Our Staff
About
We’re committed to honoring your wishes
Our staff believes they have the best job there is — to steward our donors’ generous gifts for the projects and programs that are making a difference in the health of our community. They’re combining their passions, lending their guidance, and building partnerships that are helping the foundation make a lasting impact in Southern Oregon. We are committed to honoring your wishes and adhere to the Donor Bill of Rights.
Stephanie Roland, CFRE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Stephanie is a native Oregonian who moved to Ashland in 1997 to attend Southern Oregon University (SOU) where she earned Bachelor of Science degrees in Business Administration and Psychology. After graduation she worked at the SOU Hannon Library initially in the Technical Services department and then later as the Assistant to the Director.
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As Assistant to the Director, she supported the Friends of the Hannon Library and was first introduced to the fundraising profession. After 10 years at SOU as both a student and professional, she left her position and joined the foundation.
She began as a Development Associate in 2007, and later received her Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) in 2013.
In addition to her work, Stephanie is a member of Soroptimist International of Ashland and Rotary Club of Ashland. In her spare time she enjoys time spent with her husband, Curt, walking their dogs, being outside in nature, and volunteering in her community. 541-482-0367 x2
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Boone Kizer
DONOR RELATIONS MANAGER
Boone grew up in rural Colorado and has lived and worked in various states across the Mountain West and West. He has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Humanities from the University of Colorado – Boulder and Master of Nonprofit Management degree from Regis University. From administering nonprofit dental care programs to managing health department-funded prevention programs, Boone has 10+ years of experience in nonprofit program management.
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More recently, Boone has worked as a Membership Director for the Treasure Valley Family YMCA and as a Database and Portfolio Administrator for the Idaho Community Foundation in Boise, ID. The last 7 years of his career has merged his program experience with new skills in fundraising and data management.
Boone and his husband moved to Ashland in 2024 with their pet cat and dog. In their free time, they enjoy hiking, going to the movies, and traveling. 541-482-0367 x3.
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Nicole Gutrich
COMMUNICATIONS & PROGRAM OFFICER
A long-time Ashland resident, Nicole holds a Bachelor of Music from the University of Texas, Austin, and has pursued graduate coursework in Arts Policy and Administration at the Ohio State University. In her 20 years of experience in nonprofit communications, recruitment, development, and outreach in the arts, sciences, and academia, Nicole has worked at the Hawai’i Youth Symphony, the Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory, the Britt Festival, and Southern Oregon University.
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Nicole is a member of the Choctaw-Apache Tribe of Ebarb. In her free time, you may find her doing embroidery, taking pictures of clouds, or having a cup of tea. She has raised two daughters in the Rogue Valley with whom she shares a love for music, movies, and their two cats. 541-482-0367 x4
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Karynne Prudhomme
Administrative Assistant
Karynne was born and raised in Los Angeles and moved to Ashland, Oregon, at the age of 15. After graduating from Ashland High School, she went on to earn her degree in Emerging Media and Digital Arts with a minor in Communications from Southern Oregon University. Though not originally from the area, Ashland has become home for her.
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As the Administrative Assistant, Karynne supports the daily operations of the organization and enjoys being part of a mission-driven team. She’s new to her professional career but brings creativity, curiosity, and a strong desire to make a difference in the nonprofit world.
Outside of work, Karynne loves to travel, explore new cultures, and find inspiration through the arts. 541-482-0367 x1
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Janet Troy
EMERITUS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Janet was born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She spent the second chapter of her life in Cincinnati, Ohio, before moving to Ashland in 2009.
Janet’s first professional job after college was with the Western Pennsylvania School for Blind Children. Later she worked as a director for a human services organization in Northern Kentucky. That position introduced Janet to fundraising. A job opportunity with the Good Samaritan Hospital Foundation in Cincinnati convinced her that health care fundraising was her way to make a difference in the world and serve others.
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Janet received her Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) designation in 2007, earned a Bachelor of Science from the University of Pittsburgh and a Master of Education from Xavier University in Cincinnati.
Janet joined the foundation in June 2009. As Executive Director, she was responsible for securing and stewarding charitable gifts to promote community health and wellness, working closely with the foundation board of directors and staff.
Janet led the foundation board and staff through four strategic planning efforts, strengthened the foundation’s focus on fundraising, and implemented a comprehensive development program.
She is involved in the AAUW – Ashland Branch, Ashland Chamber of Commerce, and the Rotary Club of Ashland.
In her spare time, Janet enjoys food, wine, music, nature, and spending time with her partner, Andy.
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“I served as a foundation board member and officer for over a decade, and have observed firsthand the dedication and integrity of our employees.”
– Ed Colson, Former Board President
