OUR TEAM PROVIDES
LOVING CARE
Who We Are
Mary and Ed Ashburn
Founders
Mary founded Lending Paws A Hand (LPAH) in 2013 with a mission to help pets in need while supporting Lee County and the surrounding communities through education and awareness in responsible pet ownership. From the very beginning, her husband Ed has been her “right-hand man.” Together they spend countless hours transporting animals to veterinary appointments, delivering fosters to potential adopters, and collaborating with rescue partners to find loving homes for dogs and cats from the Lee County shelter. Their dedication goes beyond rescue, they respond to community calls for help, advocate for animal welfare, and work tirelessly to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. To learn more about how LPAH got started, check out Our Story.
Foster Parents and Volunteers
Lending Paws A Hand does not currently have a shelter, therefore, we rely heavily on fosters and volunteers to provide love and support to all of our adoptable and hospice care pets. If you would like to join our volunteer and foster team, please fill out a Foster Application or Volunteer Application.
Board of Directors
President / Founder
Mary Ashburn
Vice President / Adoption / Foster Coordinator
Kelsey Quinn
Treasurer /
Board Member
Val and Kevin Wood
Secretary / Volunteer Coordinator
Leslie Skillman
Board
Member
Allie Pellerito
Board
Member
