Cape Coral Animal Shelter Executive Director Liz McCauley. PHOTO PROVIDED

The Cape Coral Animal Shelter Executive Director Liz McCauley has been elected to the board of directors of the Florida Association of Animal Welfare Organizations.

FAAWO is an organization of non-profit animal shelters and dedicated advocates working together to positively impact animal welfare throughout the state of Florida. Its aim is to improve the lives of animals and support Florida shelters through legislation, advocacy, disaster response, and animal Transport Services. FAAWO shares knowledge, expertise and support to increase lifesaving efforts and advocacy for the animals in the state, creating a unified voice for animal welfare.

“While leading the Cape Coral Animal Shelter the past five years, Liz has established important relationships with rescue partners and animal agencies throughout the state” said Cape Coral Animal Shelter Founder and Board President JoAnn Elardo. “Our mission has always been to help the animals of our community and far beyond. Liz’s involvement with this prestigious, state-wide organization aligns with our purpose and will allow us to have an even greater impact on animal welfare throughout Florida.”

The Cape Coral Animal Shelter and Veterinary Clinic is a nonprofit organization that has been serving South Florida since 2020. In just under five years, CCAS has found forever homes for over 5,000 abandoned, unwanted and neglected pets. Through its full-service, state-of-the-art veterinary clinic, CCAS has provided low-cost veterinary care to over 7,000 clients in the community and beyond. A major expansion is planned for 2025 that will more than triple the current shelter space and expand clinic operations to serve more people and their pets.

For additional information on FAAWO, please visit https://faawo.org/

For more information on CCAS, which is located at 325 S.W. 2nd Ave., Cape Coral, visit https://capecoralanimalshelter.com/ or call 239-573-2002.