Donna’s innate respect and reverence for nature was instilled in her by her family, shaped by adventures in the Sierra Nevadas including planting hundreds of trees, summers swimming and fishing in Almaden’s creeks, and sailing on the San Francisco Bay with her grandfather. These early experiences instilled in her a profound respect for the natural world and a lasting commitment to its preservation.
Donna is a firm believer in the transformative power of community-led solutions to address local and global challenges. As a proud member of the OneReef team, she is dedicated to supporting and amplifying the voices of those on the frontlines of climate change in the Pacific.
With over 20 years of professional expertise, Donna brings a unique blend of skills to her work. She has seven years of successful nonprofit operations and development experience, including leadership roles in both international and community-based organizations. Prior to moving over to the nonprofit world, as an attorney Donna represented clients on complex international matters, equipping her with a global perspective and a results-driven approach to problem-solving.
