Leadership & Core Values

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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Gail has been with Project Lemonade since 2013, starting as a volunteer, moving into a Board role and now as a staff member. She has 15 years experience in the fields of community engagement and grant writing. Gail holds a BA in Economics and Sociology from Cornell College, Iowa.

“Foster youth are amazing human beings who need our support and I am inspired to work every day on behalf of the mission of Project Lemonade.”

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STORE PROGRAM MANAGER

Joining the team in 2023, Julia brings over 5 years of experience working with foster youth as an Independent Living Program worker and coordinator at Native American Youth and Family Center (NAYA). She brings additional experience facilitating groups for resource parents and kinship families as well as serving youth through tutoring, leading outdoor activities, and coaching gymnastics.

Julia holds a BS in Social Work from Concordia University.

“I am excited to join Project Lemonade and continue to support youth during crucial stages of transition, self-discovery, and expression of identity.”

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INTERN PROGRAM MANAGER

Rebecca brings over 15 years of teaching and nonprofit program management experience to Project Lemonade through her work with Outdoor School, Portland Public Schools, LISTOS Academy, and Andeo International Homestays. She majored in Latin American Studies with a focus in Anthropology at Wesleyan University and obtained her Masters in Teaching from Lewis & Clark College.

“I was drawn to work with Project Lemonade through my personal experience as a foster parent, background in program management, and passion for working with youth. I am thrilled to join the Project Lemonade community!”

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ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER

Zahra has been involved with Project Lemonade since 2016 starting as a Level 1 Intern. She is currently an undergraduate student at Portland State University, focusing on Middle Eastern Studies and American Sign Language. Zahra is a fashion icon and a lover of all things pink.

“Self-expression is a key part of our work and mission at Project Lemonade. I am happy to be a part of celebrating our youth and their identities and style."

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Lindsay is a passionate nonprofit leader who began her involvement with Project Lemonade as a volunteer in 2016. Lindsay holds a BS in Systems Engineering from the University of Virginia and Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management from Portland State University. Lindsay has also served the foster youth community as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteer.

“I am moved every day by the work we do. Volunteers and donors bring such passionate and giving spirits and our foster youth amaze me with their courage and resilience”

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PROGRAM OPERATIONS MANAGER

Kelly began her career in social services over 20 years ago in Victim Advocacy. Kelly holds a BA of Psychology from the University of Arizona and a Masters of Education with emphasis in Counseling/Human Relations from Northern AZ University. Being new to Portland, Kelly joined Project Lemonade in 2018 as a volunteer, in addition to working as a CASA.

“Interacting with foster youth on a daily basis in the store is truly the highlight of my job --- seeing their smiles when they find that perfect outfit or a new pair of shoes affirms the vision of Project Lemonade!”

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DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

Allison joined Project Lemonade in 2022, bringing 15 years' experience in non-profit fundraising and development to the team. Allison loves engaging people in the causes that make our city more kind, caring and vibrant. Allison is a proud graduate from the University of Texas at Austin, with a BS in Communication Studies and a minor in Business.

“Over the past 10 years, Project Lemonade has grown from the seed of an idea to a strong organization providing essential services, job training and grants for youth in foster care. Project Lemonade is an inspiration, and helps us see what is possible when we come together as a community.”

Board Chair
Chief People Officer, Vista Capital Partners

Board Vice Chair
Co-President, Garbarino Disposal & Recycling

Board Treasurer
Lead Advisor, Vista Capital Partners

Board Secretary
Financial Advisor, Preisz Financial

Governance Chair
Development Director, Holst Architecture

Development Chair
Owner, Foxy Den Vintage + Interior Design

Community Advocate, Founding Board Member

Community Advocate

Community Advocate

Owner, The Cellar Door

Chief Financial Officer, Skims Body, Inc.

Owner/Consultant, Apparel Sourcing Co.

Attorney, Sapient Law

Community Programs Director, Umpqua Bank

Director, WomensVCFund

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Advisory Council Co-Chair
Project Lemonade Chair Emeritus

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Social Service Specialist, ODHS Child Welfare

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ODHS Child Welfare, Midtown Branch Manager

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Director of Program Operations, Parenting With Intent

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SEI, Development Director; Foster Parent

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Former ODHS Child Welfare District Manager

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Employer Outreach + Youth Success Manager , POIC+RAHS

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Reynolds School District Partnership Supervisor, Greater Than & Former Project Lemonade Staff Member

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ICWA Case Aide, ODHS Child Welfare

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Resource Parent

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ODHS Child Welfare, Midtown Teen Unit Manager

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Young Adult with Lived Experience, Former Project Lemonade intern

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Community Member

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Multnomah Circuit Court Judge

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Young Adult with Lived Experience, Former Project Lemonade intern

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Retired ODHS Child Welfare District Manager