About
The Animal Welfare Center of Ashtabula County is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation. We are not a traditional shelter or rescue. Our work is with people and pets in the community.
MISSION
Prevent pet homelessness and increase pet well-being
through
empowering the people of Ashtabula County
to
care for pets in the community
Safety net services to help pets stay in the community with their families
Access to affordable spay-neuter and basic pet care services
Rehoming, sheltering and adoption when the best option for a pet is
a new home
VISION
Every pet in Ashtabula County has a home in a humane community
PHILOSOPHY
Both pets and people are important.
Collaboration - individuals, schools, organizations, businesses, government.
Follow best practices. Don't reinvent the wheel.
Use data to guide decisions.
VALUES
Respect
Compassion
Transparency
Accountability
Empathy
BELIEFS
The Human-Animal Bond is Sacred
&
Every Life Has Value
BOARD of DIRECTORS
Debbie Sistek, President & Treasurer. Phone: 440-415-6442
Amanda Briggs de Lavini, Secretary
Stefanie Ingramm, Board Member
Pam Grodzik, Board Member
Email: board@awcashtabula.org
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Unni Heineking
Phone: 440-231-0053 (business only)
Email: executivedirector@awcashtabula.org
Kelly Forren - Volunteer Coordinator
Debbie Noon, Pet Food Pantry Coordinator
For questions and to request services, call 440-462-0008 MWF 9am-noon, Sat 9am-11am
