Allison develops communications strategies to tell the story of how we work with communities, engage philanthropists, and build relationships to create a more equitable region.
Personal Philanthropic Interests
and Passions
- Early childhood development
- Racial equity
- Indigenous rights
- Equitable educational and economic opportunities
Allison brings more than 20 years of communications experience taking complex social issues and working to distill their many layers into messages and stories to shift mindsets. She has worked as a communications consultant and in leadership roles for various nonprofit organizations.
She holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration with a concentration in marketing from the University of Oregon. Yoga, books, and music help to bring balance to her days, which are also filled with family activities and lots of coffee.
Allison has been working at Seattle Foundation since 2022.