"What began as a personal mission to help animals in need has grown into a passionate community dedicated to giving every dog and cat a second chance at life. At Project Hope, we believe that love, compassion, and a safe environment can transform even the most broken spirits.

Every animal that comes through our doors is treated like a family member. Whether they’ve been abandoned, neglected, or simply forgotten - we’re here to offer them hope and a safe path to their forever home. With the help of our amazing volunteers, fosters, and supporters, we’re making a difference one rescue at a time."

- Stacy Pyrek, Founder

Meet Our Core Team

Stacy Pyrek

Christy Schultz

Founder & Board Member

Stacy started with a mission to rescue a single homeless dog and has evolved it into a remarkable organization that finds homes for hundreds of dogs and cats annually. You can often see her at events, diligently cleaning kennels, training dogs, or providing medical care, along with tending to countless other tasks.

📞 Phone: 224-699-2054
📧 Email: stacy@projecthopearf.org

Christy Schultz

Volunteer Coordinator & Board Member

Christy plays a vital role in training and organizing volunteers for both events and everyday operations. You can always find her at our events or with the animals at the rescue. She is also an esteemed Board Member, contributing significantly to our mission at PHARF.

📞 Phone: 224-699-2057
📧 Email: volunteer@projecthopearf.com

Cindy Kennedy

Christy Schultz

Cindy Kennedy

Adoption Team & Social Media

Cindy loves creating videos and connecting animals with their forever homes during her free time away from real estate work with B&W. She's passionate about matching ideal adopters to their new family member.

📞 Phone: 224-699-2051
📧 Email: adopt@projecthopearf.com

Holly Bakey

Nicole Fluhart

Cindy Kennedy

Adoption Team

Holly provides invaluable support and expertise, offering animal counseling for new adopters, ensuring they have the guidance they need to create a loving home for their new pets. Holly is a cherished member of our adoption community.

📞 Phone: 224-699-2051
📧 Email: adopt@projecthopearf.org

Fluvia Ramos

Nicole Fluhart

Medical Coordinator

Fluvia is dedicated to the health of every animal here and works closely with our vets to ensure each animal gets timely medical care along with the love and comfort they need while healing. Her commitment to animal welfare is evident in all she does, helping our furry friends thrive as they await their forever homes.

📞 Phone: 224-699-2056
📧 Email: medical@projecthopearf.com

Nicole Fluhart

Treasurer & Board Member

Nicole is a vital member of the core team, infusing our rescue with a sense of joy and profitability that makes her an indispensable part of our mission. She tirelessly explores new avenues for the rescue to gain visibility and is a familiar face at most of our events throughout the year.

📞 Phone: 224-699-2053
📧 Email:

fundraising@projecthopearf.org

Hannah DiBella

Foster Coordinator

Hannah DiBella

Event Coordinator

Hannah plans and facilitates our events and also fosters dogs for PHARF. She has a passion for helping animals and advocating for their welfare. Her childhood dream was to run a dog rescue farm, so being a part of Project Hope gives her a great sense of purpose.

📞 Phone: 224-699-2061

📧 Email: events@projecthopearf.com

Jenny Alden

Foster Coordinator

Hannah DiBella

Cat Coordinator

Jenny deals with all things cats, from intakes to ensuring the well-being of each kitty throughout their journey. She helps at cat events, arranges foster homes, and places the cats and kittens into their forever homes.

📞 Phone: 224-699-2062
📧 Email: catcoord@projecthopearf.org

Foster Coordinator

Foster Coordinator

Laura assists fosters throughout the fostering journey, ensuring a smooth process for both animals and caregivers. Laura is also an avid dog lover and has foster failed our beloved Harps, now Harvey.

📞 Phone: 224-699-2052
📧 Email: foster@projecthopearf.org