Staff

Sally Anderson has a Masters in Health Administration from Indiana University and earned a certificate in Nonprofit Leadership and Management from the University of Wisconsin. Prior to joining Community Thread, she served in senior leadership positions at Valley Outreach, a local food shelf and basic needs provider where she worked extensively with volunteers. Her professional experience includes starting a nonprofit mental health clinic and managing programs serving aging and disabled populations in collaboration with other nonprofits.

Kathryn Bolinder has an undergraduate degree in social work and a Master of Healthcare Administration degree and Master of Management degree from St. Mary’s University. Before coming to Community Thread, Kathryn worked as Long Term Care Administrator, Clinic Manager and Director of Operations in several not-for-profit and for-profit organizations. She continues to volunteer with several local organizations.

Elise has a B.A. in Psychology and a minor in Business Administration from University of Puget Sound. Elise was born and raised in Stillwater and earned the 2016 Individual Community Involvement Award. Elise is passionate about satisfaction and performance and is ready to put that passion to use in helping Community Thread’s mission. Elise has social media and communications experience from a variety of fields and is excited to put those skills to use, here. Elise is also a youth soccer coach for a local soccer club.

Rachel holds a Master of Public Administration degree from North Carolina State University. She has certifications in nonprofit management and volunteer administration. Before joining Community Thread, Rachel worked with health and housing organizations in program development, board and volunteer management, human resources, strategic planning, fundraising, and communications. Rachel is currently a member of the Board of Directors of the ISD 622 Education Foundation.

Jennifer Sherwin Operations Assistant: Jennifer has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Speech Communication and Human Relations from St. Cloud State University. She also holds a post graduate diploma in Housing Policy and Management from Northumbria University, Newcastle Upon Tyne, England. Jennifer worked as a Licensed Property Manager for many years before joining Community Thread. She also has experience in office administration and management, hospitality management, and she worked for the Department for Work and Pensions while living in England. Jennifer has volunteered at Hope for the Journey Home, Family Means Act on Alzheimer’s, and served on the Board of Directors of Royal Guard Performing Arts, a non-profit organization formed to provide performing arts opportunities to youth and young adults.

Grace has an A.A. in Graphic Design from Minneapolis Community & Technical College. Grace is a Stillwater area native, and attended St. Croix Catholic and Stillwater Area High School. While growing up in Stillwater, she led Summer Stretch volunteer groups and represented her high school class in student council. Her work in the nonprofit field began as an intern for Children’s Cancer Research fund. During her time with Children’s Cancer Research Fund, Grace found her passion for giving back to those most in need. Grace is excited to use her skills to help Community Thread with their mission of engaging, enriching, and connecting our community.