About

VECCS Gives is the charitable arm of the Society (VECCS). The VECCS Gives Committee is responsible for enhancing the quality of life for animals in need and working K9s through scholarships, grants, animal welfare projects, education and training.  Every two years the President appoints a chairperson. The committee comprises a minimum of 3 persons that fulfills its mission with the assistance of generous donations, sponsorships, and dedicated volunteers.

Interested in Joining?

VECCS Committees are a great way to have a voice in your ECC community! Each year, typically in July, we will host an open call for new Committee Members for those committees with open seats! Please watch for this communication, we would love to see you get more involved! If you have any questions regarding VECCS Committees between now and then, don’t hesitate to reach out to Alexa, on the VECCS Team at [email protected].

Committee Members

Deanne Pawlisch
Committee Chair

Dr. Deborah Silverstein
Dr. Susan Barnes
Dr. Cole Taylor
Dr. Bob Messenger
Dr. Lorna Lanman
Chris Kotnaur
Julie Black
Mary Stamp
Dr. Tara Fetzer

Alyce D’Amato
Board Liaison

Lauren San Martin
Ridglea Callahan
Alexa Treviño
Staff