About Us

 Animal Welfare of the Albemarle Region Every Day (AWARE) is a 501(c)(3) all-volunteer nonprofit dedicated to preventing unwanted litters by offering discounted spay and neuter vouchers to all pet owners in Chowan, Gates, and Perquimans counties, North Carolina.  We are not affiliated with any other organization.

 As the main fundraising partner of Tri-County Animal Shelter (138 Icaria Rd., Tyner, NC), AWARE helps to increase adoptions and enhance care for animals and staff through targeted support. 


Officers and Directors

President

  Bethany Thompson, Hertford NC

Vice President

   Marina Taylor, Hertford NC

Secretary

    Sandra Sperry, Hertford, NC

Treasurer

    Sharon Lane, Hertford, NC    

All terms expire Sept. 30, 2026

Board:

Officers listed above,

Jean Kuchta, Edenton, NC,

Ann Nofsinger, Edenton, NC

 Member Emeritus

    Lois Schneck, Palm Coast