Katrina joins Heather K. Burge on her podcast, Stories of Light - Faith in Business to discuss her work in fundraising and philanthropy.

As far back as I can recall, my father insisted that I write thank you notes. He taught me that playing with a gifted toy or wearing new clothes was inappropriate if I hadn’t shown appropriate gratitude. I received messages throughout my childhood that the most sincere words were often written.

My favorite childhood book led me on a journey to live out a dream, witnessed the power of community, and one woman’s healing from loss.

Philanthropy was imprinted on me at a young age. It comes as naturally to me as the air I breathe, it’s a part of my ethos– my very soul. It’s a place where I find comfort and see the good in people.

I was not raised by a wealthy family– at least not the bank-kind of wealthy. Instead, we were wealthy in our relationships and the love of our community.