Our staff and volunteers

Wildcare Eastern Sierra is a federal and state tax-exempt charitable, 501(c)3 organization supported by a small, dedicated staff and group of volunteers.

Danielle Manriquez, Executive Director

Danielle grew up on a ranch and has been involved with animals for most of her life. She first came to Wildcare Eastern Sierra in 2011 as a volunteer. Originally, her intention was to study veterinary but has since changed her major to writing. She loves animals and enjoys seeing all of the various kinds of animals that come through the center.

She worked as a summer intern for several years before joining the year-around staff. Her responsibilities include caring for patients at the center by feeding, cleaning, medicating, and weighing them. She also assists in rescues, releases, and administrative tasks as well.

She holds a wildlife rehabilitation permit from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife and a from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

Rachel O’Leary, Wildlife Technician

Vanessa Miller, Wildlife Technician

Marcos Manriquez, Wildlife Technician

Heaven Moreno, Wildlife Technician

Volunteers

We are always looking for volunteers! Please see our Volunteer Page to sign up.

Cindy Kamler, Founder and Senior Volunteer

Cindy has been a wildlife rehabilitator since 1985. She has lived in the Eastern Sierra since 1995, where she is also a poet and writer. She founded Wildcare Eastern Sierra in 2000, and held the position of Director for 20+ years.

Board of Directors

Nina Marcoux

Nancy Driehaus

Gretchen Schumacher

Website and Digital Strategy

Sarah Lin

Credits

Bruce Willey contributed most of the theme images.
Nina Riggio contributed some on-site photos.

Thanks to all!