Lori Burke

Offsite Meeting: Gulf Coast Humane Society

Lori Burke, a committed advocate for animals and people, has lived in Southwest Florida for 14 years with her husband, two daughters, two dogs, and four cats.  Originally, from Massachusetts, she and her family have lived in Atlanta, Georgia; Shanghai, China; and Fort Myers.  She firmly believes that the only way to feel part of a community is through nonprofits.  While in Atlanta, she volunteered and provided leadership training at Hands on Atlanta, she was the Executive Director for Shanghai Sunrise, one of the first nonprofit programs of the Shanghai Charity Foundation, supporting the education of Shanghai’s under-resourced youth.

In Southwest Florida, Lori worked at Mothers Against Drunk Driving; fundraising and building its programs in the community to include advocating for victims impacted by impaired driving, and providing prevention programs at schools, nonprofits, and various organizations.  Most recently, Lori raised funds and managed the membership program at the Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples.  In addition to her charitable employment in Southwest Florida, Lori has held leadership roles on the ArtFest Fort Myers Steering Committee, the Guardian ad Litem Foundation Board of Directors, and the Florida Youth Shine SWFL Chapter, among others.

Lori’s furry family members are all rescue animals.  She is passionate about adopting and not shopping and grateful to be able to be part of GCHS’ legacy in Southwest Florida.