“Our prime purpose in life is to help others. And if you can’t help them, at least don’t hurt them.”

- Dalai Lama

Kelli Thompson

Volunteer Coordinator and Foster


Kelli is our amazing Volunteer Coordinator, where her deep-seated passion for animals, particularly cats, drives her every day. At Furry Friends, Kelli’s role extends beyond managing volunteers; she also takes on the important task of fostering kittens, ensuring they receive the nurturing care they need before transitioning to their forever homes. Her commitment to community service is evident in her efforts to keep Vancouver clean through litter pickup and her mentorship of local youth, demonstrating her belief in the transformative power of guidance and support.

In her professional life, Kelli contributes to the tech industry through her role in Sales Operations, where she helps advance innovation and progress. When not immersed in work or volunteering, she can often be found lost in the pages of a book, driven by a passion for exploring new worlds and perspectives.

For Kelli, volunteering is more than a pastime; it’s a core conviction that through collective effort, positive change is achievable. She’s always eager to connect with others who share her enthusiasm for cats, community service, and the impact of volunteering.


The top three things Kelli wants you to know about her are that…
1. She loves to read! Have an book recs for her… ?
2. In high school she was voted '“Most Likely to Own 1,000 Cats”
3. She and Josh have two sweet cats, Xena & Evee, and one adorable dog, Remi.

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