Animal Farm Foundation Staff

Media Inquiries

Stacey Coleman Executive Director Stacey brings to her duties as Executive Director experience in the private sector where she was a successful business manager, and significant accomplishments as a community organizer, award-winning Special Olympics coach, resettlement case management volunteer, and co-founder of a not-for-profit dedicated to the welfare of dogs. When she’s not in Dutchess County, NY, where she directs all aspects of the Foundation’s activities, Stacey travels across the country to address national and regional conferences, meet with animal welfare leaders, and consult with stakeholders on ways to better serve dogs and citizens in their community. Stacey has a degree in American Sign Language and has worked as a nationally certified ASL interpreter. She shares her life with seven dogs and six cats. Contact: scoleman@animalfarmfoundation.org

Caitlin Quinn Communications and Grants Manager Caitlin is originally from Poughkeepsie, NY and shares her life with one dog, Paddy. Caitlin received her BA in English and Communications and has extensive experience as a volunteer grant writer. She is currently pursuing a Masters in Public Administration from Marist College. Caitlin directs the grants and awards program, manages communications between AFF staff members and the public, creates promotional and educational materials, and provides customer service to anyone contacting AFF. Caitlin’s main focus is supporting AFF’s grantees, so no matter what stage of the application process you’re in, Caitlin is here to help. You’ll also see her at conferences and events all over the country! Contact: grantsandawards@animalfarmfoundation.org

Bernice Clifford Director of Behavior and Training Bernice, a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, is originally from Brookline, Massachusetts. Bernice has three dogs that help out at AFF: Dixie, a 12 year old pit bull helps shelter dogs learn to play appropriately with other dogs; Luthor, a 9 year old pit bull mix teaches shelter puppies how to respect elders; and Creature, a 2 year old Pug teaches shelter dogs how to behave around small dogs. Bernice creates enrichment and behavior protocols for the dogs at AFF and in other shelters and rescues. She travels nationwide, speaking at conferences about enrichment, training, and behavior modification for shelter dogs. Bernice focuses on behavior follow up for adopters, assisting with special adoptions, and working with other shelter and training professionals. Contact: adoptions@animalfarmfoundation.org

Inga McKay Community Enrichment and Education Specialist Inga is originally from Clinton Corners, NY and shares her life with a 5 year old “pit bull” dog, Karma, and 13 year old cat, Mulligan. Inga earned her B.A. in Public Policy and Economics and her M.Ed. in Educational Leadership Studies. Inga coordinates all shelter activities including adoptions, alumni outreach, internships, volunteers, humane education programming and community events. She’s the first line of communication for the shelter, so no matter what your questions, concerns or interests, you’ll surely speak or email with Inga! Inga can frequently be found at community events, connecting with the community through adoption and humane education programs, and presenting at conferences. Contact: adoptions@animalfarmfoundation.org


Animal Farm Shelter Staff Top Row: Bernice Clifford, Kate Fraser, and Charlotte Blake Bottom Row: Hanna Fushihara Aron, Tom White and Inga Stots