Shelbi is the owner of Critter Clean Pet Grooming Services, mother to five children and long time foster/rehab mother to countless animals

Rob brings experience from the United States Armed Forces as well as from The North Pole. Rob plays the role of Santa in neighboring communities and considers it a personal responsibility to promote safety and wellness in the lives of children everywhere

Cherie is the owner of Dinky Doo Petting Zoo in Wayland New York. As a lover of animals and children, Cherie dedicates herself to making opportunities for humans and animals to connect in therapeutic settings

Martha is a mother and caretaker of one child who presents with special needs. She loves animals and understands on a personal level the healing element to animal companionship

Carolyn comes with a heart for children and a zeal for life. She’s the first board member to join Jess on this mission and is as enthusiastic as she is indispensable

Sal brings experience in law enforcement as a retired police officer and believes that children deserve the right to a safe and healthy childhood

Catherine is a mother of two and is currently practicing medicine in the field of mental health. She brings a unique perspective onto the challenges that mental health issues present when working with these vulnerable populations

Jess is a mother of six children, published author, small business owner, and part time animal rehab/ foster mom. Her experience with healing from complex trauma gives her a window onto what is possible in the lives of those who make it out alive. She wants to help them find the way