Our Leadership

Holly Adams, President + Founder
Holly is the heart and soul of MustLuvBoxers Rescue, serving as the president and overseeing every aspect of the organization. From managing operations to ensuring the rescue runs ethically and smoothly, she is committed to the mission of saving and rehoming Boxers. She also oversees the intake process and collaborates with the board to make impactful decisions that guide the rescue’s growth.
Living on the rescue center property with her sister and her beloved dog, Stevie, Holly is deeply invested in the work she does. She’s not only overseeing construction on the property to build a better future for the dogs, but she’s also eagerly anticipating getting back into fostering soon. Every day, she’s working to make a difference—one Boxer at a time.

Chris Zanassi, Vice President
With a strong sense of determination and a drive to see the rescue’s mission thrive, Chris focuses on managing the rescue’s social media presence, Petfinder listings and brings awareness to the rescue’s mission. Though she’s not one to seek the spotlight, her behind-the-scenes work has been key in amplifying the stories of the Boxers she’s passionate about.
When she’s not immersed in rescue work, Chris enjoys spending time with her family, including her Boxer, Vito, an MLBR alum. She’s deeply committed to the cause and works tirelessly to ensure every dog gets the attention they deserve.

Elizabeth Bearden, Treasurer
Beth has been an integral part of MustLuvBoxers Rescue since day one. As a dedicated board member, she oversees the MLBR PayPal account, keeping everything in order and providing a yearly financial report to ensure transparency and accountability. Whether it’s for transports, vet bills, adoptions, or fundraising, Beth is there—donating monthly and supporting fundraising efforts to make sure Boxers get the care and attention they deserve.
With a deep love for the breed, Beth has owned four Boxers (three of them rescues) and is wholeheartedly committed to helping MLBR achieve its mission: finding forever homes for these amazing dogs. Now living in Texas with her current rescue, Blossom, Beth continues to be a key force in the rescue’s success and growth.

DeAnn King, Secretary
With a lifelong passion for animal welfare, DeAnn has dedicated herself to the rescue and rehabilitation of dogs in need, with a special focus on the beloved Boxer breed. Her journey in the world of dog rescue began many years ago, fueled by a desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable animals. As a former owner of a dog rescue organization, she gained invaluable experience in managing operations, coordinating adoptions, and building a supportive community of volunteers and animal lovers. Whether working hands-on with rescued dogs or collaborating with fellow board members, her commitment remains unwavering: to protect, promote, and celebrate the unique qualities of Boxers and all dogs who need a helping hand. Through compassion, leadership, and a deep-rooted love for rescue work, she strives to inspire others to join the mission of saving lives and spreading hope one dog at a time. When DeAnn is not dedicating her time to rescue work, she finds joy in traveling, exploring new places and experiences. Her greatest pleasures, however, come from spending time with her grandchildren and her cherished dogs. Family gatherings are often filled with laughter, warmth, and the unconditional love of her furry companions, 2 boxers and a great dane.

Jennifer Haynie, Director
Jennifer has been involved in rescue since 2011 and has been with MLBR since 2016. Jennifer has fostered over 20 dogs and adopted five of her own throughout her time with the rescue. She is dedicated to being able to make a difference in the lives of the dogs as well as the families that are looking for their new companions. When she’s not involved in rescue events, she is a mom of three amazing kids who are getting firsthand experience in fostering, rehabilitating and finding forever homes for all the dogs that come through their home. Her goal is to make the world a better place for every dog she can.
Volunteers Leading the Way

𝐀𝐝𝐨𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫: DeAnn King
𝐅𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫/𝐅𝐓𝐀/𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥/𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫:
𝐅𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫/ 𝐅𝐓𝐀 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫: Lee Hoffer
𝐀𝐫𝐞𝐚 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬:
𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞: Nicole Matichuk
𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭:
𝐊𝐢𝐫𝐤𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝, 𝐑𝐞𝐝𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐝 & 𝐁𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐮𝐞:
Debbie Halvorson
𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐭: Sheila Long
Gary long
𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐰𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡: Holly Adams
𝐏𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝: Marica Frater
𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐨𝐧: Trai Kouwenhoven
𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐠: Katie Casper
𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫: Heidi Q Andersen
𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐡𝐢𝐜 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬:
Laura Mendoza, Brian Faulconer, Deron Hayes-Hirschy, Kimberly Funk, Ashlee Walthall
𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬: Larry Adoff, Dena DeMello
𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫:
𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦: Rickie Richardson & Cari Major
𝐏𝐞𝐭 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫: Chris Zanassi
𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬:
𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠: Carly Freda
𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐬𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫: LaBreska Jones Freeman
𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬: Holly Adams & Lee Hoffer
𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫: Nancy Trejo
𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩𝐬: Nancy Trejo
𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫: Chris Zanassi
𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫: Kristi Koontz
𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬: Jessica Guerrero, Alison Eberhard, Dorothy (Dodie) Slaton, Christine Connolly, Janae Mantz
𝐓𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫: Debbie Hrncirik
𝐖𝐞𝐛𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐞: Holly Adams

