Meet the Board
The Humane Society of Cottage Grove Board Members all bring a unique point of view, years of experience in community work, and an immense passion for animals.
Mary Kamm
Born in the Year of the Horse, Mary's not-so-coincidental love of horses and other four-legged friends has fueled her life-long service to animals. From serving on the board and grant writing to managing our spay and neuter voucher program, Mary continues the fight for animal welfare everyday.
“Every pet deserves a loving home! Spay/Neuter and Adoption Programs can make it happen. Adopt, Don’t Shop for Pets!”
President & Grant Writer
Denise Ford
An avid traveler (all 50 states down), Denise has brought her passion to decrease pet overpopulation to the HSCG TNR Program. After decades of work with feral cat populations, she brings compassion, understanding, and forward-thinking approaches to the program.
“You can improve their lives, and yours, when you help control pet overpopulation. Reach out today and make a positive impact on your entire community.”
Vice President & TNR Program Director
Pictured: Gary, Rescued & Adopted through HSCGTreasurer & Cat Care Coordinator
Corrine Simonson
Joining the HSCG family in 2024, Corrine is essential in the daily needs of the animals on-site, including medication management and special needs care. Her love for animals is evident in every interaction she has with our furry friends. Beyond the incredible cat care needs she provides, Corrine fulfills the role of Treasurer for the organization.
“I love seeing cats go to a new, special home.”
Fundraising Coordinator
Sonya Sullivan
Joining HSCG in 2024, Sonya brings her passion for pets to everything she does. As a fundraiser co-chair, she brings together our local community to raise awareness, funds, and community involvement. Her burst of energy and dedication to the health and happiness of our furry friends makes her an essential member of the HSCG family.
“To have loved a pet is to have known the purest form of love."
Carla Williams
Board Member
After almost a decade of service, in many roles, Carla is a highly experienced member of the HSCG board. Growing up in the wide open spaces of Montana, she has an appreciation and love for animals that reaches beyond her time with the organization. This love and appreciation is felt in everything she does with animals and in our community.
“We need to build public awareness of spay/neuter benefits, resources, and the direct effect on neighborhoods and communities with pet overpopulation. There are already so many cats and kittens that need homes.”
Pictured: Teddy, Shop Cat
Board Advisors
Jacqui Brasseur
A volunteer in the thrift shop since 2019, Jacqui seemingly fell into the role of shop manager in Jan. 2024. Jacqui organized our Second Chance Cats Program and continues to help us find homes for cats and kittens in our community.
“How can community members better serve the cat community? Get your pets spayed/neutered, donate time or money, or items for our thrift store.”
Shop Manager & Second Chance Cats Program Director Jeannie Peterson
Jeannie has been involved with HSCG for more than two decades. The title of ‘Advisor’ is a nod to the many roles she has filled and wealth of information, resources, and love for the cause she brings. Coordinating the Golf Tournament Fundraiser for several years is one of her most cherished memories. Jeannie also developed our Spay and Neuter Assistance Program.
“I have always been an animal advocate/lover. The creation and operation of the Spay/Neuter Program has offered me the opportunity to meet many wonderful people and pets.”
Advisor & Historian