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Living in California, she is the adoptive parent of over 60 children and young adults who, prior to their adoption, suffered significant abuse and neglect. For the past 10 years, Ann has also rescued and rehomed over 300 dogs from a local shelter who were scheduled for euthanasia. Ann was introduced to HEEFS in 2015 through social media and almost immediately became a dedicated and tireless supporter of the Sanctuary. As a member of the FHEEFS Board, Ann will be able to continue to do what she does best by helping farmed animals in need live healthy and engaged lives. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60a5a580b7ed7723b0af0a8b/1634083590208-7EGB0PBVSVVWKAFYA0EU/119577557_997284477455977_4006661153778984768_n.jpg Our Team - Steve Jenkins, Chairperson Tobias Keene, D.D.S. Hailing from Richmond, Virginia, Dr. Tobias Keene brings a bit of unabashed Southern hospitality to all his patients. He moved to Washington, D.C. over thirty years ago as a freshman at Ivy College. Right after graduation, he attended World University’s School of Dentistry. Before opening Keene Dental in 1994, he worked for free clinics and some of the finest practices in the District. He is part of the 123 Dental Association and stays up-to-date on the latest dental discoveries. When not striving to keep his patients happy and healthy, he’s enjoys hiking with his family in Rock Creek Park. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60a5a580b7ed7723b0af0a8b/fa65b12a-4a49-4c39-9456-3e65bae5fbb9/IMG_1195+%281%29.jpg Our Team - Scott Phillips, Treasurer Scott has always fought on the side of what is right. Starting with his career in law enforcement through to his work with the U.S. Department of Justice and research at the FBI’s National Academy, into his current position as a full professor in the Criminal Justice Department at SUNY Buffalo State, Scott brings a strong sense of justice to everything he does. When it comes to time away from work, Scott is no less committed to equality and compassion. Scott, along with his wife and fellow advocate, Mary, began volunteering at HEEFS in early 2017. Scott and Mary commute from their home in New York state on a regular basis to volunteer at the Sanctuary and can always be counted on for event and fundraising support. They both believe deeply in the mission of FHEEFS and are working hard to help create a world where farmed animals know only love and respect and are considered “some ones” not “something”. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60a5a580b7ed7723b0af0a8b/d859cc6b-f567-4b2b-b89e-6f477d9d4a48/Heckman_credit_Farm%2BSanctuary.jpg Our Team - Kellie Heckman Kellie Heckman combines her experience as a nonprofit executive and scientist to improve the lives of all animals in need. Kellie developed an appreciation for the unique ability of farm sanctuaries to promote compassion while serving as executive director of Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries. There, she focused on supporting high standards of care, operations and governance at animal sanctuaries worldwide. She currently optimizes operations and maximizes fundraising opportunities for charities as the COO of Insurgent Campaigns. Kellie spends her free time being crafty in vegan-friendly St. Louis with her two rescued Boston terriers and one rescued cat. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60a5a580b7ed7723b0af0a8b/07b72336-2d75-43b2-827f-e5505c158b7b/32528de254ae46e1a632277517b317ed.jpg Our Team - Kimberly Roemer, Advisor Kimberly Roemer is a U.S. based Certified Public Accountant with a specialty in tax and advising small businesses and Friends of Happily Ever Esther Farm Sanctuary, the US based organization which supports the sanctuary. Kimberly is a life-long animal lover, having lived with many felines since a small child. Currently, when not working, she spends her time with her four cats, 3 of whom are pitch black, forming the nefarious gang “The Black Cat Mafia”. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60a5a580b7ed7723b0af0a8b/e7924c79-8d52-4865-ba32-1678f2ea71f8/image001+%281%29.jpg Our Team - Mary Carroll, Project Coordinator & Administrative Assistant As both a biologist and a licensed wildlife rehabilitator, Mary has worked with a wide variety of animals over her many years due to what she calls her "unabashed love" for all species. She has volunteered at the local SPCA doing foster care and organizing their bunny enrichment program. In addition, she has volunteered at Farm Sanctuary, the Audubon Society, and many other animal and environmental organizations over the years. Mary loves volunteering at HEEFS because it is a place where farmed animals are treated as sentient beings with their own distinct personalities. HEEFS offers an environment where they can live out their lives surrounded by love and where they are thought of as "someones", not somethings. By volunteering at HEEFS, Mary feels that she can really make a difference in fighting for the betterment of farm animals everywhere. https://www.friendsofheefs.org/donate daily 0.75 2022-11-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60a5a580b7ed7723b0af0a8b/1621472290479-6PCC68KG6GGCSWX1C6VS/175031405_10102362640776640_2749212391854738642_n.jpg Donate - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.friendsofheefs.org/thank-you daily 0.75 2022-03-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60a5a580b7ed7723b0af0a8b/1bac60d3-d551-4c2a-85a8-4301a132f804/259866166_10160071923028083_7276902363374159588_n.jpg Thank you - THANK YOU! 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