About PRFA
Our mission is to improve lives and prevent the suffering of lost and abandoned pets by funding the services provided through animal shelters.
Our Story
PRFA was established in 2025 by Bill Andrade, MD, with the vision of providing meaningful support to lost and neglected animals through pet welfare services.
His journey to help others began with graduation in the early 1970s from Duke University Medical School, followed by residencies at Harvard and Johns Hopkins Hospitals. Combined with a lifelong service career in medicine, his community efforts have included years of service on the boards of the Nashville Rescue Mission, Salvation Army, and Nashville Humane Association, where he became a vocal advocate for both underserved communities and animal welfare causes.
As long-term Medical Director of Corrections Corp. of America, Dr. Andrade helped to establish the Cell Dog Program, which pairs incarcerated individuals with rescue dogs. The goal was to provide animals with structured obedience training, thereby increasing the chances for adoption while helping inmates discover a renewed sense of purpose and responsibility.
PRFA strives to become an effective, credible, and innovative organization dedicated to supporting pets, shelters, and donors through transparent, mission-driven initiatives. By prioritizing accountability and direct impact, PRFA aims to restore public trust that may have been diminished by past concerns surrounding the fundraising practices of other national pet welfare organizations. Recognizing that, PRFA is committed to becoming a responsible and forward-thinking leader in animal welfare, setting new standards for integrity, innovation, and measurable impact in the years to come.
Our Values
Innovative
We empower donors to choose how their gifts are used by leveraging technology and streamlining the donation process.
Transparent
We hold ourselves accountable to donors by responsibly disbursing funds and accurately reporting their use.
Impactful
We strive to improve the lives of lost and abandoned pets by funding shelters and expanding access to the services they provide.
Our Board of Directors
Dr. Robert Parker
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Graduated from Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine in May 1982
Founded, owned, and served as Chief of Staff at Shelby Center Hospital for Animals for 31 years
Past President of Memphis/Shelby County Veterinary Association
Past President of Tennessee Veterinary Association
Currently serving as Director Veterinarian at Memphis Animal Services and Staff Veterinarian at Main Street Animal Clinic
Susie O’Hara
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Education: Master of Science, Case Western Reserve University (1992)
Raised on a ranch, where daily work with horses, cattle, and veterinary clinics fostered a lifelong passion for animal care
From a family dedicated to dog rescue, a lifelong equestrian and advocate for animal welfare
Experienced owner of working protection dogs and a variety of companion and farm animals, including horses, cats, and a Giant Standard Poodle
Committed to animal welfare, rescue, and advocacy throughout life, with a passion for supporting organizations that improve animals' lives
Asunta Fleming
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Graduated from Rollins College in Winter Park, FL, with a major in Theater Arts and a minor in Economics
Founded Voice 4 Paws Organization, which has raised funds for the Humane Society’s dog adoption program by hosting concerts that showcase the dogs
Professional singer and actor
Board member of SAG/AFTRA Nashville Chapter
Former owner of a beloved tri-color Collie, and now proud owner of Indie
Ali Hemyari
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Founder of Nashville K-9
Author of 2 books: Discipline and The Success Code
Past Development Chair for the Make-A-Wish Foundation for 6 years
TEDx Speaker
Recognized by Nashville Business Journal’s “Top 40 Under 40” and Marquis Who’s Who
Commands specialized public safety units and serves as a Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force Civil Air Patrol
