I have long been inspired by the premise that women, when joined together, can lift up communities in a powerful way. I found that Impact100 Garden State’s collective giving model harnesses this power by bringing talented, philanthropy-minded women together, to not only fund hugely meaningful grants to local nonprofits but to also enhance the personal growth of its members with opportunities to engage in a wide spectrum of volunteer and learning opportunities. I found this dual purpose attractive and a perfect fit for me.

I work to support the Leadership Team in the implementation of Impact100 Garden State’s mission of awarding grants and connecting women through its member events and volunteer committees.

I love learning about the inspirational work of local nonprofits and getting to know all of our awesome members.

By joining Impact100 Garden State, a woman can multiply the effect of her single donation and drive meaningful growth for the grant recipients in a way that can’t be as effectively achieved through a single, individual donation to a nonprofit. An additional bonus is that you become part of a community of philanthropy-minded women like yourself with the freedom to volunteer as much or as little as you’d like.

I worked for 12 years in finance before retiring to raise my children full time. I have previously volunteered in various roles within other organizations, a few of which include PTO president/vice-president, and co-founder and chapter co-president of Together Women Rise, a collective giving circle. At Impact100 Garden State, my roles have included grant review co-chair, ambassador co-chair, and member of the membership and fellowship committees.