G.L. "GIB" RAMBO RETIRES
After four decades at the helm of the CC/SPCA, G.L. "Gib" Rambo announced his retirement, effective at the end of 2001. He's been appointed the CC/SPCA's Executive Director Emeritus.
"During the past 40 years," Gib wrote in the CC/SPCA News, "we have striven to make the Central California Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals the best shelter in the state of California. Because of our wonderful staff, Board of Directors, many friends and the support of an ever-growing dedicated membership, we have accomplished much toward our goal. I urge you to continue your support in 2002, and add to our membership. 'Every member gets a new member.'"
For more information on Gib and Ruthelaine Rambo, click here.
JUDGE CREED CITES CC/SPCA'S "EXCELLENT" LEADERSHIP
"As the Central California SPCA completes its 55th year since it was founded, it is appropriate that we give tribute to the work and contributions of our first president, O.J. Woodward III," wrote Judge Frank Creede, Jr., Board President, in the CC/SPCA News. "'O.J.' was very direct in his leadership approach, was selective in the charitable responsibilities he undertook, and gave direction and his personal prestige to this fledgling humane organization." Judge Creed noted that O.J. Woodward's aunt, Abbey Woodward Parker, was an important benefactor, and the Woodwards should be remembered for their work and generosity. "There were many long sessions necessary to establish articles and by-laws and plans for the rudimentary buildings with which the SPCA started."
ALSO IN THE WINTER CC/SPCA NEWS ...
The CC/SPCA's new Executive Director, Norm Minson, thanks all 54 employees of the CC/SPCA, giving them "the recognition they deserve." Minson wrote, "There are a number of employees who have been with the shelter through some of the harder times, and have had the dedication and determination to stick it out, and have been very instrumental in making the Central California SPCA what it is today."
The CC/SPCA News also reports that the contributions from the estate of Jean Lamberson have now totaled $787,500 -- the largest sum of money ever received from one source.
Lea Mitchem of the Humane Education Department details the many fund-raising and volunteer activities, including the CC/SPCA's presence at the Fresno County Fair, Macy's Benefit Shopping Day, the PETsMART adoption program and the Pet Loss Support Group. The education department also thanked AT&T Broadband, KSEE-TV and other media outlets for helping animals find new homes.
A photo essay of the 2001 CC/SPCA K-9 Classic Dog Competition is included in the winter CC/SPCA News. Dozens of volunteers, underwriters and participants help the K-9 Classic raise funds for essential CC/SPCA programs every fall.
Ruthelaine Rambo Building Administrator Sherry Minson thanks Al Filgas for continuing to donate his handcrafted dog houses to the CC/SPCA Thrift Shop. Sherry reminds you that all those Christmas gifts you'll never use will find their ways to people who want them through the Thrift Store -- and will help the CC/SPCA at the same time.
The winter 2001-2002 CC/SPCA News also features articles on geriatric pet care ... a biography of CC/SPCA VP Barbara Westerfield ... a run-down of heart-warming Pet Facilitated Therapy visits by Cheri Mitchem ... a look back at Gib Rambo's college days ... and a sad farewell to Shirley Combs, wife of board member and past president LeRoy Combs, who passed away October 10, 2001.
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