Our Focus
Mission
The Spokane Parks Foundation cultivates the health, growth and continued enjoyment of our communities by inspiring giving and passion for our parks.
Vision
The Spokane Parks Foundation will be the premier foundation to provide resources for vibrant,
healthy, accessible recreation programs and parks throughout the region.
Values
Providing Access
Advocating & Collaborating
Raising Funds
Knowledge & Education
Board of Directors
Our volunteer Board of Directors oversees the Parks Foundation, supporting our mission and vision, and ensuring that the Foundation continues to strengthen parks throughout Spokane County.
Kevin Eddy, President
Jill Nellenbach, Secretary
Kathy Kiehl, Treasurer
Marilyn Thordarson, Immediate Past President
Craig Andersen
Ginny Bott
Craig Crowley
Dana Harbaugh
Kevin Hennessey
Amy Lutz
Michael Maehl
Ted McGregor
Dave Schaub
Committees
Six committees provide direction and advice on specific areas of Parks Foundation operations. Each committee includes both Board members, community volunteers, and the Executive Director.
Executive
Kevin Eddy, President
Jill Nellenbach, Secretary
Kathy Kiehl, Treasurer
Marilyn Thordarson, Immediate Past President
Terri Fortner, Executive Director
Finance
Kathy Kiehl, Chair
Robert Hawley, Vice Chair, Audit and Compliance
Mike Maehl
Wade Schertenleib
Marilyn Thordarson
Governance/Nominating
Craig Crowley, Chair
Phyllis Holmes
Ron McGregor
Kit Querna
Grant Allocations
Josie Dix
Dennis Eaker
Danika Hatcher
Kathy Kiehl
Fran Papenleur
Marilyn Thordarson
Make A Splash In A Kid's Life
Kevin Eddy, Chair
Amy Lutz
Marketing
Jill Nellenbach, Chair
Neal Boling
Lisa Curtis
Mike Ellis
Dianah Ellis
Dave Pier
Ed Renouard
