In Cleveland, Kathy is a go-to person for all things encore, in her role as Cleveland Foundation Program Director, Leadership Development. Encore Cleveland provides funding and other resources for 14 organizations that tap the time, skills and abilities of experienced Clevelanders to solve community challenges, fill unmet needs and address community opportunities. This initiative started in 2013 and continues to grow and evolve as more older adults get involved. Kathy is part of the Encore Network Leadership Council and serves on the Program committee.