Chatham Animal Rescue & Education (CARE) is proud to announce the hiring of their new Executive Director Jon Spoon.
Spoon brings a passion for promoting animal welfare along with years of experience as a non-profit director, college administrator and small business owner. He holds a B.A. from the University of North Carolina at Asheville and a law degree from North Carolina Central University.
Spoon is a proven leader in the community and region having graduated from Leadership Chatham, the Rural Economic Development Institute, and the Latino Initiative through Go Global N.C. In 2018, Jon was selected as a Goodmon Fellow for Emerging Leaders through Leadership Triangle.
Spoon is excited to take the reigns for an established and impactful organization in Chatham.
“I think this is a fantastic opportunity to put my local connections and management skillset to use for a cause that is near and dear to my heart,” Spoon said. “I care deeply for the community in Chatham County and have always loved animals. The chance to work for the betterment of both is a very exciting undertaking.”
The initial goals for CARE under Spoon’s leadership will be to expand its fostering base, diversify and develop its board of directors, and grow its fundraising network through personal and corporate donations.
Joan Cunningham, president of CARE’s board of directors, comments “We are delighted to welcome Jon to the CARE family. He brings a unique combination of experience and leadership skills.”
Cunningham continues “Jon has a commitment to our mission and the energy and skills to help CARE reach and exceed our strategic goals and to maintain our financial health and ensure our sustainability. We are lucky to have someone with such a love for and knowledge of Chatham County to help CARE grow to meet the challenges of the changing character of our county."
Spoon began work as CARE’s executive director on June 15, 2023, and will reaching out to volunteers, donors and community partners in the coming weeks.
For more information about CARE, please visit the organization website or reach out directly to Jon Spoon at jons@chathamanimalrescue.org or 919-200-8948.