Our Values
Applicants, Students and Volunteers can expect:
- To be treated fairly with consideration and respect and to be given appreciation and encouragement for their work.
- To have the opportunity to share ideas, thoughts and suggestions openly and honestly with the instructor
- To be offered the opportunities to participate in orientations and educational workshops, to gain knowledge on positive reinforcement training techniques, and information about Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and veteran communities
- We consider all applicants for admission to 4 Paws 2 Freedom programs, volunteer work, and staffing regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation or religion
Code of Conduct
· I will be kind to, and respect everyone including myself.
· I will work on appropriate boundaries for myself and respect those of others.
· I will work hard knowing that I will get out of this training only what I put into it.
· I will work to build healthy relationships with others even when it is difficult.
· I will practice good listening skills.
· I understand that I am accountable for all my actions.
· I will be thankful for what I have.
· I will practice not judging myself harshly.
· I will practice using appropriate communication skills.
· I will give back by using my talents for good works in my community, as I am able.
DEI Statement
4 Paws 2 Freedom encompasses people of all races and creeds. We are both united and strengthened by our differences. We are inclusive of all and stand firmly against racism and discrimination whether on the basis of age, class, cultural beliefs, disability, gender, race, religion sexual orientation or any other discriminating factor.
4 Paws 2 Freedom is committed to ensuring our diverse, inclusive and equitable culture is built on a strong sense of belonging, where everyone feels seen, heard and encouraged to show up as their authentic self.
Board of Directors
Chair of the Board - Tim Tribble
A Founding Board Member and current Chair of the Board. I have witnessed the power of Service Dogs in the lives of those close to me. The dramatic changes in their ability to do things and to participate in life is incredible.
As a former Army Medic, our Creed is “So others may live.” Which is a very personal statement to me and why I am dedicated to 4 Paws 2 Freedom. Assisting my sisters and brothers who have walked that walk, who wrote that blank check to our country recover from the invisible wounds of service.
A a former First Responder the same desire applies. To dedicate one's life to the service of others takes its toll. We see things that never should be seen, and those images stay with us for our lifetime.
I always tell my fellow Veterans and First Responders, ‘If we don’t take care of each other, who will???”