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Photo credit: World Relief Chicagoland https://www.walderfoundation.org/news/elevating-chicago-as-a-global-conservation-hub monthly 0.5 2025-10-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/fa78ee3c-696b-4a80-807e-d88bf4f96306/IUCN-Inoue.jpg News - Elevating Chicago as a Global Conservation Hub Shedd Aquarium research scientist Kentaro Inoue (left) examines a mussel. Freshwater mussels are among the most imperiled group of organisms in the world. (Photo credit: ©Shedd Aquarium/Chuck Knapp) https://www.walderfoundation.org/news/bringing-israel-to-chicago-students monthly 0.5 2025-10-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/e330859f-40f3-447c-8b75-5188b205f2f8/Eretz-Chemda-classroom.jpg News - Bringing Israel to Chicago Day School Students The Eretz Chemda program now has teaching partnerships with 60 schools around the world. Photo credit: Moshe Efrati and Rachel Levin https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1e54e6c6-8f58-4e95-a023-97653c36c8fa/Eretz-Chemda-Zoom-3.png News - Bringing Israel to Chicago Day School Students - Make it stand out Teachers in Israel deliver lessons to classrooms around the world. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/66efd948-226f-4c62-bd4b-8975eaec0233/2016-Eretz-Chemda-Walders-1.jpg News - Bringing Israel to Chicago Day School Students - Make it stand out Joseph and Elizabeth Walder are longtime supporters of the Jerusalem-based “Beis Medrash for Halacha in Agriculture.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/13be2dd4-bbcb-41fc-86a0-576e14559050/2016-Eretz-Chemda-Walders-2.jpg News - Bringing Israel to Chicago Day School Students - Make it stand out Dedication of the Walder Terumot and Maasrot Educational Room at the Eretz Chemda Educational Center in 2016. https://www.walderfoundation.org/news/helping-early-career-musicians-find-their-paths monthly 0.5 2025-10-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/5ba8a56a-e368-477d-8bf6-4e62cc5adec2/Noelia-Cruz-violin.jpg News - Helping Early-Career Musicians Find Their Paths Creative Lab participant Noelia Cruz, a former classical violinist, struggled to find a new path in music after a devastating arm injury. Photo Credit: Ryan Bennett https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1688160033225-N1XDT3ABZJ76X2T573RU/Eighth-Blackbird-Creative-Lab-1.jpg News - Helping Early-Career Musicians Find Their Paths The Blackbird Creative Lab offers an immersive experience and ongoing community of practice for contemporary classical musicians with expansive artistic vision who are seeking collaboration, mentorship, and a viable life as an artist. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1688160034875-D78XCYL7K315LDL0Y3SG/Eighth-Blackbird-Creative-Lab-4.jpg News - Helping Early-Career Musicians Find Their Paths The Lab helps contemporary musicians develop artist-entrepreneur skills; develop performance and production skills; gain an overview about curating and branding; and instills a sense of responsibility to cultivate and foster future generations of artists. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1688160039481-HJ2LOP4PJJ1CJTBSCY46/Eighth-Blackbird-Creative-Lab-12.jpg News - Helping Early-Career Musicians Find Their Paths The Lab brings together up to twenty artists (12 - 16 instrumentalists and 4 composers) for an intense two-week immersion. Guided by Eighth Blackbird and field leaders across various sectors, The Lab offers immersive strategic visioning and experiential learning to equip participants with unique tools for their creative and professional work. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1688160045900-DY91EL4BJNNKHXMN01Y7/Eighth-Blackbird-Creative-Lab-16.jpg News - Helping Early-Career Musicians Find Their Paths Yerkes Observatory is the site for Lab 2023. Located 90 miles northwest of downtown Chicago, “ the birthplace of modern astrophysics” is the centerpiece for the immersion, with the town of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin as its backdrop. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1688160048672-F58T55MJRBOL9IHVNZMJ/Eighth-Blackbird-Creative-Lab-18.jpg News - Helping Early-Career Musicians Find Their Paths The participants have opportunities to rehearse and play side-by-side with Eighth Blackbird, and participate in daily coaching sessions, salons, workshops and presentations with faculty, guest artists and field leaders. 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Photo credit: Elawa Farm Foundation https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1600361245251-07XE52RYM1IIF6MEA3AW/CASL-web.jpg News - Chicago Region Food System Fund Based in Chicago’s Chinatown, the Chinese American Service League (CASL) has responded to COVID-19 by hiring their Culinary Training Program graduates to prepare culturally appropriate food for home delivery to seniors. CASL now prepares 4,500 meals/week to deliver to 300 seniors’ homes, sourcing food from local wholesalers that have been severely affected by restaurant closings. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1600361253802-X78MKOL3GFDPRE7CLJMP/Comer-web.jpg News - Chicago Region Food System Fund Gary Comer Youth Center is a self-sponsored Child and Adult Care Food Program and Summer Service Food Program site. It currently grows produce on its nearly 2-acre urban farm providing weekly donations of fresh, organic food to local food pantries and community partners. The Center collaborates with local restaurants and businesses of the 75th and 79th Street corridors to provide half-price produce and general support for business operations. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1600361285416-DBG06U05R7GY2B1ZYGAP/ElawaFarm2-web.jpg News - Chicago Region Food System Fund Elawa Farm is partnering with Bella Ru Catering to distribute locally sourced grocery bags to predominantly Latinx communities across Lake County, including Waukegan, North Chicago, and Round Lake. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1600361309680-Y6ZQ8F3CH2YTPXJLB5MN/GCM-web.jpg News - Chicago Region Food System Fund Green City Market was the first farmers market in Chicago to work with its vendors to launch a virtual marketplace in response to COVID-19. They partnered with WhatsGood to launch an ecommerce app platform that provides a central ordering platform and streamlines the aggregation and delivery process and expenses. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1600361320298-MMCGJM47XD0K69RJZLR9/Hope-web.jpg News - Chicago Region Food System Fund Hope Charities, Inc, in addition to its own food pantry located in Olympia Fields, supplies emergency food to ten local food pantries in the Chicago metro area and has increased its services in response to COVID-19. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1600361386856-8D85LF5HHVEBDYPGK1R0/IrvinFound-web.jpg News - Chicago Region Food System Fund The Edward G. Irvin Foundation/Woodlawn Community Produce Pantry will provide free COVID-19 testing and face masks during their produce distribution events through 2021. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1600361416061-HB1N7KE4MCPMX73XQE67/CRFSF03_SVAC.JPG News - Chicago Region Food System Fund The Street Vendors Association of Chicago (SVAC) established a cooperative kitchen vendors could use to produce their food with higher food safety standards than they could meet at home. Vendors have been producing food and giving it out freely in the community. SVAC has been paying the cost of ingredients. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1600361404087-6PB0JN47CHVAGZGW7X98/SkyART-web.jpg News - Chicago Region Food System Fund SkyART is shifting its Family Table program into delivering fresh food, produce, and recipes to their young studio programs participants and their families, while offering them local chef-led cooking tutorials to participate at home in the next three to six months. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1629238982065-1PLO6NGFH0JCE4VGX1OI/CHS.jpg News - Chicago Region Food System Fund Windy City Harvest assists incubator farmers in setting up small farm businesses to grow produce at Legends Farm in Bronzeville. Photo courtesy of Chicago Horticultural Society. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1629239231820-AHEG57V4JSMG05AOYOZ2/GardenWorks+Project.jpg News - Chicago Region Food System Fund This year, despite the challenges of COVID-19 and the social distancing requirements of the state, The GardenWorks Project gathered a small team of volunteers to help install and prepare for a community garden in Naperville. All proceeds of the garden produce, which will be planted this fall with funds from The Chicago Region Food System Fund, will help support families facing food insecurity with additional fresh produce available at their distribution sites. Photo courtesy of The GardenWorks Project. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1629239322440-BELD4NZ9VTY8VR18G4Q2/GPCC.jpg News - Chicago Region Food System Fund With volunteer support as well as assistance from the MAAFA Redemption Project of New Mt. Pilgrim Church, garden leaders Sam and Angela Taylor updated the 10-year-old raised beds at the Fulton Street Flower and Vegetable Garden. Photo courtesy of Garfield Park Community Council. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1629239446948-OHJEGBCK189RJFVUH3I0/Plant+Chicago.jpg News - Chicago Region Food System Fund Plant Chicago’s farmers market is not only working toward food accessibility through their Link Match and Link Produce Box programs, but the non profit also works closely with local vendors like Cedillo’s Fresh Produce (@cedillofreshproduce) to ensure that money spent at their market goes back to cultivating a more sustainable food system with their community. Photo courtesy of Plant Chicago. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1629239455191-XYC3A9KUTDA7GFEAL8Y3/PRCC.jpg News - Chicago Region Food System Fund Photo courtesy of Puerto Rican Cultural Center https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1637339022771-C7PZ5KO3E5EK1TIQB2KP/ElawaFarm-web.jpg News - Chicago Region Food System Fund Elawa Farm partners with Bella Ru Catering to distribute locally-sourced grocery bags to predominantly Latinx communities across Lake County, including Waukegan, North Chicago, and Round Lake. https://www.walderfoundation.org/news/connecting-the-dots-to-build-a-more-diverse-health-workforce monthly 0.5 2025-10-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/11112bdf-7f4d-4354-ab27-b3e6f3014ddd/IENS-workforce.jpg News - Connecting the Dots Internationally educated nurses are building a more stronger workforce. https://www.walderfoundation.org/news/making-local-and-global-connections monthly 0.5 2025-10-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/0ebd1f53-5aa6-4964-81c4-254bcd3eff43/Core-women.jpg News - Making Local and Global Connections MMCs meeting at the Core Conference. 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Photo credit: Dr. Bhakti Patel. https://www.walderfoundation.org/news/a-school-where-everyone-can-thrive monthly 0.5 2025-07-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/27732ff8-e080-448b-bd1a-cb3f1d36255c/Mesivta-boys-making-desk.jpg News - A School Where Everyone Can Thrive Every student starts off his Shaarei Adirim experience by building his own desk by hand, which serves as a daily reminder of his ability to accomplish great things. Photo credit: Mesivta Shaarei Adirim https://www.walderfoundation.org/news/urban-trees-are-under-threat monthly 0.5 2025-07-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/cb264e1d-f0a9-4607-8416-fd9b5508f6a8/CRTI-planting.jpg News - Urban Trees Are Under Threat The Chicago Region Trees Initiative (CRTI), a project at The Morton Arboretum, estimates that in order to combat the impact of disease and climate change, we need to plant 22 million trees by 2050. (Photo credit: CRTI) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1661532057049-FBMJLONICZZ8I3VS8YVN/2021_Eisenhower-HS_OSH_group.jpg News - Urban Trees Are Under Threat CRTI has engaged 54 corporations in sustainability partnerships to fund local programs, contracting with small local nurseries to plant new trees throughout the region, and helping local schools create vegetative buffers to protect children from highway pollution. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1661531781615-9LRG8JEVNV41M90U8B7F/2021-Lafayette-Terrace-1.jpg News - Urban Trees Are Under Threat In Englewood, WestRock, in partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation, and Oak Street Health, funded a tree-planting and seedling distribution program at Lafayette Terrace, an affordable housing site located just 160 feet from a major expressway. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1661532348389-HMV5LPCA7WKOW0DHXQIF/Lafayette-Terrace-new-trees-for-community-members-spring-2021-planting.jpg News - Urban Trees Are Under Threat Corporate volunteers from Euromonitor and Coeur Mining participated in the initial planting day at Lafayette Terrace, and local police officers also stopped by to learn more about community sustainability. https://www.walderfoundation.org/news/a-new-path-forward monthly 0.5 2025-07-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/f634844a-59f4-4450-8ba5-26376d622337/DePaul-campus.jpg News - A New Path Forward Photo credit: DePaul University https://www.walderfoundation.org/news/expanding-learning-opportunities-for-orthodox-women monthly 0.5 2025-07-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/f97e2b39-f9af-481a-8e5b-9873c0149921/WIHL-bet-midrash-learning-Yonit-Schiller.jpg News - Expanding Learning Opportunities for Orthodox Women Women studying in an Ohr Torah program. Photo credit: Ohr Torah Stone https://www.walderfoundation.org/news/building-back-better monthly 0.5 2025-07-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/371f4801-7ad7-42ac-b63f-d15f7d1a9ed2/Jae-Rice.jpg News - Building Back Better Making his 2nd Story debut, Jae Rice performs a world premiere story at The Promontory on June 24, 2022, as part of 2nd Story's annual Queer Joy Show. Photo credit: Juli Del Prete https://www.walderfoundation.org/news/welcoming-the-stranger monthly 0.5 2025-07-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/e9c40d6a-778a-4da8-b4b8-cda130d52fd4/Family-arrives-in-Chicago.jpg News - Welcoming the Stranger A group of co-sponsor volunteers welcome a family from Afghanistan at Chicago O’Hare International Airport in January 2022. 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Strategically selecting Chicago’s bridgehouses to serve as a network of community-accessed radio stations envisions, these underutilized infrastructures as civic magnets, gathering cultural life along the Chicago River. 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Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.walderfoundation.org/people-1 daily 0.75 2026-03-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1595974836184-OCC8H5S9EO5ADZEHTXOK/profile_circ.png People - Brittany Andersen Senior Grants Manager Brittany oversees all aspects of grants management, including administration, data management, and regulatory compliance. Before joining the Foundation, Brittany served as a program and grants manager for the Harvey L. Miller Family Foundation. She managed grant-making initiatives, led the board book production process, tracked and monitored grants, and supported philanthropic planning for next-generation family members. She has extensive experience supporting grant writing and development for organizations focused on the environment, human services, and health. Brittany received a Bachelor of Science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a Master of Public Administration from the University of Missouri-Columbia. Brittany is a 21/64 certified adviser, and a member of PEAK Grantmaking. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1595974836184-OCC8H5S9EO5ADZEHTXOK/profile_circ.png People - Brittany Andersen Senior Director of Operations and Grants Brittany oversees the grants administration process, data management, and regulatory compliance for the Walder Foundation’s grantmaking programs. Prior to joining the Foundation, Brittany served as a program and grants manager at the Harvey L. Miller Family Foundations, where she worked for four years. In her role, she managed a portfolio of grant making initiatives, led the board book production process, tracked and monitored grants, and supported the family’s next generation in their philanthropic giving. Prior to that, she worked for 12 years for a variety of non-profit organizations, primarily in grant writing and development roles. Her experience ranges from serving non-profits in the environmental, human services, and health sectors. Brittany holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a Master of Public Administration from the University of Missouri-Columbia. Brittany is a 21/64 certified adviser, as well as a member of PEAK Grantmaking. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1595974836184-OCC8H5S9EO5ADZEHTXOK/profile_circ.png People - Antonio (Tony) Abeyta Program Officer, Science Innovation Tony supports the development of innovative programs and funding opportunities in the life sciences. He is an experienced research and administrative professional with a demonstrated history of teaching in higher education. Tony provides unique insight from his previous leadership in STEM diversity and equity initiatives and has an interest in increasing success and representation of historically excluded populations in the sciences. Tony most recently served as assistant professor and coordinator at The Graduate College at Rush University. His other previous roles include TRIO STEM instructor at the University of Washington, and postdoctoral fellow at Gonzaga University. Tony holds a Ph.D. in molecular and cellular biology from the University of Washington/Fred Hutch Cancer Research Center and a bachelor’s degree (with honors) in biology from the University of New Mexico. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1595974836184-OCC8H5S9EO5ADZEHTXOK/profile_circ.png People - Julie Atkins Senior Administrative Specialist Julie administratively supports the organizational staff of Walder Foundation and Walder Group. She is often the first friendly face people see when they visit the Walder Foundation office. Julie is an integral team member who assists with a variety of logistical operations, helping to keep everything running smoothly. Prior to joining the Foundation, Julie had 20 years of non-profit experience, primarily supporting governance and executive leaders in all-girls, independent, collegiate institutions. Julie relocated here from California several years ago and absolutely loves Illinois! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1595974836184-OCC8H5S9EO5ADZEHTXOK/profile_circ.png People - Elana Berlin Senior Program Officer, Jewish Life Elana supports the Foundation’s Jewish Life funding area. Having moved to Chicago almost a decade ago, Elana enjoys thinking critically about the needs of the Chicago Jewish community and how to create an impact on Jewish life locally and abroad. Prior to joining the Foundation, Elana led foundation and corporate fundraising at the Anti-Defamation League Midwest and in development at JCC Chicago, which helped her gain a perspective on how to develop impactful programs. Elana received her master’s degrees in Jewish communal service and non-profit management and Holocaust and genocide studies from Gratz College, and a bachelor’s degree in political science from Yeshiva University-Stern College for Women. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1595975206919-F9RZ98T7P3BKKREVBLXJ/image-asset.png People - Sara Carranza Program Associate, Performing Arts Sara assists the Performing Arts Pillar in their work to create a long-lasting impact in Chicago’s Performing Arts sector. Sara is an award-winning theater producer and has further experience as a director, stage manager, and more. Prior to joining the Foundation, Sara served as Director of Communications at the Chicago Latino Theater Alliance, where she worked to bring Latine stories to new heights. She serves on the 2024 TCG Conference Marketing/Communications committee and National Louis University's Communications Advisory Council. served in the steering committee for the Department of Cultural Affairs' 2019 Year of Chicago Theater and was nominated for Outstanding Stage-Management of a Play for 2018 Alliance of Latinx Theater Artists of Chicago Awards. She graduated with a BA in Theater Arts and a minor in Communications from Dominican University. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1595974836184-OCC8H5S9EO5ADZEHTXOK/profile_circ.png People - Monica Chavez Grants Manager Monica supports the director of grants management and day-to-day grants management support for the Foundation’s grantmaking operations, systems, and data. Prior to joining Walder Foundation, Monica served as administrative assistant to the director at Skokie Public Library and worked as a civil rights and immigration paralegal, assisting on a contract with the Government of Mexico at Hughes Socol Piers Resnick & Dym. She also has experience in community organizing with Logan Square Neighborhood Association on issues of immigration and education. Monica holds a bachelor’s degree in political science with a minor in anthropology from the University of Illinois and has completed master’s coursework in international affairs and development from George Washington University. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1595974836184-OCC8H5S9EO5ADZEHTXOK/profile_circ.png People - Brittany Andersen Senior Grants Manager Brittany oversees all aspects of grants management, including administration, data management, and regulatory compliance. Before joining the Foundation, Brittany served as a program and grants manager for the Harvey L. Miller Family Foundation. She managed grant-making initiatives, led the board book production process, tracked and monitored grants, and supported philanthropic planning for next-generation family members. She has extensive experience supporting grant writing and development for organizations focused on the environment, human services, and health. Brittany received a Bachelor of Science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a Master of Public Administration from the University of Missouri-Columbia. Brittany is a 21/64 certified adviser, and a member of PEAK Grantmaking. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1595974836184-OCC8H5S9EO5ADZEHTXOK/profile_circ.png People - Ebony Chuukwu Senior Program Officer, Performing Arts Ebony is committed to addressing the racial and financial inequities within the artistic community and uplifting the necessary process that artists and arts organizations undergo to enrich the Chicago performing arts industry. Before joining Walder Foundation, she served as the development coordinator for TimeLine Theatre Company in Chicago, focusing on event planning and donor relations. She has also served in positions of stage management, producer, and assistant director for numerous theater organizations across Chicago. Ebony’s artistic focus includes theater performance through the lens of immersive and devised mediums. Ebony holds a bachelor’s degree in Theatre from Grinnell College and a master’s degree (with highest honors) in Nonprofit Management and Social Sector Leadership from the University of Chicago. She is also a Posse Scholar Alumna. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1595975206919-F9RZ98T7P3BKKREVBLXJ/image-asset.png People - Kate Coughlin Chief Financial Officer Kate serves as the primary advisor on financial operations for the Foundation and related entities. Her background includes executive and financial leadership roles in for-profit companies, academia, private foundations, nonprofit organizations, and private operating foundations. Kate graduated from the University of Notre Dame with a bachelor’s degree in business administration, and from the Kellogg Graduate School of Management – Northwestern University with a master’s degree in business administration. She earned a certificate from the Harvard Business School in Strategic Perspectives in Non-Profit Management, and a coaching certificate from Northwestern University’s Executive Learning and Organizational Change program. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1595975206919-F9RZ98T7P3BKKREVBLXJ/image-asset.png People - Florita Gunasekara Senior Program Officer and Fellow, Migration and Immigrant Communities Florita leads the climate migration strategy and supports grantmaking, programming, and in-house research of the Migration and Immigrant Communities program area. She is committed to elevating Chicago voices and initiatives in the global dialogues on migration. As a policy practitioner, Florita has a decade of experience managing programs and research that brings together policymakers, academics, community organizations, and city networks. Her work has supported climate-displaced communities and government officials in their immediate response, policy analysis, and long-term planning for disaster risk reduction. Florita was recently a civil society fellow of migration and integration at the Toronto Metropolitan University. Her previous roles were at the Chicago Council on Global Affairs, the United Nations Development Programmme, and the International Organization for Migration in Sri Lanka. She holds master's degrees in environmental science from American University and in geography from University of Peradeniya. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1596578682473-NMF5YEG6HYNVW4WOFO4Y/image-asset.png People - Juliana Kerr Senior Program Director, Migration Juliana is committed to understanding the root causes of migration and engaging diverse perspectives to inform policy solutions. She has experience working on local responses to global migration trends with a focus on advancing welcoming societies. Juliana joined the Foundation after 18 years at the Chicago Council on Global Affairs, where she most recently served as the director of global cities and immigration. Juliana managed research, partnerships, and a worldwide network of fellows on urbanization, migration, city diplomacy, and a global Chicago. A dual citizen of the United States and Brazil, Juliana has participated in emerging leader dialogues hosted by the BMW Foundation, the British Council, Bucerius Stiftung, and the Rotary Foundation. She earned a degree in political science and French from the University of Iowa and a certificate of political studies from Sciences Po in Lyon, France. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1596578682473-NMF5YEG6HYNVW4WOFO4Y/image-asset.png People - Elizabeth Kix Director of Communications Elizabeth develops, manages, promotes, and evaluates the Walder Foundation’s brand across multiple communications channels. Prior to joining the organization, she served in marketing, communications, and programming roles for the Society of Gynecologic Oncology/Foundation for Women’s Cancer, Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago, Alzheimer’s Association, and the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC). Voluntary commitments include service as a board member of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) Chicago Chapter, member of the UNMC College of Public Health Alumni Council, and volunteer author with the Human Library. Elizabeth earned her bachelor’s degree in anthropology and design studies from Iowa State University and her master’s degree in public health from UNMC. She also earned Accreditation in public relations through PRSA. Elizabeth enjoys attending theater and music events, reading, cooking, singing, and traveling globally. She resides in Schaumburg with her partner John and their three rescue dogs - Hattie, Hazel, and Hercules. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1596578682473-NMF5YEG6HYNVW4WOFO4Y/image-asset.png People - Jessica Kueck Executive Assistant As an experienced Executive Assistant in both the corporate and nonprofit sectors, Jessica is committed to process improvement, operational excellence, and providing high-level administrative support. Prior to joining the Foundation, Jessica had 13 years of administrative experience, most recently as the Senior Executive Assistant at a real estate development and construction company in downtown Chicago. She is a former Professional Organizer and ran her own home organization business for six years. Jessica holds a Bachelor of Science in Journalism and a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies from the University of Kansas. In addition, she holds a certification in OKR Leadership and Goal Setting, a framework for setting meaningful, ambitious goals used across various types of organizations worldwide. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1595974936123-UF5DM62WRYLUB1B9RN8K/image-asset.png People - Sandra Laney Senior Program Director, Science Innovation Sandra brings extensive experience in infectious disease research, global health philanthropy, and pandemics to her role at the Foundation. Her varied background includes fieldwork on neglected tropical diseases in 13 countries, laboratory science, global health philanthropy, and science diplomacy. Sandra’s previous roles include senior advisor at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, deputy director for the Paul G. Allen Ebola Program, senior advisor for Secretary Clinton’s Office of Science and Technology at the U.S. Department of State, and a research scientist for Neglected Tropical Disease at Smith College and the Task Force for Global Health. Sandra holds a Ph.D. in zoology / molecular parasitology from Ain Shams University, a master’s and bachelor’s in biological sciences from Smith College. She also holds an associate’s degree in visual arts from Quinsigamond Community College. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1595974936123-UF5DM62WRYLUB1B9RN8K/image-asset.png People - Adina Langer Human Resources Adina manages human resources for the Walder Foundation. She began her career as a high school teacher, and then worked for 18 years in payroll management and HR coordination at Integrated DNA Technologies. Before joining the Foundation, Adina worked on employee engagement and retention in the nursing home industry. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1595975033757-TAD7HEA39E70YK1BL4BG/image-asset.png People - Meg Leary Senior Program Director, Performing Arts & Operations Meg’s work as a practicing artist informs her two decades of experience developing programs in the performing arts. Before joining the Foundation, she was the director of programs for United States Artists, a national award program recognizing individual artists. Meg was the communications and program officer at the Irving Harris Foundation, a family foundation that supports early childhood development, arts and culture, reproductive health and justice, and Jewish values both in the United States and Israel. Meg’s artistic work includes music, performance, and visual art, for which they have received numerous awards, residencies, and exhibitions throughout the United States. She has taught arts administration and policy at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Meg holds a bachelor’s degree from Smith College and masters degrees from New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts and the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1595975164894-U2IQSELK6R8E627V896S/image-asset.png People - Susie Lee Digital Project Manager Susie brings stories about Foundation programs to life through visual communications, including video, animation, and multimedia presentations. Before joining the Foundation, Susie worked on multiple film projects at Loyola University in Chicago. She holds a bachelor’s degree (with honors) in film and digital media and a minor in visual communication from Loyola University. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1595975164894-U2IQSELK6R8E627V896S/image-asset.png People - Kimberly Linn Executive Assistant Kimberly supports Walder Foundation's President & CEO, Mrs. Elizabeth Walder, with calendaring, events, and board meetings. Kimberly has over 10 years’ experience supporting C-level executives. Prior to joining the Foundation, Kimberly worked at Conagra Brands, Evian Water, and Dorsey & Whitney. Kimberly received her B.A. in Women’s Studies from the University of Minnesota. She enjoys traveling with her husband, Don. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1595974936123-UF5DM62WRYLUB1B9RN8K/image-asset.png People - Tinaishe Maramba Program Associate, Migration and Immigrant Communities Tinaishe is passionate about global affairs, community cohesion, and cultural exchange. He is dedicated to increasing public understanding of the root causes of migration and the mutually enriching contributions of migrants in strengthening societal resilience and prosperity. He has a diverse background in policy liaising, research management, monitoring and evaluation and humanitarian field work, focusing on international migration, climate change and peacebuilding. His most recent roles were with the Pulte Institute for Global Development and the Environmental Change Initiative at the University of Notre Dame. He has also held several roles with multilateral institutions, including the International Organization for Migration and the UN Network on Migration Secretariat. Originally from Zimbabwe, Tinaishe holds a Master of Global Affairs in International Peace Studies from the University of Notre Dame and a Bachelor of Science with Honors in Political Science from the University of Zimbabwe. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1595974936123-UF5DM62WRYLUB1B9RN8K/image-asset.png People - William Martinez Senior Technical Advisor William manages various IT support requests as the first point of contact for staff seeking technical assistance or solutions for ongoing operations. William has experience in audio visual technologies and information on IT products or services. Prior to joining Walder Foundation, William provided technical support for an immigration law firm. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1595974936123-UF5DM62WRYLUB1B9RN8K/image-asset.png People - Ryan Peterson Director of Cybersecurity and Technology Ryan has over 12 years of IT management and cybersecurity experience, specifically with mission-based organizations spanning Chicago, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C. Previously, Ryan managed IT and cybersecurity for Green Courte Partners and the Illinois Holocaust Museum. Ryan is CISSP, Security+, and ITIL certified and holds multiple additional industry certifications. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Humanities from Shimer College, a Master of Arts in Communications from the European Graduate School, and a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology Security from Western Governors University. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1595975175453-XOQNNXN9F5V2VQAL2CNY/image-asset.png People - Jenni Richton Program Director, Jewish Life Jenni Richton is the Program Director for Jewish Life at the Walder Foundation, a private family foundation in Skokie, IL. In this role, Jenni designs strategy and oversees grantmaking for the foundation’s Jewish and Israel portfolios. She works in partnership with Elizabeth Walder to drive forward the Jewish pillar's mission to create a more inclusive, unified Orthodox community, led by strong and diverse leadership. Prior to this role, Jenni worked in a number of positions in Jewish and philanthropic organizations, directing programs in leadership development, teen engagement, and adult Jewish learning. She received her MBA and a master’s degree in Jewish professional leadership from Brandeis University. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1595975175453-XOQNNXN9F5V2VQAL2CNY/image-asset.png People - Alma D. Rodriguez Senior Program Officer, Immigrant Communities Alma develops programs and funding opportunities to improve the quality of life of immigrants and refugees coming to Chicago. Her 15-year work experience spans the nonprofit and philanthropic sectors, where she has focused on addressing issues faced by underserved communities. Her expertise includes public health, housing, civic engagement, immigration, and community development. As a program officer at the Chicago Community Trust, Alma oversaw health care, health policy, and immigration portfolios, and she managed two funder collaboratives. Alma is a current board member of Mujeres Latinas en Acción. She serves on the steering committee for the Illinois Immigration Funders Collaborative and the advisory board for the City of Chicago’s Office of New Americans. Alma holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from Northeastern Illinois University and a master’s degree in urban planning and policy from the University of Illinois at Chicago. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1595975175453-XOQNNXN9F5V2VQAL2CNY/image-asset.png People - Casey Sebetto Program Officer, Environmental Sustainability Casey supports the development of programs and funding opportunities related to environmental sustainability. She brings a passion for systems thinking and building more just, equitable, and resilient communities that harness and advance the power of nature. She has experience in program development, project management, research, and community engagement. Having worked in government, academia, and NPOs, she brings experience working with a wide range of partners to develop and implement innovative and meaningful projects. Casey most recently served as a research scientist and project manager at the Illinois Coastal Management Program, a joint position with the UIUC Prairie Research Institute and IDNR, where she coordinated the program’s coastal resilience work. She received her B.A. in Environmental Studies from Northeastern Illinois University and a Master of Urban Planning and Policy with a concentration in Environmental Planning and Policy from the University of Illinois at Chicago. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1595975175453-XOQNNXN9F5V2VQAL2CNY/image-asset.png People - Tamar Snyder Vice President, Communications Tamar is a communications leader with deep experience in the philanthropic sector. In her role as VP of Communications, Tamar drives all branding and communications across the Walder philanthropic and mission-driven organizations, including the Walder Foundation. Prior to joining the Foundation, Tamar served as the Senior Director of Marketing and Communications at the Jewish Communal Fund of New York, the largest and most active Jewish donor advised fund in the country. An award-winning journalist, she worked for several years as a staff writer at The Jewish Week in New York and has been published in the Wall Street Journal, Inc. Magazine, The Forward and other publications. Tamar holds a master's degree in journalism from Columbia Journalism School, a Masters in Public Administration (MPA) from NYU/Wagner, and an MA in Hebrew and Judaic Studies from NYU. She graduated summa cum laude from Lander College, a division of Touro University. She is a 21/64 Certified Advisor. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1595975206919-F9RZ98T7P3BKKREVBLXJ/image-asset.png People - Elvira Surkevicius Executive Assistant to the President and Executive Director Elvira has extensive experience in executive administrative support in the corporate, academic and non-profit sectors. Prior to joining the Foundation, she was the executive assistant to the chair of the Brain Innovation Center at the Shirley Ryan Ability Lab and to the section chief of Traumatic Brain Injury at their flagship hospital. Elvira was the office operations manager at the U.S. headquarters for thyssenkrupp, North America, where she managed the digital transformation of the Chicago office. She has served as the administrative assistant to the dean of libraries at Loyola University and as a staff assistant to the director of the Institute for Ethics at the American Medical Association. Elvira has a Bachelor of Arts in Art History from Roosevelt University and a Certificate in Museum Studies and Nonprofit Management from Northwestern University School of Professional Studies. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1595975190762-ZKB7PBS5JR3FY3Y2X7PZ/image-asset.png People - Jeff Sweet Director of Finance Jeff oversees the investment management of Foundation assets, performs financial due diligence on prospective grantees, and advises grantees with capacity issues. Before joining the Foundation, Jeff spent 16 years at Integrated DNA Technologies, where he served as vice president of corporate development, overseeing budgeting and support for new product development. Jeff has provided investment banking advisory services to middle-market companies at Merrill Lynch, after first gaining experience with a venture capital firm focused on the health sector. Jeff has an MBA in finance and accounting from the University of Chicago, a master’s degree in history from Harvard University, and a bachelor’s degree in history (with high honors) from the University of California at Santa Cruz. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1595974936123-UF5DM62WRYLUB1B9RN8K/image-asset.png People - Christina Timmins Director of Communications Christina oversees all external communications for the Foundation. She has more than two decades of experience developing strategic communications for government, corporate, and nonprofit sectors. Christina brings experience in brand development, strategic planning, program management, video production, and visual design. She created the brand and communications strategy for the Hive Chicago Learning Network, a project of the MacArthur Foundation's Digital Media and Learning Initiative (DML). As the communications officer for Oprah's Angel Network, Christina spearheaded a rebranding effort that resulted in the launch of the Network's first online community, which used personal storytelling to inspire charitable giving. Christina enjoys assisting organizations in discovering their authentic voice and developing thoughtful and strategic messaging. She has a bachelor's degree in communications and media studies from Columbia College in Chicago. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1595975206919-F9RZ98T7P3BKKREVBLXJ/image-asset.png People - Candace Tebbenkamp Program Director, Science Innovation Candace is dedicated to advancing discovery and translation through strategic research and funding initiatives that empower scientists to pursue innovative approaches to complex challenges. Candace has a broad background in the life sciences with primary research experience in molecular genetics, infectious disease, and neuroscience. Prior to joining the Foundation, Candace was the Senior Program Officer for Medical Science and Health at the Fidelity Foundations, where she guided capacity building research investments to accelerate discovery. Before that, she served the Yale University neuroscience community as Managing Director of the Kavli Institute for Neuroscience and Director of Scientific Communications, where she developed and led programs that promote cross-disciplinary research and provide investigators with resources that dismantle barriers to innovation. Candace holds a PhD in Molecular Genetics and Microbiology from the University of Florida College of Medicine and a BS in Microbiology and Cell Science from the University of Florida. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1595975206919-F9RZ98T7P3BKKREVBLXJ/image-asset.png People - Jack Westwood Senior Program Director, Environmental Sustainability Jack is committed to building grantmaking programs that make the Chicago region more sustainable and resilient for its residents and its nature. Jack is a plant biologist by training and has experience in academic research, government, and nonprofit sectors. Throughout his career, he has dedicated himself to translating advances in science and technology and building collaborations to develop solutions for a more sustainable planet. Before joining the Foundation, Jack was the external affairs director at the 2Blades Foundation; a nonprofit focused on developing new solutions to crop disease to address global food insecurity. Prior to 2Blades, he was the Head of Science and Innovation at the British Consulate in Chicago. Jack holds a Ph.D. in plant sciences from the University of Cambridge and a bachelor’s degree (with honors) in natural sciences from the University of Cambridge. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e95df9f1be96a7b37b303dc/1595975206919-F9RZ98T7P3BKKREVBLXJ/image-asset.png People - Salihah Zayn Data and Systems Analyst Salihah supports data-driven strategy and grantmaking at Walder Foundation by optimizing systems, developing dashboards, and enhancing data processes. She has experience in data analysis and customer relationship management tools and has worked on projects involving digital marketing analytics. 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