Leadership in action Erik Thorsen, CEO ● Astoria Regatta Board of Directors Member Nicole Williams, COO ● Clatsop County Childcare Advisory Committee Member ● Clatsop Community College Board of Education Member Dr. Christopher Strear, CMO ● Clatsop Community College Health Occupation Advisory Board Member Zach Schmitt, CFO ● Clatsop Economic Development Resource Board President ● Astoria High School Business Advisory Member Judy Geiger, Vice President of Patient Care Services ● Clatsop Community College Nursing Advisory Committee Member ● Clatsop County National Alliance on Mental Illness Member Christopher Laman, Vice President of Strategy ● Clatsop County Vaccine Task Force Member ● Clatsop Community College Foundation Board Member Jarrod Karnofski, Vice President of Ancillary and Support Services ● City of Astoria Homelessness Solutions Task Force Member ● Volunteer Certified Athletic Trainer with Ilwaco and Naselle Schools Astronemis Ray Job title: Medical Assistant, Endocrinology Volunteer title: Lower Columbia Preservation Society Board Member; Clatsop County 4-H Association Board Member; Clatsop County 4-H Leader and Volunteer Why do you volunteer? I have been volunteering in this community since I was 14 years old. My first volunteer work began at KMUN 91.9 FM. While I was in college, I interned at the Lower Columbia Preservation Society. During my internship, I worked on several projects that sparked my interest and passion for historic buildings, structures, features and sites. Throughout my time volunteering, I have learned valuable skills, met people who inspired me and have been given the opportunity to connect with my community. Maritza Casarrubias-Sanchez Job title: Nurse, Emergency Volunteer title: Astoria School District Board Director Why do you volunteer? I want to impact the lives of the children in the community. I want to represent the diversity that is underserved and underrepresented. The youth in our community are the future of our community. What better way to improve the community than by helping create and develop strong individuals who would like to stay here? Zac Patterson Job title: Customer Care Representative Volunteer title: Astoria Youth Football Coach Why do you volunteer? Jeanette Schacher (Medical Group Director) reached out to me asking if I’d be willing to take over the head coach position (I previously coached in 2019). I quickly accepted the offer. I played the sport for 10 years and have found a love for coaching since graduating high school. It is very rewarding when the kids are smiling and having fun competing on game days after working hard throughout the week. I wouldn’t trade in the memories I’ve made with this organization for anything. Support for community organizations In addition to the caregivers who volunteer in the community, CMH has also provided financial support for a number of local organizations and events, including: ● Assistance League of the Columbia Pacific ● Astoria Scandinavian Heritage Association ● Bumble Art Studio and Preschool ● Clatsop County 4-H ● Clatsop County Childcare Grant Program ● Clatsop Economic Development Resources ● Christy Miethe Benefit Account ● Clatsop Community College ● Columbia Pacific Economic District ● Helping Hands Re-Entry Outreach Centers ● Knappa Fire District ● Little Ballet Theater ● Local High Schools and Sports Teams ● Lower Columbia Q Center ● National Alliance on Mental Illness Oregon ● Neawanna By the Sea ● Northwest Senior & Disability Services ● Seaside Rotary Foundation ● The Harbor ● United Way COLUMBIAMEMORIAL.ORG WINTER 2022-23 3
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