Board Of Directors

Steve Kaufman’s email for inquiries: steve@caloosahumanesociety.org

She has devoted her private life to being a wife to her husband Robby, and mother (to teenagers and animals alike), but loves to volunteer for local organizations in her free time. She has volunteered for Relay for Life of LaBelle, held many positions for the Swamp Cabbage Festival, arranged entertainment for the 4th of July Red, White & Tunes in LaBelle, and she is excited to be the newest Director on the Board of Directors here at the Caloosa Humane Society.

Melissa has adopted from the Caloosa Humane Society in the past, and she’s proud to say that she is still the human of her 15 year old Maltese Penny. She has two other dogs, Hank and Toby, along with two cats, Conway and Loretta.

Toddy attended John Carroll University, where she earned her Bachelor and Master’s Degrees in English literature. Her first career was in fundraising and grant writing; before she transitioned to her true calling – training dogs.

Toddy owns a dog training business where she works with clients and their dogs on obedience work, behavioral issues, Canine Good Citizen certification, and therapy dog preparation. She loves working with shelter dogs to find them a forever home. Under her guidance, many of these dogs go on to do therapy work in our community.

Toddy is married to her high school sweetheart, Brian. They have 2 adopted dogs (one from CHS), who are their pride and joy.

Toddy began volunteering for CHS in 2015; and was instantly hooked. She is very proud to be a member of the Board of Directors.

For nearly nine years, Carlie has managed, where she has built strong relationships within the community while balancing leadership, patient care, and business operations. She is also actively involved in her community and faith, attending for the past two years.

Carlie has a passion for organizing and supporting charitable events and previously assisted with organizing the NRA Banquets in Clewiston for four years. Her love for community involvement and giving back naturally carried over into animal rescue and advocacy.

An avid animal lover from a young age, Carlie has always had a passion for rescuing and caring for animals of all kinds. From dogs and cats to birds, raccoons, frogs, snakes, and anything else she may find in need along the roadside, she believes every life deserves compassion and a chance. She currently shares her home with two beloved tripod dogs, who are a constant reminder of the resilience and unconditional love animals bring into our lives.

Over the years, Carlie has supported local rescue organizations through fostering, fundraising, charitable donations, and community events. While she jokes that she still cannot come up with a good excuse for choosing human medicine over veterinary medicine, her heart has always remained deeply connected to animal welfare.

Joining the Caloosa Humane Society Board of Directors has given Carlie the opportunity to make an even greater impact within the community she calls home. She is honored and excited to be part of positive change for the animals of Hendry County and looks forward to helping expand awareness, support, and resources for animals in need.