In this episode of Ames in Focus, host Bill Gebhart sits down with Nancy Carroll, former Director of Ames Parks and Recreation, who now champions the campaign for a new Ames Animal Shelter. Nancy shares her personal passion for animal welfare, the current state of the fundraising efforts, and the creative ways the community is stepping up—including through custom t-shirts and a heartwarming book, Second Chances. Together, they discuss why a new shelter matters, how it will benefit both animals and residents, and how everyone in Ames can get involved.

Episode Highlights:

• Nancy’s journey to animal advocacy

• An update on fundraising progress and campaign goals

• Behind the scenes of the campaign’s creative outreach: t-shirts and the Second Chances book

• Upcoming events and opportunities to support the shelter

• Why a new facility is vital for Ames’ animals and the broader community

• Easy ways listeners can contribute to the cause

To learn more about the Ames Animal Shelter capital campaign and discover how you can help, visit www.AmesAnimalShelter.org. Follow the City of Ames (or the Ames Animal Shelter) on social media for campaign updates, stories, and upcoming events.