Staff Directory
Roseburg and Eugene, Oregon
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Administration
![]() Anne C. KubischPresident
(541) 957-5574
Oversees general operations, program and staff development, external relations with partners, press, stakeholders; reports to Board for execution of policies. (Does not select investments.) |
![]() Aden BlissChief Financial and Operating Officer
(541) 957-2564
Oversees operations and administrative functions, including finance and tax; grants and contracts; IT; facilities; HR; administration of the Foundation’s investment portfolio. |
![]() Kasi AllenDirector - Learning and Knowledge Management
(541) 957-2578
Develops an organization-wide approach to learning that assesses program and community-building work, improves practice, supports innovation, and advances strategy. |
![]() Donna WolfordManager, Executive Office and Board Relations
(541) 957-2561
Supports the Foundation's president, the executive office and Board of Directors; coordinates board and committee meetings. |
![]() Laura CrosierHuman Resources Specialist
(541) 957-2560
Provides support for human resources and administrative functions; maintains salary documents and completes compensation benchmarking surveys; coordinates insurance enrollments. |
![]() Mandy ElderCommunications Specialist
(541) 492-2393
Supports strategic communications across the Foundation. Helps coordinate internal communications and disseminate the Foundation’s work externally. |
![]() Jennifer MitchellController
(541) 957-1531
Manages the Foundation’s accounting function; prepares financial statements, tax returns and audit information; assists the Foundation’s CFO with budget preparation and investment monitoring. |
![]() Jaclynn PikeAccounting Associate
(541) 957-2566
Facilitates the Foundation's payroll and accounts payable functions; assists the accounting manager with audit, tax and financial statement preparation. |
![]() Tom WinterIT Manager
(541) 957-5574
Coordinates and reviews all technology — network, computers, servers, website, AV equipment, mobile devices, telecommunications and office equipment; trains staff on technology. |
![]() Lela DeherreraIT Support Specialist
(541) 957-1533
Provides tech support to staff in Roseburg, Eugene and beyond; installs, tests and services computer hardware and software; coordinates AV and mobile device needs. |
![]() Carol DaluGrants Manager / Visual Arts
(541) 957-5574
Oversees management of all grants including the application and review processes, documentation, release of funds and compliance; manages the proactive Visual Arts Program. |
![]() Heide RoblesGrants Management Associate
(541) 492-2391
Provides administrative support to the Grants Management department. Aids in the distribution of grant funds, tracks grantee reporting and monitors programmatic contracts. |
![]() Ed McManusBuilding Maintenance Associate
Cell (541) 671-0173
Manages the 20,000-square-foot headquarters building and campus in Roseburg, including landscape, HVAC, lighting, roof and security system. |
![]() Casondra ReevesAdmin Associate/ Executive Office
(541) 957-2569
Supports the executive office and welcomes guests to Roseburg office. Assists with calendars, meetings, staff travel, and Board meeting logistics. |
![]() Diane SmithAdmin Assistant/Conference Center Coordinator
(541) 957-2584
Serves as the receptionist for the Foundation’s Roseburg office, provides administrative support, and coordinates conference center scheduling. |
Community Economic Development
![]() Kathleen FlanaganSenior Program Officer
(541) 957-5574
Assists in developing and implementing strategic grantmaking areas on economic development in rural communities. |
![]() Rozalyn MockAssociate Program Officer
(541) 492-2389
Manages a portfolio of rural capital grants, and assists with programs for workforce development and business financing. |
![]() Sara WylieAdministrative Associate
(541) 957-1526
Provides administrative support to the Community Economic Development department; maintains materials and records, and assists with events. |
Ford Institute for Community Building
![]() Roque BarrosDirector - Ford Institute
(541) 957-1530
Provides leadership to the Ford Institute; focuses on community building; strengthens and builds community relationships and collaborations; supports capacity building in communities. |
![]() Max GimbelAssociate Director
(541) 957-2567
Responsible for on-going operational oversight, design, evaluation and adjustments to Ford Institute for Community Building programs; assists with new program development for the Foundation. |
![]() Crystal AstonField Coordinator
(530) 925-6106
Works in the field to represent the Foundation throughout rural Oregon and Siskiyou County; supports all of the Foundation’s work at the local community level. |
![]() Denise BaconField Coordinator
(503) 840-5023
Works in the field to represent the Foundation throughout rural Oregon and Siskiyou County; supports all of the Foundation’s work at the local community level. |
![]() Laura IsiordiaField Coordinator
(503) 710-1317
Works in the field to represent the Foundation throughout rural Oregon and Siskiyou County; supports all of the Foundation’s work at the local community level. |
![]() Katie JamesonField Coordinator
(541) 591-0759
Works in the field to represent the Foundation throughout rural Oregon and Siskiyou County; supports all of the Foundation’s work at the local community level. |
![]() Maurizio ValerioField Coordinator
(541) 519-3902
Works in the field to represent the Foundation throughout rural Oregon and Siskiyou County; supports all of the Foundation’s work at the local community level. |
![]() Yvette RhodesSenior Program Associate
(541) 957-2571
Assists with operations and programs of the Ford Institute and Community Economic Development; manages the Technical Assistance Grants. |
![]() Alicia FloryProgram Associate
(541) 957-2574
Secures facilities for trainings and events; coordinates travel and meetings. Works as a system administrator for the Foundation’s grants database. |
Children, Youth and Families
![]() Keavy CookDirector - Children, Youth & Families
(541) 957-5574
Leads the Children, Youth, and Families department; responsible for strategy, budgeting. Develops and implements proactive programs in Child Abuse Prevention and Intervention and Access to Health and Dental Services for Children; maintains a portfolio of grants. |
![]() Robin Hill-DunbarSenior Program Officer
(541) 957-5574
Shapes strategies to support strong families and healthy children; works to improve kindergarten readiness, reduce the rate of child abuse, and provide access to health and dental services to underserved children. |
![]() Nathan SchultProgram Officer
(541) 957-5574
Develops/implements proactive programs for Youth Development and Education; develops community engagement; works collaboratively with partners, experts and change-makers in rural communities. |
![]() Claudia VargasProgram Officer
(541) 957-2565
Supports the Foundation’s work to promote early childhood success and kindergarten readiness. She works to improve alignment between early childhood education, K-12 and health and human service systems. |
![]() Levi WilliamsAssociate Program Officer
(541) 957-1525
Assists with strategies to support strong families and healthy children; works with Foundation grant-seekers and partners; conducts site visits of grant-seekers and advises grantees. |
![]() Cindy KempAdministrative Associate
(541) 957-1534
Supports Children, Youth and Families department program staff; manages calendars; coordinates travel and meetings; maintains materials and records; supports program events for conferences and meetings. |
![]() Kristin CooperSenior Program Associate
(541) 957-1534
Assists with operations and the administration of grants for the Children, Youth and Families department. |
Postsecondary Success
![]() Denise CallahanDirector - Postsecondary Success
(541) 762-0231
Responsible for the direction/leadership of the Foundation's scholarship and postsecondary programs; focuses on strategic planning; develops long-term community relations and collaborations with partners. |
![]() Ashley PotterPrograms Manager
(541) 762-0230
Oversees scholarship policy development and implementation; estimates scholarship payout; analyzes data to support strategic decision making; ensures programmatic supports for students adhere to policies and support completion goals. |
![]() Bonnie WilliamsManager of Scholar and Alumni Engagement
(541) 762-2524
Responsible for programs that engage Ford Family scholarship alumni and recipients. Helps scholarship recipients transition into the working world while cultivating a resource base to support the Foundation's mission. |
![]() Jeff StricklandStudent Success Counselor
(541) 762-0228
Provides academic advising, personal counseling and career guidance to scholarship recipients. Helps students understand academic expectations, and provides support services to help students achieve their personal, educational and professional goals. |
![]() Katherine GandeeSenior Program Associate - Scholarship Events & Selection
(541) 762-0229
Plans and coordinates all scholarship events, conferences and campus visits; coordination and oversight of scholarship selection process. |
![]() Carolyn DennisProgram Associate - Scholarship Outreach and Selection
(541) 762-0233
Coordinates and manages the application process and outreach efforts for scholarship programs. |
![]() Sarah BoamAdministrative Associate
(541) 762-0234
Provides administrative leadership for the Scholarship office; direct support for the director of Postsecondary Success; coordinates scheduling; serves as liaison to Friends of the Foundation; oversees student workers. |
![]() Lynh VoAdministrative Associate for Scholarship Supports
(541) 762-0232
Provides support for the Scholarship Office staff for student success, alumni engagement and scholarship awards. |
![]() Sarah HubbardAdministrative Assistant
(541) 762-0226
Provides administrative support for the Scholarship Office staff; assists with daily operations; maintains materials and records; provides assistance with events and greets visitors. |