Kris Kaminishi envisions a more just and inclusive society through the power of philanthropy, nonprofits, and advocacy working together. She is the board chair of the Washington Women’s Foundation, the…more

Martha Lucas was born in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and grew up in North Seattle. She is a proud Garfield High Bulldog and double Husky. She received her Bachelor’s degree in…more

Mellicia Marx learned about WaWF from a friend over lunch in 2022. She was so inspired by the conversation that she joined the Grant Engagement Team before their meal ended….more

Karyn McKelvey has been immersed in the Seattle area nonprofit and philanthropic community for more 15 years. During her career, she has worked in the arts, health and human services,…more

Leslie Rosenburg joined the Foundation in 2023 as part of her journey to understand the non-profit landscape in Washington and to magnify her personal impact by participating in a giving…more

Jennifer Sik joined Washington Women’s Foundation in 2010. She currently serves on the Governance Committee and Membership Task Force.  She also has served on the Pooled Fund Grant Committee, several…more

Nicole Stellner spent her career in strategic planning and finance roles at Honeywell and Weyerhaeuser. Her education includes a BS in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School, an…more

Karen Toering has a background as an organizer, cultural worker and consultant for non-profit arts and social justice organizations that is born out of her passion for connecting people to…more

Alison Varco joined the Foundation in 2017 as an opportunity to practice philanthropy in her local community. She has served on the Pooled Fund Grant Committee for 4 years, including…more