Friends Of the Animal Shelter

You Are Invited to Become a Member

We welcome you to join FRIENDS in the ongoing effort to improve 
the welfare of Animals in Hancock County. As a member you have 
a voice in the operations of the organization. In addition, your annual 
contribution supports the many programs that benefit animals in the
community. You will also receive up to date information about 
FRIENDS events, campaigns, meetings, and more - so be sure to include 
your email address.

CLICK HERE to Join or Renew
or to donate in memory or honor of loved ones (including pets)

Want to Do More?

There are many ways you can contribute to the
improvement of animal welfare. 

The FRIENDS organization contains several committees 
that support our programs. Whatever your interest or passion,
there is a committee that can use your help. From education to 
shelter support - adoptions to fundraising - your talents are needed! 
Become a member today and join a committee!

Joining groups and committees not 'your thing'? No problem.
You can subscribe to our eNewsletter and / or receive emails 
with updates on current events and campaigns. You can also volunteer,
schedule donations, or bring supplies to the shelter.


Donations are always welcome as funds are needed to support programs 
like spay / neuter assistance, adoption subsidies and more. You may donate 
in honor of or in memory of a loved one or pet by clicking on the 
JOIN or RENEW link above.


Or send an undesignated donation by clicking below:
Friends of the Animal Shelter 
is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization.Your financial 

contributions may be tax deductible as no goods or 
services are provided in return.


Membership Meeting Schedule

Membership meetings are held quarterly at the 
Main St. Methodist Church in Bay St. Louis at 6:30 p.m. 

March 23, 2012
June 22, 2012 - also the annual meeting 
September 20, 2012
December - TBA due to Holidays                              

The Board of Directors meetings are held 
the second Wednesday of each month.

Meet The Board 
of Directors

Penne Rappold

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President

Janet Fiveash

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Vice President
Fundraising Committee Chair

Frazer Rice

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Treasurer

Melissa Brauen

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Corresponding Secretary
Membership Committee Chair
eNewsletter

Susie Veglia

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Board Member
Past President
Membership Committee

Julie Boudreaux

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Recording Secretary
Membership Committee

Beverly Rice

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Board Member
Membership Committee

Rev. Heather Hensarling

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Board Member

Toni Haas

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Board Member

Kathy Wilkinson

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Board Member


Aleen Grieshaber

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Board Member

Micky Evans

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Advisory Board
Shelter Support Committee Chair
EDU Committee
Friends Founder

Lisa Wilbourn

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Advisory Board
Past President
EDU Committee

Jennifer Ladnier, DMV

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Advisory Board