Our board members, directors and advisory committee are the front lines of our organization. These volunteers often do double and triple duty, and you can find them not only serving in this administrative capacity, but also fostering, transporting, and working fundraising events throughout the year.

  • Elizabeth Howe, Rescue Director

    A Tennessee resident since 1999, Elizabeth has more than 30 years of experience with horses. Her first horse, earned with hours of cleaning stalls, mowing grass and babysitting, was a rescued Morgan gelding, 200 pounds underweight with the bad habit of racing back to the barn. It’s no wonder she has a soft spot for old geldings. In the years since, she has learned several disciplines, earned a certification in Equine Sports Massage Therapy, and has continuing education credits in nutrition, holistic wellness and equine management.

  • Allison Huckins, Events Director

    Allison has been a Safe Harbor volunteer for seven years. At various points, she has been volunteer coordinator, camp director, photographer, show coordinator, foster, and repeat adopter. She is also our go-to horse show announcer. In addition to her 4-legged family, Allison is mom to two young humans and owns a custom bakery/cupcake shop, A Sprinkle In Time.

  • Christy Driscoll, Board Secretary

    Christy lives in Barren Plains, on a small horse farm with 5 horses, four of which are rescues. She is married with four adult children and currently serves in the military. She also leads a local ministry helping women and teenagers struggling with life hurts and various forms of abuse and addictions. Christy has a deep passion for helping animals and caring for people. When she retires, she dreams of starting an Equine Therapy facility. Christy serves as our Board Secretary and Volunteer Coordinator. She also serves as our representative with the U.S. Trotting Association.

  • Janet Eimer, Treasurer

    Janet is a long-time volunteer with decades of experience in the world of finance. We are grateful for her expertise.

  • Matt Driscoll, Head Ranch Hand

    Matt serves on our advisory committee as liaison to Oak Grove Racing and ‘head ranch hand.’

  • Debbie May, Foster Coordinator

    A teacher by trade, Debbie has been our foster coordinator for several years. She’s also been through the adoption process, having adopted her senior mare May through Safe Harbor. Debbie also assists with behind-the-scenes administration and is most likely the person returning a voicemail.

  • Kellie Taylor, Foster Farm Liaison

    Kellie serves on the advisory committee as a foster farm representative and as part of the creative team. Kellie began volunteering with Safe Harbor in 2019 and has fostered since 2020. Kellie cofacilitates equine therapy as an EAGALA certified equine specialist. In addition, she is a professional artist, often contributing graphic designs for Safe Harbor.

  • founders

    Founders

    Sariah Hopkins, Director Emeritus

    Lori Simmons, Director Emeritus