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Together with our donors, we transform our region through bold and proactive philanthropy.

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Lauren Bennett Hersh
Philanthropy

Lauren Bennett Hersh

Philanthropic Advisor

Priscilla Boward
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Priscilla Boward

Philanthropic Services Associate

Joe Carter, CAP®
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Joe Carter, CAP®

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Emily Joslin
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Emily Joslin

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Sasha Pyatte, CFRE
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Sasha Pyatte, CFRE

Director of Philanthropic Partnerships

Kristin Taylor
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Kristin Taylor

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Elizabeth Welch, J.D.
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Elizabeth Welch, J.D.

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