Lori moved to Grass Valley with her family in 2000. After living most of her life in the San Francisco Bay Area, living in Sierra Nevada Foothills was a breath of fresh air. She launched her own pet sitting business, Pet Peeves, and eventually started volunteering at different local animal rescue organizations.
From there Lori found her calling - animal rescue. In 2011 she created Nevada County PAWS, a program to assist people in the community with resources for re-homing their companion animals. In 2013, after being involved with CAPE during the elephant ride protests at the Nevada County Fair, Lori started working for CAPE as a part time admin. It was not long before she added animal care to her list of responsibilities. “Being a part of CAPE is a life changing experience. Gratitude and compassion are an everyday occurrence at CAPE - with people and animals alike.” |
Jackie grew up in a small farming community in the Central Valley, before moving to San Francisco. As a young adult, she quickly realized the relationship between her love for animals and the food on her plate, and dedicated her life to plant-based nutrition for the past 16 years, managing restaurants and started her own vegan catering business in 2013.
Her heart has always been deeply rooted in animal advocacy but grew abundantly when she adopted a pit bull named Zoey several years ago, whose life was devastating before being picked up by an animal shelter. Spending time growing their bond and watching Zoey transform from a scared, broken dog to a loving and vivacious pup helped Jackie see that her true purpose in life was with helping animals. While she still enjoys catering from time to time, her heart belongs to animal advocacy. |
Cathy was introduced to CAPE back in 2001 when she adopted a dog named Elsie. It was love at first sight for these two! She started fostering for CAPE over 12 years ago and then took the position of Foster Care/ Adoption Manager in 2009. Cathy is also very involved with the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter where she has been a volunteer/foster mom for the past 14 years.
"I have a special place in my heart for puppies, ones that for whatever reason can't go up for adoption right away. These precious babies need to be loved and cared for, and I have the privilege of being able to do that in my home. It is so rewarding to watch them grow, become more confidant, or overcome an illness. Seeing them placed into loving homes is what keeps me going and coming back for more!" "I am often thanked for what I do, but it's me who is thankful! I have learned so much from every single soul that has come through my door. The compassion and dedication from everyone at CAPE has inspired me and I am so proud and honored to be a part of this wonderful organization." |
Back in the early 90’s, Nancy was instrumental in producing Speaking of Animals, an educational cable TV show created in the studio at Community Television. In eight years, more than 100 episodes of Speaking of Animals were produced and the show went on to win multiple awards for best educational programming. Nancy also co-wrote the music for CAPE’s television show “Speaking of Animals,” the theme song “Woof Woof” for CAPE’s documentary "Viva Los Perros!" and the theme song for CAPE's Youtube television show "Animal Eyes."
She volunteered for the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter, where she wrote the monthly “Dear Tabby” newsletter column for their regular publication. For 12 years, Nancy has been a rescue and foster volunteer with the Bay Area Poodle Rescue and for CAPE. She also worked as the Manager of the Santa Cruz SPCA for seven years. For years. Nancy is currently the Outreach Coordinator for CAPE and continues to foster dogs who have special needs. She fills every spare moment with reading as well as writing music, poetry and short stories. She enjoys serenading her fur-BFFs while playing her guitar, piano or flute. |
“"Never, never be afraid to do what's right, especially if the well-being of a person or animal is at stake. Society's punishments are small compared to the wounds we inflict on our soul when we look the other way."
~ Martin Luther King, Jr