treasures are the people who make the region a great place to live, work, play, and raise a family. All Heartland Heroes receive a Heartland Heroes Certificate and Gift Basket in recognition of their award. To nominate your Heartland Hero, visit  http://njheartland.org/live/heartland-heroes-nomination-form/.