Rachel has worked in the animal rights movement for over 13 years. She holds a B.A. in Political Science from Longwood University. She brings a wealth of diversified fundraising experience, specializing in recurring giving programs, stewardship and retention, and a donor-centric approach to communicating and engaging with donors as partners in this work. Outside of work, Rachel is a board member of the Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center which fundraises and provides program support for the Norfolk city animal shelter. She holds a strong commitment to mutual aid and community building. Otherwise, you can find her reading and cuddling one of her cats, buying more books than she could possibly read, trying a new recipe, or at the beach.