Volunteer of the Month - Linda Rulifson

May 16, 2011

Linda Rulifson is a true inspiration to everyone around her.  Her amazing attitude and kind heart are infectious and she embodies the true spirit of service. We all appreciate her and Austin Pets Alive! is so lucky to have her as a volunteer.  Linda's a tireless volunteer who has performed more jobs within APA! than anyone can count...transporting, volunteer coordination, dog walking, building greeting, laundry, and tons more... thank you, Linda!

Here are just a few of the many amazing things people have to say about Linda:

"Momma Linda," as we call her, is often the highlight of my day!  She never misses an opportunity to cuddle on a dog (even if it's mangy!), offer a hug or kind word to a counselor, or share her smile with the public.  She is completely selfless, always offering her time and energy and amazing attitude.  She makes the volunteer coordination team a joy to be a part of and I am fortunate enough to call her my friend.  She is a wonderful volunteer and a wonderful person.  The animals are lucky to have her and so are we!  Thanks for everything Momma Linda!  ~Ariana



Linda has been a tremendous help to me, coordinating with the Bowie kids on Fridays and chipping in herself when I've had too much on my plate.  A very sweet, gentle person who contributes a lot.  ~ Frank

"Momma Linda" as we call her, is an incredible woman with an incredible heart.  You can always count on her to get the job done and to keep you laughing while she's doing it.  I feel so lucky to have her a part of APA! and get to see her almost every day!  ~ Tessa

Linda is amazing.  She is always willing to help out wherever needed, whether it is folding laundry, transporting a dog or cat from TLAC, picking up a sick dog from site, organizing groups of high school kids to volunteer, cleaning the office, cuddling a scared chihuahua, or just giving hugs to overwhelmed staff members.  She is definitely the highlight of my day!!  ~ Holly