ABOUT DCHS
Mission
The mission statement of Dane County Humane Society (DCHS) is Helping People Help Animals.
Core Values
In support of the organization mission, the following are core values of DCHS:
- Together we hold central the welfare and care of animals
- Together we are compassionate and empathetic in every decision and interaction
- Together we are fiscally responsible and accountable
- Together we commit to honesty and integrity
- Together we stand behind our work
- Together we embrace constructive change
- Together we lead by example and with excellence.
Position Statements
Position statements have been approved by the Board of Directors of DCHS. These statements constitute the attitude and position of DCHS regarding animal welfare and protection issues at this particular time in history. DCHS publishes position statements as a barometer by which the shelter expects to be judged in efforts to help make the community a more humane society as a whole.
Board of Directors
DCHS's Board of Directors is responsible for overseeing the shelter. The Board is comprised of community members committed to the mission of Helping People Help Animals. Board members volunteer their time.
- Cathy Holmes (President)
- Ellen Markey (Vice President)
- Cris Marsh (Secretary)
- Bridget Bush (Treasurer)
- John Bloodgood
- Shirley Crocker
- Gary Godding
- Joseph S. Goode
- Laura Murray
- Cheryl Osinga
- Amy Overby
Board members are chosen either by appointment from the Board or by election from DCHS members at the annual meeting. To read profiles of candidates up for reappointment at the June 29, 2011 annual meeting, click here.
Meetings are open to active DCHS members. The Board of Directors meets monthly on the third Wednesday from 11:00am to 1:00pm in the DCHS training room. Occasionally, meetings are held offsite.
Statistics and Financials
DCHS openly shares shelter animal intake and outcome statistics and financials.
Surveys
DCHS appreciates and solicits feedback from adopters, donors, and program participants.
