What Leanne does at the Foundation:

As a Community Impact Officer, Leanne focuses on Educational Success from Early Childhood through College-and-Career Readiness. She is endlessly inspired by the innovative ways nonprofits are serving and educating the most vulnerable members of our community and loves being able to support them in those endeavors. Leanne has a passion for inclusive learning environments and affordable access to quality education for all children. She serves on the Junior Board of the Autism Society Central Virginia and is currently working toward her MPA at Virginia Commonwealth University.

When Leanne is not at work:

In her free time, Leanne enjoys reading, riding her bike on the Capital Trail, and spending time with her husband and pets.

• Year Leanne joined the Foundation: 2023
• Has lived in five different states: Florida, Michigan, Ohio, New York, and now Virginia
• Rescued a retired racing greyhound, who now enjoys the good life of sleeping 20 hours a day
• Loves teaching herself new skills and hobbies from YouTube tutorials