The KGH Foundation Team

Driving the vision forward
Meet Our Team

Fundraising to advance regional health care is what we do. But our success begins with the quality of the relationships we build. Our people are our greatest assets. As a team, we work together to earn the trust and confidence of the community, donors and our partners in health care. We build purposeful relationships and partnerships based on one, singular promise – giving changes everything.

Leadership
Allison Young
Chief Executive Officer

Allison (Allie) Young serves as the CEO of the KGH Foundation, leading the organization with unyielding enthusiasm and a deep passion for advancing health care. She is a devoted mother of two remarkable sons and step-mother to three equally brilliant children. Allie holds a Master of Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership from Carleton University and serves as Vice Chair for the Association of Health Care Philanthropy’s Canadian Council.

With over 20 years of experience in the social profit sector, Allie is a dynamic leader dedicated to catalyzing transformation within organizations and communities. She dreams big and cultivates exceptional teams that achieve remarkable results. Employing a person-centred approach, Allie brings her expertise in organizational design, executive development, governance, strategic planning, and compassionate leadership to the forefront of her work.

At my core is a deep-seated belief in the power of people driven by purpose, and the strength we have as a collective. It is this belief that fuels my desire to catalyze transformative change—not just for my organization, but for the entire community. Each day, I have the privilege of supporting extraordinary individuals who dream big, ignite hope, and courageously drive forward change, together.

Development
Our development team is responsible for building relationships and fundraising to further our vision of world-class care right here at home.

Chandel Schmidt, CFRE

Vice President of Philanthropy

Gary Rozak

Director of Philanthropy, Major Gifts

Colleen Cowman

Director of Philanthropy, Planned Giving

Bettina Muller

Director of Philanthropy, Corporate & Community Giving

Sean Ayers

Director of Philanthropy, Major Gifts

Emily Ball

Donor Relations Manager

Kasandra Clarke

Director of Data, Reporting, & Analytics

Alisa Rampone

Grants & Development Writer

Finance
Our finance team works diligently to ensure the utmost accuracy and transparency for all facets of financial activities and reporting.

Barb Jackson, CPA, CA

Chief Operating Officer

Zachary Jones, CPA

Director of Finance

Veronica Copeland

Donations Manager

Melina Moran

Director of Strategic Partnerships & Grants

Cheryl Raddis

Finance Administrator

Communications
Our communications team is responsible for marketing, events, and the public relations of the Foundation. Ensuring that all stakeholders, including the community, are up to date with all that the Foundation is up to is the top priority.

Shauna Nyrose

Vice President of Communications & Brand

Maria Lee

Marketing Manager

Brad Doyle

Digital Communications Manager

Carly Malchuk

Community Engagement & Events Manager

Arden Poulin

Events & Marketing Coordinator

Business Enterprises

The Foundation generates substantial revenue through entrepreneurial ventures. This not only provides value to our hospital and community but also allow us to diversify our revenue streams.

Melani McBratney

Business Enterprise Operations Manager

Max Galloway

Business Venue Supervisor

Gabriela Rubio Bocangel

Business Venue Supervisor

Amanda Walker

Business Enterprises Accounts Payable Administrator

   Administration

Our administration team is responsible for ensuring smooth internal operations, including board relations.

Nancy Wells

Project & Development Manager

Dawn Everest

Executive Assistant & Board Administrator

Shawn Moore

Office Manager

JoeAnna’s House
JoeAnna’s House provides a home away from home for out-of-town families of patients receiving specialized care. It is a vital service owned and operated by the Foundation.

Darlene Haslock

Director, JoeAnna’s House

Nicole Hughes

Manager, JoeAnna’s House

Heather Moison

Share-a-Meal Coordinator, JoeAnna’s House

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