AFRP Volunteer Spotlight

Volunteer Spotlight

Maureen Bird with Calvary

Before she started volunteering for AFRP, Maureen would look at the cats through the glass at the Santa Cruz PetSmart adoption site and think, "Those poor things." But once she learned about AFRP's mission to give homeless animals a second chance, she had a change of heart. She now tells everyone, "Those cats are the luckiest cats in the world!"

Since 2005, Maureen has made it her goal to help AFRP animals change thier luck by helping them find loving, permanent homes. Her cheerful smile and warm personality puts everyone at ease; and whether it's calming a nervous cat or helping an adoptive family make a suitable match, Maureen does her job with grace and tact.

Dedicated and energetic, Maureen is quite possibly the ultimate volunteer multitasker! Her many duties with AFRP have included providing cat care, assisting with dog and cat adoptions, providing animal transportation, helping with follow up calls to adoptive families, and posting announcements about adoptable dogs and cats on Craigslist.

Over the years many special animals and heartwarming adoptions have touched Maureen’s heart and fuel her motivation to continue her work. Her own adopted AFRP cat, Miss Shadow, was a frightened little cat that nobody else seemed interested in adopting. Now a wonderful companion, Miss Shadow serves as a daily reminder to Maureen of the small miracles that happen each time a homeless animal finds a place in somebody’s heart and home. Each cat, kitten, dog and puppy that Maureen has helped find a home becomes a special memory for her.

"Volunteering for AFRP makes me feel like I'm giving a little back to the animals that have always filled my heart with such complete joy," says Maureen.

Thank you, Maureen, for all that you do!

If you are interested in experiencing the satisfaction of helping homeless animals, please consider becoming an AFRP volunteer. Give us a call at 831-333-0722.

Every Volunteer Makes a Difference
Won't you help us rescue more dogs and cats by becoming a volunteer?

AFRP depends on foster volunteers and donations from the general public to rescue approximately 1,600 dogs and cats each year. AFRP has many rewarding volunteer opportunities available. Get involved today!

If there is anything else you would like to know about Animal Friends Rescue Project, please email us at info@animalfriendsrescue.org or call us at (831) 333-0722. Also, let us know if you are interested in joining our mailing list.

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Volunteer Spotlight

Maureen Bird with Calvary

Before she started volunteering for AFRP, Maureen would look at the cats through the glass at the Santa Cruz PetSmart adoption site and think, "Those poor things." But once she learned about AFRP's mission to give homeless animals a second chance, she had a change of heart. She now tells everyone, "Those cats are the luckiest cats in the world!" Since 2005, Maureen has made it her goal to help AFRP animals change thier luck by helping them find loving, permanent homes. Her cheerful smile and warm personality puts everyone at ease; and whether it's calming a nervous cat or helping an adoptive family make a suitable match, Maureen does her job with grace and tact. Dedicated and energetic, Maureen is quite possibly the ultimate volunteer multitasker! Her many duties with AFRP have included providing cat care, assisting with dog and cat adoptions, providing animal transportation, helping with follow up calls to adoptive families, and posting announcements about adoptable dogs and cats on Craigslist. Over the years many special animals and heartwarming adoptions have touched Maureen’s heart and fuel her motivation to continue her work. Her own adopted AFRP cat, Miss Shadow, was a frightened little cat that nobody else seemed interested in adopting. Now a wonderful companion, Miss Shadow serves as a daily reminder to Maureen of the small miracles that happen each time a homeless animal finds a place in somebody’s heart and home. Each cat, kitten, dog and puppy that Maureen has helped find a home becomes a special memory for her. "Volunteering for AFRP makes me feel like I'm giving a little back to the animals that have always filled my heart with such complete joy," says Maureen. Thank you, Maureen, for all that you do! If you are interested in experiencing the satisfaction of helping homeless animals, please consider becoming an AFRP volunteer. Give us a call at 831-333-0722. Every Volunteer Makes a Difference Won't you help us rescue more dogs and cats by becoming a volunteer? AFRP depends on foster volunteers and donations from the general public to rescue approximately 1,600 dogs and cats each year. AFRP has many rewarding volunteer opportunities available. Get involved today!