animal shelter innovation

Jon Gary | From Cleaning Kennels to Leading One of America’s Largest Shelters

Rexson Bernal on July 23, 2026

Jon Gary reflects on a 27-year career in animal welfare, sharing how leadership, resilience, and investing in people have helped transform one of the nation’s largest municipal shelter systems.

Dara Worthington | Building a Shelter Where Every Animal Matters

Rexson Bernal on July 2, 2026

Dara Worthington shares how thoughtful leadership, community support, and a commitment to seeing the potential in every animal have helped Friends of Strays grow into one of Florida’s most impactful shelter organizations.