VEWS VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH SPOTLIGHT
AUGUST

Please join us in celebrating Shirley Simpson, VEWS Volunteer of the Month for August!

Shirley has been a VEWS volunteer since September 2024 and volunteers regularly on our Monday morning shift.  She routinely picks up extra shifts that are short-handed and was nominated for this recognition by multiple shift leads. They mentioned her positive attitude, how willing she is to pitch in and help, and how much her confidence has grown since starting with VEWS not quite a year ago. Shirley has also recently become a part of our barn crew, cleaning and stocking as needed. Thank you, Shirley, for all you do for VEWS and VEWS horses!

In her words: "I volunteer at VEWS because I have a love of horses and I wanted to be with an organization that is inclusive and makes a difference in the lives of these gorgeous animals.  I have found that with my team but also with everyone I have met in the VEWS group.  I was worried initially as I am a complete beginner with horse care but I have learnt so much and everyone has been welcoming, patient and willing to share their time and experience with me.  It is a true pleasure to come to 'work' at VEWS.”