Welcome, and Thank You
We are pleased to announce new leadership and express our gratitude to departing board members.
New and Returning Board Leaders
Rose Palmieri joins as Vice President of Impact 100’s Nonprofit Hub. Rose previously served on the Impact 100 board, including time on the Nonprofit Hub, and 2026 will mark her 15th year as a member. She recently contributed to the website redesign committee and we look forward to her continued leadership and insight.
Jenny Berg joins the 2026 board as President-Elect and will chair our 25th Anniversary Committee. Jenny previously served as President (2010–2011) and as a board member (2006–2012 and 2016–2022). Her leadership and nonprofit expertise will be a strong asset as we celebrate our milestone year.
Kim Howland joins the board as Nonprofit Outreach Coordinator. An Impact 100 member for more than a year, Kim will work directly with nonprofits throughout the grant process. We are excited for the fresh perspective and skills she brings to the team.
Thank You to Departing Board Members
A heartfelt thank you to the board members rolling off in 2025: Laura Fidler, Portia Dryenforth, Stacy Gendelman, Rachel Rasmussen, Reagan Smith, and Peggy Zink. We appreciate everything you contributed during your terms and look forward to continuing our work together in support of Impact 100!
See the full 2026 Board of Directors list here, with their photos and their roles.
