BRUNSWICK — The Coastal Humane Society recently announced that it has hired Chris Wolff, most recently of the Maine Community Foundation, as its new director of Programs and Community Relations.
The position is a new one for Coastal Humane. Wolff will expand on existing programs at the shelter and introduce new ones to Coastal’s communities, chiefly a humane education initiative. She will also develop the organization’s presence in the community.
Wolff has a strong background in community development, volunteer management and organizational development. Most recently, she worked for the Maine Community Foundation as a program officer, following nine years at the Island Institute as the community development director and Fellows Program director. She has worked in similar roles for Americorps, as well as the Tanglewood 4-H Camp and Learning Center and the Chewonki Foundation.
Wolff, of Topsham, is eager to be serving her local community.
“I have always been so impressed with the care and attention Coastal Humane Society has given to the animals in its care and the passion and commitment of the staff. It’s great to be part of this amazing team helping to create forever homes for the 2,500 animals that pass through our doors each year,” she said.
Wolff is currently the proud mom of a rescue mutt named Marlee who turns 9 this year.
Among Wolff ’s plans for Coastal is the development of a comprehensive humane educational program and connecting these programs to the community.
Wolff is not the only new blood at Coastal. She is joined by the shelter’s new executive director, Joe Montisano, recently of the Central Florida Zoo.
Montisano said, “Chris brings a new level of community involvement and a real connection to the towns that we serve. Her depth of experience, positive attitude and passion for our mission is evident in her everyday work. Both the animals and humans at Coastal Humane Society are very fortunate to have added her to our team.”
To reach Wolff, call 449-1366 ext. 5 or email cwolff@coastalhumanesociety.org.
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