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Meet Our Board

Our Mission
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Candice Revita - Ramirez

Associate Director of Development, Corporations and Foundations - 

Des Moines University

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Chair

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Amelia Klatt

Director of Events - Greater Des Moines Des Moines Partnership 

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At-Large

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Emily Parker

Donor Relations and Events Manager - Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity

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Membership Co-Chair

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Brooke Westphalen

Regional Philanthropy Officer - American Red Cross

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Vice Chair

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Geena Staiert

Director of Development - Iowa State University Foundation

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Programming Co-Chair

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Katie Sylvis

AmeriCorps Program Director - Habitat for Humanity of Iowa

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Marketing Co-Chair

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Tristan Carman

Associate Director of Development, John Stoddard Cancer Center

UnityPoint Health -- Des Moines Foundation

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Secretary

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Kyrstin Delagardelle

Program Manager - Iowa Community Action Association

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Programming Co-Chair

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Blake Willadsen

Marketing &
Communications Manager - DMARC​

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Marketing Co-Chair

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Kourtney McKinnon

Staff Accountant - MHCS

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Treasurer

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Kelly Current

Special Campaigns Coordinator - Blank Park Zoo​

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Membership Co-Chair

Through its national network, YNPN works to advocate for a sector that is more sustainable and effective in its talent recruitment, retention, and development practices. YNPN is building a network of leaders around the country who can design, advocate for, and lead this more sustainable and effective nonprofit sector."

Join our membership today!

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