I think a lot of people here are quick to judge the kids without knowing the full story. According to payitforward
In fact the plea for help was actually from a shelter, who doesn't have space to take them.
So to me it seems that the children have made an effort to rehome these two cats. Maybe they have their own reasons as to why they can't take them. I know that if something happened to my parents there is no possible way that I would be able to care for their pets. I know that sounds means, but it's the truth. I would try my best to find them a great home, but since this plea came from a shelter it seems like the kids are trying to do that.