Humane Society of St. Lucie County welcomes new executive director Nukhet Hendricks
The Humane Society of St. Lucie County is thrilled to announce a new chapter in its history with the appointment of Nukhet Hendricks as our new Executive Director.
Hendricks brings over 17 years of experience at the intersection of nonprofit operations, animal welfare, and advocacy. Her leadership roles at Homeward Animal Shelter and Danny & Ron’s Rescue have marked her as a passionate community change-maker and an inspirational leader. Her dedication to animal welfare is deeply personal, sparked by her cats Willy and Polly, who have profoundly influenced her life’s mission.
“We are privileged to have the opportunity to work with such a champion for animals,” said Shannon Martin, Board Chairman at the Humane Society of St. Lucie County. “Nukhet’s leadership will surely amplify our lifesavin mission and drive meaningful change across St. Lucie County.”
Hendricks believes in the power of community and is excited to build her new home in Port St. Lucie, surrounded by her shelter full of cats and dogs.”I am honored to join the Humane Society of St. Lucie County as the Executive Director. The passion and dedication of our shelter team and board of directors to the well-being of our animals is truly inspiring. I am committed to building on this remarkable legacy and am eager to engage with our supporters as we work together to create a brighter future for every animal in our care,” said Hendricks.
Since its founding in 1956, the Humane Society of St. Lucie County has been dedicated to promoting responsible pet ownership and providing quality care for homeless and neglected dogs and cats in need of temporary shelter. Operating as a proud no-kill shelter since 2019, we continue to work tirelessly to find loving homes for all the animals in our care. Having built a strong foundation, we eagerly anticipate Hendricks’ leadership to propel us toward an even brighter future. Join us in welcoming Hendricks as she leads the Humane Society of St. Lucie County into this promising new era. The Humane Society of St. Lucie County | 772.238.5631 8890 Glades Cut Off Road, Port St. Lucie, Florida 34986 www.hsslc.org
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