Our Team Success

PAWS is an entirely volunteer-run organization helping people keep their pets despite economic issues or personal crisis. We believe strongly in the benefits of pets for human mental and physical health.

Board of Directors

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Linda Armstrong​

President

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Bob Bourque

People & Culture

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Deanna Vowels

Treasurer

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Jodi Gordon

Major Initiatives

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Melissa Genco

Communications

Every Role Makes a Difference

These are the wonderful volunteers who help people and pets in our communities get the support and information they need

Applications

  • Sue Conroy
    Ronica Li
    Nishi Patell
    Khushboo Rathod
    Nik Durst
    Jennifer McKye
    Zoe Burness

Fundraising

  • Alex Frederickson
    Charlotte Chen
    Carolyn Twible
    Lauren Holt
    Emily Birkner
    Kirsten Laulainen
    Methelda D. Rosario
  • Monique Gatien

Specialists

  • Kenny Igot
    Vanessa Man
    Cliff Omokhua
    Jyothi Chunduri
    Harley Lavelle
    Mehak Gupta
    Shanthi Vijayan

Marketing

  • Andres Becerra
    Emily Birkner
    Helena Bezerra
    Max Mitchell
    Naomi Gau
    Sarah Lee
    Julia Thompson
    Hayley Liu

Writers

  • Jasmine Seth
    Helen Zhang
    Michelle Waitzman
    Vanessa RayZarate

HR Coordinators

  • Claire Lau
    Eunicis Espinosa
    Luisa Clavijo

Want to Join the Team?

We’re always looking for passionate, caring individuals to help us support pets and families in need. Whether you have a few hours a week or specialized skills to share, your time can make a real difference.

Become part of our mission
and our family.