Our Supporters
The People Behind the Mission
With Gratitude
Every step of our journey has been made possible thanks to the people who believe in our mission. Whether you've offered time, talent, funding, or guidance, your support helps us move closer to a world where dogs never need to be rescued.
Our Sponsors
We’re deeply grateful to the organizations who have stepped up to support our mission. Your partnership helps drive innovation, expand our reach, and bring meaningful change to the breeding world.
As a young and growing nonprofit, every sponsor plays a vital role in building the foundation for real, lasting impact. Whether through financial support, in-kind contributions, or collaborative opportunities, your commitment helps us develop educational tools, advocate for stronger regulations, and bring together communities that care about the future of dogs.
Together, we’re creating a world where transparency, accountability, and compassion define the standard for dog breeding and ownership. Thank you for standing with us.
Our Donors
Behind every one of our milestones is a donor who chose to make a difference. Your contributions power the tools, education, and advocacy that help prevent dogs from entering shelters — and support responsible breeding practices that protect dogs for life.
We’d like to especially thank the McHenry County Men’s Alliance for their impactful donation, which helped propel several of our key initiatives forward.
To every donor — whether you’ve given once, monthly, or in memory of a beloved pet — your support makes this mission possible. No gift is too small to create lasting change. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for believing in this cause.
Our Committees
Our work wouldn’t be possible without the passion and leadership of our committee members. Each committee plays a vital role in shaping programs, building partnerships, and expanding our impact. From policy development to public outreach, these dedicated individuals are helping turn ideas into action and ensuring that every initiative moves forward with purpose.
Breeder Regulation Task Force (BRTF)
Our sincere thanks to the members of the Breeding Regulation Task Force. Your expertise, insight, and dedication have been instrumental in shaping meaningful, balanced proposals that protect dogs while supporting responsible breeders. This work isn’t easy — but your leadership is paving the way for real, lasting reform. We’re honored to work alongside such a thoughtful and committed group of professionals.
Mary Lanckhoff
Rhiannon Himmelmann
Kseniya Meyers
Suzanne Delaney
Courtney Randle
Heidi Weger
Kate Dalman
Events & Volunteer Committee
Thank you to the members of our Events & Volunteer Committee who keep our mission moving from behind the scenes to the front lines. Whether you’re coordinating logistics, setting up booths, or lending your creativity and energy, your contributions bring our vision to life in the community. We couldn’t do this without you — and we’re so grateful to have you on the team.
Montana Hayes
Anne C.
Ash W.
Carina V.
Angela L.
Kim G.
Our Volunteers
To our incredible volunteers — thank you.
Your time, passion, and dedication are what breathe life into this mission. From helping at events to lending your skills behind the scenes, you are the backbone of Herzog’s Heroes.
Whether you're part of a committee, working on outreach, or showing up to support in person, your impact is real and lasting. You are the ones who show up, who care deeply, and who help us push forward — even when the road is long.
Thank you for being heroes — not just for us, but for the dogs and people we serve.
Dedicated Individual Volunteers Who’ve Gone Above & Beyond
Some volunteers truly go above and beyond, and we’d like to take a moment to recognize those whose dedication has made a lasting impact.
Montana Hayes
Anne C.
Eileen B.
Heidi Weger
Mentors & Advisors
Even visionaries need guidance — and we are lucky to have some incredible mentors who’ve offered their experience, insights, and steady encouragement. Your belief in our mission and willingness to guide us means the world.
Alex C.
Eileen B.
Heidi W.
Mike W.
Steve G.
Stacy B.
John G.
Lori G.
Diana M.
Scott M.
HCBA Breeder Certification Contributors
The HCBA Breeder Certification Manual would not be what it is today without the dedication, insight, and collaboration of many thoughtful contributors. From breeders who shared their firsthand experiences, to editors who helped refine every chapter, this resource is the result of a collective effort to raise the standard of dog breeding.
To everyone who took the time to offer feedback, review content, and help shape this manual — thank you. Your commitment to conscientious breeding and your willingness to help others grow are at the heart of this movement. Together, we’ve created a resource that will guide and inspire breeders for years to come.
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Thank you.
Whether you're named here or quietly working behind the scenes, your support is helping us build something powerful. This mission belongs to all of us, and we are endlessly grateful to have you by our side.