PASSON FOR THE CAUSE
Igniting the Creative Spark to Fundraising Success.
January 29th, 2027
SFU Harbour Centre Campus
8:00 am to 5:00 pm
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MEET YOUR SPEAKERS
John Lepp, Creative Director, Agents of Good, OPENING KEYNOTE
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Shoni Field, Chief Public Engagement & Advancement Officer, BC SPCA
Jessica Singh, Senior Consultant, Do Good Funding
Keely Rammage-Scott, Manager, Marketing & Communications, ReuseTechBC
Christina Adams, Director, Donor Marketing, CanadaHelps
Loucia Ho, Senior Manager, Development, Vancity Community Foundation
Alex Abboud, Principal, Works Progress Strategy
Andrew Procknow, Director of Development, First Nations Health Foundation
Nathania Fung, CEO, First Nations Health Foundation
Ryan Garnett, Head of Integrated Marketing, Harvey McKinnon Associates
Sandra Baker, Director, Advancement & Admissions, Hamilton District Christian High
Regan Harney, Executive Director, MusiCounts
Amiee Lindenberger, Senior Consultant, Global Philanthropic Inc (Canada)
Bruce MacDonald, CEO, Imagine Canada
Alison Keys, President, Keys Marketing Group
Melanie Lepper, Director of Client Services, Good Works Co.
Vanessa Burns, Principal, Vanessa Burns Grant Consulting
(more to come)
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SESSION: Building a Strong Brand Identity. Having a strong brand identity is critical in supporting an organization’s fundraising goals. This workshop will explore examples of recognizable branding, share case studies where brand identity and development have supported nonprofit growth, and provide key takeaways and questions you can ask yourselves about your own organizational branding. If you have a smaller in-house team and don’t have dedicated marketing staff, or are a fundraiser looking to learn more about brand identity this session is for you.
MEET YOUR SPEAKER: Keely Rammage-Scott, Manager, Marketing & Communications, ReuseTech BC. A multimedia communicator with a diverse background working in not-for-profit and performing arts spaces. Over the past nine years, she has collected skills in digital strategy, branding, and public relations. In her current position with ReuseTechBC, Keely has developed communication plans that have supported the organization’s donor and client programs, and furthered brand visibility and reach across British Columbia. Keely’s workshops are focused on providing actionable takeaways that can be implemented as soon as you step foot back in the office. Keely has a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication and digital and print publishing from Simon Fraser University. In her off time, she can be found making music, skiing, and spending time with her friends and family
SESSION: Beyond the Burnout: Building a Sustainable Grants Strategy. As the philanthropic landscape evolves, so must the way we approach grants. Starting with boundaries, and not burnout. Nonprofits are facing growing pressure to “apply for every grant and hope something sticks”. As a result, grant writers are burning out. It’s time to challenge this grant hustle mindset. In this energising session, participants will learn to build a more intentional, sustainable grant strategy. One that prioritises alignment over urgency and impact over output. Explore how to spot red flags in funder relationships, set realistic internal boundaries, and craft a grant calendar that serves your organisation’s long-term goals. Not its short-term budget gaps. This session is a permission slip to do things differently. Walk away with mindset shifts, practical tools, and a clear framework for applying for grants with purpose.
MEET YOUR SPEAKER: Vanessa Burns, GPC. Vanessa (she/her) helps organizations navigate the world of grants with a strategic, sustainable, and stress-free approach. With over 20 years of fundraising experience and 6 years as the owner of Vanessa Burns Grant Consulting, Vanessa is passionate about equity in the grant making space. She isn’t afraid to challenge the status quo through her writing, workshops, and lively LinkedIn profile posts. Vanessa is 1 of 7 GPC’s (Grant Professional Certified) in Canada and is also a Certified Diverse Supplier with the Canadian Queer Chamber of Commerce (CQCC).She is a member and an Approved Trainer with the Grant Professionals Association. When she’s not immersed in grant strategy, you’ll find her climbing mountains, spinning on a bike, or adventuring with her Border Collie sidekick, Arthur.
SESSION: Top Annual Appeal Tips. In this session, we’ll explore developing a strong and well planned in-house annual appeal. I’ll share ways to create the theme for your appeal and how to build a story around that theme. I will highlight how to create and schedule each appeal element well in advance, and how to systemize your plan for swift implementation. You will love the simplicity of my tried and true 3-step year-end e-appeal. Your campaign will roll out with minimal effort, allowing you time to be personal and intentional with your donors.
MEET YOUR SPEAKER: Sandra Baker – CFRE. Sandra is the Director of Advancement and Admissions at Hamilton District Christian High. Sandra has expertise in the areas of philanthropic leadership and charitable governance, major, legacy and annual giving, strategic planning and sponsorship. She has served in senior leadership positions for a variety of charitable organizations, both on staff and as a consultant. She’s led and managed telemarketing, e-appeals, countless direct mail campaigns, digital ads and communications, both in house and with external suppliers. Prior to joining HDCH, she served as Chief Executive Office of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Halton and Hamilton, Director of Development for Toronto’s Yonge Street Mission, and Director of Development at the Burlington Community Foundation. Sandra opened her consulting firm in 1993, supporting marketing, fundraising and communications for arts, health and social services charities. She is a philanthropy coach. Ms. Baker holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Economics from Wilfrid Laurier University and is one of Canada’s 800 CRFEs. Sandra lives in beautiful Hamilton Ontario, with her husband, two cats, and a turtle named Norman.
SESSION: It’s Not All About You: Breaking Down Silos to Help Your Organization Succeed. Donors today have more choice than ever. From an endless number of choices on Netflix and Amazon, to a seemingly endless number of charities which they could support. Yet, many non-profit organizations still seem intent on flagging donors for certain programs, and putting up silos between different departments/channels. This does not create the ideal donor experience, and can lead to them supporting another cause (or just buying that thing on Amazon they were debating). Join me as I help you break down silos in your organization and grow all areas of your fundraising program. I’ll provide you with specific strategies to improve your fundraising integration through your annual giving, online, monthly, and legacy giving programs.
MEET YOUR SPEAKER: Ryan Garnett, Head of Integrated Marketing, Harvey McKinnon Associates. Ryan is a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) with more than 10 years of experience helping non-profits raise more money for their causes. At Harvey McKinnon Associates, he’s the Head of Integrated Marketing and helps clients develop strategies for integrating their efforts through all channels including direct mail, telemarketing, e-mail, social media, and online. Ryan has been a speaker at a number of fundraising conferences/events including AFP ICON, AFP Toronto Congress, Bridge Integrated Fundraising Conference, AHP International, CAGP, and many others.
SESSION: From Transactional to Transformational: Bridging Nonprofits and Corporate Ecosystems. Traditional donor models are shifting. Nonprofits in youth development, arts, and education frequently compete for a shrinking pool of standard grants, even as commercial industries actively search for authentic, high-impact social strategies. In this interactive breakout session, we will bridge that gap. Using the dynamic synergy between music education organizations, the commercial music industry, and philanthropic funding as a roadmap, we will explore how community-based programs can move beyond traditional sponsorships and tap directly into commercial corporate ecosystems. As your facilitator, I will guide you through a practical framework designed to transform one-off transactional donations into scalable, multi-revenue partnerships that deliver both brand alignment and deep community impact.
MEET YOUR SPEAKER: Regan Harney, Executive Director, MusiCounts. Regan Harney is a passionate advocate for the arts and a leader in music education, partnerships, and philanthropy. As Executive Director at MusiCounts, Regan leads initiatives that increase access to music education for young people nationwide. At her core, Regan is a connector—someone who helps others feel welcomed, supported, and empowered. Whether collaborating with artists, community organizations, or corporate partners, she is driven by the belief that access to music can change lives and strengthen communities. She is particularly inspired by the evolving Canadian music industry and the growing sense of equity, innovation, and collective responsibility shaping its future. Regan was named one of the 2025 Billboard Canada’s 40 under 40 and The Peak’s Emerging Leaders.
SESSION: Engaging Six Generations of Supporters by Building a Fundraising Program That Spans All Ages. Fundraisers have six unique generations of donors to work with. From the oldest teenage Gen Alphas organizing fundraisers to Silent Generation seniors finalizing legacy gifts, each generation has unique life experiences, values, and ways to contribute as donors and supporters. Based on experience working with donors from their teenage years through their 90s, this session will cover each generation using research and industry data, what motivates them, and—using the persona method of design thinking—guide you through developing a unique strategy to engage each generation in your own work.
MEET YOUR SPEAKER: Alex Abboud, Principal, Works Progress Strategy. Alex is the Principal of Works Progress Strategy, a firm that helps purpose-driven organizations advance their mission through effective fundraising, marketing, and strategic positioning. His experience in the non-profit sector includes leadership roles at Homeward Trust Edmonton and the Canadian Mental Health Association – Edmonton Region, where he led the fundraising and communications teams for both organizations. Alex holds a master’s degree with a specialization in marketing from the University of Glasgow, where his dissertation focused on cause marketing and corporate social responsibility’s impact on consumer behaviour amongst Millennials. For more than 15 years, Alex has been a leader in the fields of communications, fundraising, and strategy. Alex is also an experience board member, having served as Chair of the Edmonton Heritage Council, Vice-President of the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society, and on the boards of charities including Health Nexus and the Friends of Jasper National Park.
SESSION: The 200% Rise in Securities Donations. This session explores the dramatic rise in securities donations—which have grown 200% in volume and 361% in value since 2020—and explains why charities of all sizes can no longer afford to treat them as an afterthought. Attendees will learn how to overcome administrative barriers, leverage tax-smart giving options, and make direct asset transfers accessible to everyday supporters.
MEET YOUR SPEAKER: Christina Adams, Director, Donor Marketing, CanadaHelps. Christina Adams is Director, Donor Marketing at CanadaHelps, Canada’s largest online giving platform. With 20+ years in digital marketing and a passion for purpose-driven work, she leads campaigns connecting millions of Canadians with causes they care about. Christina brings data-backed insights on what moves donors to act.
SESSION: Mind the Gap: Helping Legacy Donors Move from Intention to Action. A supporter tells you they would consider leaving a gift in their Will. Great! But what happens next? Many charities are getting better at identifying people who are open to legacy giving — through surveys, conversations, events and other engagement. Yet these potential donors can remain in a pipeline for years. How can we help them move forward in their decision-making, rather than simply reaching out once or twice a year to ask if anything has changed? In this session, Aimée Lindenberger, CFRE, will explore what happens between a supporter expressing interest in a legacy gift and actually making a decision. Drawing on behavioural science, philanthropic psychology and practical legacy fundraising experience, she’ll look at why good intentions don’t always lead to action — and what we as fundraisers can do to help. You’ll leave with practical ideas for creating a thoughtful cultivation journey, recognizing signs of movement, choosing meaningful next steps, and helping supporters overcome the barriers that can keep a legacy gift perpetually on the “someday” list.
MEET YOUR SPEAKER: Aimee Lindenberger, Senior Consultant, Global Philanthropic Inc (Canada). Aimée joined Global in 2024. A gifted writer and speaker, Aimée authored How to Talk About Legacy Giving and brings over 20 years of marketing and communications experience, a tender heart, an insightful mind, and a drive to make meaningful connections with supporters in every organization she collaborates with. As one of the first in the world to complete a certificate in Philanthropic Psychology, she shares new approaches with charities across Canada — from the largest national organizations to local non-profits — helping them engage their supporters more deeply, particularly in legacy giving, which is her passion. She has assisted many organizations across Canada to raise funds including United Way British Columbia, Plan International Canada, VGH + UBC Hospital Foundation, Heart & Stroke Foundation Canada, WWF-Canada and The Salvation Army. Aimée has held leadership roles on the Greater Vancouver Chapters of the Canadian Association of Gift Planners and the Association of Fundraising Professionals.
MEET YOUR SPEAKER: Lucy Isham-Turner, CFRE, Director of Development, Family Services of the North Shore; President, AFP Greater Vancouver. Lucy is our Host and Conference Emcee. Strategic fundraising and development leader with 15 years of experience in the non-profit sector in Vancouver. I excel in strategic planning, corporate and donor relations, event planning, and nonprofit marketing and management. My passion for community drives me to cultivate meaningful donor relationships and foster corporate partnerships that generate impactful results. I thrive on designing strategic initiatives that align with organizational goals and enhance community engagement, ultimately contributing to the growth and sustainability of both the organizations I serve and the communities I care about.
MEET YOUR SPEAKER: Sarah Bollozos, Chief Development Officer (CDO), United Way British Columbia. (to be confirmed) Sarah bringing expertise in fostering healthy and inclusive communities. Their background reflects a strong focus on fundraising and donor relations, cultivated through a series of impactful roles. Prior to their current position, Sarah served as Director, Planned Giving at Heart & Stroke, where they focused on planned giving strategies. At the Canadian Red Cross, they held the role of Senior Director, Campaigns, Major Gifts & Planned Giving, and previously served as Campaigns, Western Director, Major Gifts (Canada). Within the humanitarian aid sector, they contributed to campaign development and major gift initiatives. During their tenure at Simon Fraser University, Sarah held several acting director positions, including Director, International Community Engagement, and Director, International Strategic Initiatives, SFU International. Their work history includes serving as Director, Major Gifts, Faculty of Education, demonstrating applied knowledge of donor relations within academic settings. Earlier in their career, Sarah was the Development & Donor Relations Head at the University of Central Asia, contributing to resource mobilization and stakeholder engagement. Their diverse background also includes experience as Manager, Marketing Strategy & Operations at TDCA, Programme Grants Officer at E3 Collaborative, and Marketing Associate at Hewlett Packard Enterprise.
MEET YOUR SPEAKER: Shoni Field, Chief Public Engagement & Advancement Officer, BC SPCA. Shoni s a strategic fundraising leader with nearly 30 years of experience, specializing in direct response, digital transformation, public engagement and strategic growth planning. She leads a team of 60+ fundraising, communications and community engagement professionals who inspire kind and caring British Columbians to work for a future where animals and humans thrive together. Shoni is the founder of For the Paws Summit, the first global conference for animal welfare fundraisers and marketers drawing attendees from six countries, and speaks at fundraising conferences nationally and internationally. She is also a long-time advocate for voting reform and citizen engagement. Shoni lives, and continues to learn and unlearn, in the unceded, ancestral lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations, currently known as Vancouver.
SESSION: What 30 Years of Donor Conversations Have Taught Me About Fundraising. In a world of digital overload, artificial intelligence, and ever-changing fundraising trends, one thing remains constant: people give because they care. After more than 30 years leading Keys Marketing Group help charities across Canada raise millions of dollars through direct donor engagement, Alison has learned that the most powerful fundraising doesn’t come from technology, analytics, or campaign reports. It comes directly from donors themselves.
Drawing on decades of experience and millions of donor conversations, Alison will share practical, real-world insights into what motivates people to give, what inspires long-term loyalty, and why authentic human connection remains at the heart of successful fundraising. Attendees will learn how donor expectations have evolved, what has remained remarkably consistent over time, and how organizations can build stronger relationships that lead to increased retention, recurring giving, and lifetime donor value.
Whether you’re a front-line fundraiser, development director, executive leader, or emerging professional, this session will challenge common assumptions, reinforce proven fundraising principles, and provide actionable ideas you can apply immediately.
Key Takeaways:
• What donors really want from the organizations they support
• Why relationships are more important than transactions
• Lessons learned from millions of donor conversations
• How to build stronger donor loyalty and retention
• The role of human connection in an increasingly digital fundraising environment
Join Alison for an honest, insightful, and engaging look at the timeless principles that continue to drive fundraising success,. After 30 years in fundraising, the most important lesson may be the simplest: people give to people.
MEET YOUR SPEAKER: Alison Keys is the Founder, President & CEO of Keys Marketing Group. Alison has spent three decades helping nonprofits and professional associations unlock transformational growth. With over 30 years of experience, Alison and her team have designed and delivered thousands of successful fundraising campaigns across North America, recently surpassing the $2.5 billion milestone raised on behalf of their clients. Driven by a passion for connecting people, purpose, and impact, Alison believes that effective fundraising does more than generate revenue—it inspires movements, strengthens communities, and empowers organizations to fulfill their missions. Her strategic insights and innovative approaches have positioned her as a trusted advisor to leaders seeking to elevate their fundraising outcomes. Alison brings clarity, energy, and a deep commitment to helping organizations thrive.
MEET YOUR OPENING KEYNOTER: John Lepp, Partner & Creative Director, Agents of Good. John is a direct response, marketing and graphic design expert with over 25 years of experience working with charities around the world to help them tell better stories and to inspire donors to give, both online and offline. He is a respected and coveted international speaker who has traveled the world helping fundraisers be more “human” and “vulnerable” to these other amazing humans we call donors. He is known for redefining what modern fundraising can be. For almost three decades, he has combined direct response strategy, donor psychology, decision science, and bold visual storytelling to help organizations around the world raise more money and build fiercely loyal donor communities. Often called the “Ted Lasso of fundraising” for his disarming warmth and relentlessly optimistic approach, John pushes fundraisers to leave passive communications behind and embrace brave, emotional storytelling rooted in what donors actually care about: meaning, connection, and impact. A renowned international speaker and co-founder of Agents of Good, John has trained thousands of fundraisers globally, inspiring them to be more human, more vulnerable, and more creatively courageous in everything they do..
SESSION: Mind the Gap: Helping Legacy Donors Move from Intention to Action. A supporter tells you they would consider leaving a gift in their Will. Great! But what happens next? Many charities are getting better at identifying people who are open to legacy giving — through surveys, conversations, events and other engagement. Yet these potential donors can remain in a pipeline for years. How can we help them move forward in their decision-making, rather than simply reaching out once or twice a year to ask if anything has changed? In this session, Aimée Lindenberger, CFRE, will explore what happens between a supporter expressing interest in a legacy gift and actually making a decision. Drawing on behavioural science, philanthropic psychology and practical legacy fundraising experience, she’ll look at why good intentions don’t always lead to action — and what we as fundraisers can do to help. You’ll leave with practical ideas for creating a thoughtful cultivation journey, recognizing signs of movement, choosing meaningful next steps, and helping supporters overcome the barriers that can keep a legacy gift perpetually on the “someday” list.
MEET YOUR SPEAKER: Melanie Lepper, Principal Consultant & Head of IDG, Good Works Co. Melanie helps fundraisers write direct mail that actually gets read—and acted on. With 15 years of hands-on experience across political and charitable fundraising, Melanie brings a practical, no-fluff approach to direct mail training. Since joining Good Works in 2018, Melanie has partnered with dozens of charities of all sizes, helping teams navigate flat response rates, shrinking files, and the pressure to “do more with less.” She’s tested ideas that didn’t work, learned the hard lessons, and refined what does—and she’s generous about sharing those insights so others can avoid the same costly missteps. Melanie holds a Bachelor in Public Relations from Mount Saint Vincent University (2008), a Certificate in Philanthropic Psychology with distinction (2024), a Certificate in Fundraising Copywriting (2024), and the Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) designation (2022). Beyond fundraising, she lives in Ottawa with her 9-year-old twin boys and fits in running and Hyrox training between spirited debates about Fortnite and hockey rink schedules.
SESSION: What Do We Owe Each Other? Grief, Joy & Reciprocity in Fundraising. What might fundraising look like if we understood it not simply as raising money, but as part of a larger practice of relationship, reciprocity and care? Drawing inspiration from Community-Centric Fundraising and conversations about restorative philanthropy, this interactive workshop invites participants to explore two reflection tools: the Grief–Joy Matrix and the Reciprocity Matrix. Drawing inspiration from Community-Centric Fundraising and restorative philanthropy, this interactive workshop invites participants to explore two reflection tools: the Grief–Joy Matrix and the Reciprocity Matrix. Through guided reflection, small-group discussion and practical exercises, participants will use these frameworks to examine their own fundraising practices and relationships. Together, we will consider questions such as: How do grief and joy coexist in our work? Who gives and who receives? Whose needs are centred? Where does power sit in our relationships? And what might greater reciprocity look like in practice?
As philanthropy seeks to contribute to stronger and more equitable communities, this session explores how everyday fundraising practices shape relationships, power and belonging. Rather than offering a single prescription, the workshop creates space to pause, question familiar approaches, learn from one another and identify practical opportunities for greater reciprocity, care and mutual flourishing in our work
MEET YOUR SPEAKER: Loucia Ho, Senior Manager, Development (Philanthropy), Vancity Community Foundation. Loucia Ho is a community-centric fundraiser and campaign strategist. As Senior Manager of Development at Vancity Community Foundation, she leads the development of donor journeys and community-led giving campaigns grounded in reciprocity, trust, and data-informed insight. Loucia leads with purpose, bringing together meaningful relationships and thoughtful, evidence-based strategy to strengthen trust and deepen impact. Her work is informed by a commitment to restorative philanthropy and community-led approaches that honour reciprocity, reflection, and the wisdom of the communities philanthropy seeks to serve. She has over 10 years of experience in the non-profit sector, where she led award-winning fundraising campaigns with a focus on organizational growth, sustainability and innovative solutions. She is proud to have won multiple CASE VIII awards in Fundraising and Communications, and Silver in Circle of Excellence for her work in digital strategy and design. After completing her undergrad at the University of British Columbia, Loucia completed a dual master’s degree in Global Management and Business Administration from Royal Roads University and Management Centre Innsbruck in Austria, with a focused thesis on the relationship between cultural diversity and entrepreneurship in Canada. As a first-generation immigrant, Loucia is grateful for the opportunity and privilege to live and work on the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. Growing up in two different cultures has given Loucia a unique perspective and understanding of inclusivity and diversity. She is honoured to be part of an organization that is committed to advocacy and driving community change.
SUPER SESSION (One Hour): Cultural Safety & Humility: A Foundational Learning Session. This super session will introduce core concepts of Cultural Safety and Cultural Humility to establish shared understanding and language to nonprofits, charities, and foundations passionate about incorporating CS&H into their fundraising work. It will also deepen understanding of First Nations in BC, including historical and ongoing experiences that shape health, healthcare and relationships with health systems today and encourage continued reflection, learning and action as part of an ongoing journey of cultural humility.
What Would You Do? Short realistic situation, followed by reflection as a group: You are meeting with a prospective donor who has expressed interest in supporting your organization. He is highly philanthropic, well-intentioned, and clearly motivated by a desire to improve access to healthcare. As you present a case for support focused specifically on improving health outcomes for First Nations people, the donor responds: “I really believe in what you’re doing, but isn’t this something that should be for everyone? Everyone deserves access to healthcare, and everyone deserves a hand up.” The donor is not being intentionally dismissive. However, his comment reflects a misunderstanding of the difference between equality and equity, and why targeted investment in First Nations health is necessary.
Reflection Questions: What do you notice? How could you bring cultural safety and humility into this conversation? How might power dynamics show up here? What could the fundraiser say or do differently to turn this into an opportunity for learning and relationship-building? Practical Tools: Putting Cultural Humility Into Practice.
MEET YOUR SPEAKERS: 
Andrew Procknow is the Director of Development at First Nations Health Foundation. Andrew began his career in fundraising in 2018 and has worked closely with corporate partners, community organizations, and individual donors to help bring their philanthropic aspirations to life and create meaningful community impact. Andrew is a proud member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals Greater Vancouver Chapter, having recently taken on a Mentor role as part of the AFP Mentorship Program. Andrew is of mixed heritage, including and Western European, Greek, and Penelakut First Nation ancestry on his mother’s side, and Eastern European ancestry on his father’s side. In his spare time, Andrew enjoys being outdoors with his favourite people, golfing, pop culture, and cooking up some fun and fresh meals!
Nathania Fung is the inaugural CEO of the First Nations Health Foundation. A seasoned philanthropy and social sector leader with over 20 years of experience, she has advanced health equity through leadership roles across healthcare, social services, and community-based organizations. Nathania is a second-generation settler and immigrant of Chinese descent, is grateful to have grown up on the lands of the Coast Salish peoples and now working with First Nations across BC, and approaches this work with humility and a deep sense of responsibility. She is committed to culturally safe, equitable, and self-determined approaches to health and wellness for First Nations people and communities in BC. She recognizes the privilege of this role and looks forward to meeting partners, donors, and communities wherever they may be on their journeys of healing and reconciliation. Outside of work, you may find her browsing local markets, spending time at dog parks or on a mountain, or cooking up a storm in the kitchen.
