"The Humane Society of Kodiak is committed to preventing animal cruelty, reducing the homeless and abandoned pet population, and promoting the proper care of animals."
About Us
The Humane Society of Kodiak has been in existence since 1994.
Our organization was contracted by the City of Kodiak to operate the Kodiak Animal Shelter in 1995, changing it to a “No Kill” shelter for friendly, adoptable animals in 1997 thanks to community support. It is solely through memberships, fundraising, and donations that we are able to spay/neuter and provide other veterinary care for the animals awaiting adoption.
We are not members of, nor are we formally affiliated with the Humane Society of the United States or the American Humane Society.
We have our own bylaws and mission statement and operate independently to service Kodiak Island in its entirety, including the city, Borough, Villages, and the Coast Guard Base.
Our focus and the point to our fundraising is to prevent the cruelty of animals through
education and by promoting responsible pet ownership, reducing the population of abandoned pets through spay/neuter programs and to promote the proper care of animals impounded at the shelter.
Our volunteer board is made up of community members who enjoy the Alaskan lifestyle and have lived on Kodiak Island for many years.
If you are interested in becoming a member of our board, assisting with fundraising events or for any other board-related business please contact us at humanesocietyofkodiak@gmail.com
Board of Directors
Lorraine Stewart
President
Cindy Trussell
Vice President
Linda Lance
Treasurer
Angela Chervenak
Secretary
Karen Yashin
Member at Large
Emily Ryznar
Member at Large
Sara Newby
Member at Large
Staff
Jean Turman
Shelter Manager
Alyssa Aga
Lead Animal Care Technician
Mercedes Loveland
Animal Care Technician
Abbey Clary
Animal Care Technician
Stephanie Gyles
Animal Care Technician
Laura Booch
HSK Board Assistant