Meet Our Board of Directors
The MGFKC Board of Directors plays a crucial role in fulfilling the organization’s mission and ensuring its operational and legal accountability. The Board sets an annual fundraising goal, aiming to surpass the previous year’s total. Through their active involvement and regular review of fundraising strategies, the Board contributes to the organization’s growth and success. Its members are engaged, inspired, and knowledgeable about how to contribute effectively and committed to helping build a road to the future.
The Board facilitates the exchange of ideas and information with WSU Extension and serves as advisor to the King County Program Coordinator. The Board interacts with WSU Extension and reviews and approves the Memorandum of Agreement with Washington State University Extension on a regular basis to maintain a clear understanding of all roles and responsibilities to ensure the growth and success of the Master Gardener program in King County.
MGFKC Board of Directors members are elected by the Foundation membership to serve three-year terms but not more than seven consecutive years. The Board of Directors manages the affairs of the Foundation on behalf of its membership of Master Gardener volunteers. Their main duties are to accept contributions and administer those funds.
Master Gardeners are encouraged, but not required, to join MGFKC. All Foundation members are King County Master Gardeners who play a variety of leadership roles and are all passionate about gardening. All Master Gardeners are welcome and encouraged to attend board meetings.
Meetings of the Board of Directors are regularly scheduled for the second Thursday of the month. Details are published in the monthly newsletter.
MGFKC Board Meeting Agendas and Minutes are updated each month.
Board of Directors
Joan Baldwin
President
Elected to Board in 2023
Marie Kurka-Brown
Elected to Board in 2025
Mary Ellen Stone
Elected to Board in 2025
Daryl Schlesser
Vice President
Elected to Board in 2023
Phil Fordyce
Secretary
Elected to Board in 2022
Demica Linsten
Elected to Board in 2026
Kristen McCaw
Elected to Board in 2026
Nancy Marshall
Treasurer
Elected to Board in 2022
Chelsea Petersen
Elected to Board in 2025
Alma Cardenas
Elected to Board in 2026
Lin Provost
Elected to Board in 2022
Linda Firey Oldroyd
Elected to Board in 2025
Gary Scheider
Elected to Board in 2023
Standing Committees and Leadership Teams:
Standing Committee of the Foundation are appointed by the Board for an indefinite time. Special Committees are appointed for a specific task with a specified time to completion. [By-Laws, Art. VI]
The Foundation Standing Committees are Audit and Development.
Advisory Committees are selected by the Master Gardener Program Coordinator. For information about the advisory teams, contact the Program Office at king.mg@wsu.edu.
Two committees share accountability to both the Foundation and the Program: Education and Communications
How to Get Involved with Foundation Leadership
Committee Membership: Foundation members do not have to be a member of the Board to serve on Committees. If you are looking for a way to volunteer and contribute to the Foundation and one of these committees matches your experience, expertise, or interests, please contact the Foundation President, president@mgfkc.org.