Natalie is a dedicated advocate for social change, deeply committed to enhancing the lives of military and veteran families. With over twenty years of experience in the nonprofit sector, she is well-seasoned in executive fundraising, grantmaking, and scaling organizational impact. As the founder of Veterans Collaborative, she has transformed her passion for service into a powerful force for good, effectively marshaling resources and support for those who have served.

Throughout her career, Natalie has championed a wide array of initiatives across the United States, focusing on social justice, disaster recovery, housing rehabilitation, community revitalization, and higher education. Her work has touched on vital areas such as mental health, economic development, art preservation, and environmental sustainability. However, it is her unwavering dedication to veteran and military communities that truly sets her apart.

Veterans Collaborative was born out of the desire to do more, give more, and serve more. By bringing together invested partners, we break down silos and foster cross-functional collaboration that transcends typical organizational boundaries. We focus on upstream solutions that do not merely manage problems but aim to resolve them, ensuring a sustainable impact on our cherished community.

Natalie’s mission revolves around the belief that everyone should have access to charitable opportunities, direct services, and essential resources. Through Veterans Collaborative, she has created a close-knit community that goes beyond an organization— it's her Why, the driving force that fuels her commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of military and veteran families.

Natalie's story is one of passion, dedication, and unwavering commitment to creating an accessible and equitable future for those who have served our Nation.