Kimberly Stroud

After years of working in the wildlife sector, Kimberly Stroud was inspired to start her own wildlife-centered non-profit and in 2000 she founded the Ojai Raptor Center. The Ojai Raptor Center is a state and federally permitted, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of birds of prey and other wildlife, as well as providing educational programs about wildlife and our shared environment.

In 2021, Kimberly heard about WEV’s services through fellow clients and enrolled in WEV’s QuickBooks class to gain financial confidence and help guide her non-profit. She shares that “getting to upgrade our system with a professional who knows the system was a much-needed fix for our business.”

The Ojai Raptor Center recently celebrated 20+ years in wildlife rehabilitation and education. Their growth allowed them to hire a full-time veterinarian and has given them the opportunity to reprioritize. It’s safe to say, they won’t be stopping any time soon. Kimberly shares “It is a long process, but if you are passionate about what you do, it is very rewarding.”