Staff
Your Gratitude Team
Gail Brescia, CFRE
President & CEO
- Provides strategic leadership and vision to advance the Foundation's mission.
- Oversees donor engagement to grow community support and impact.
- Guides governance and operations with accountability and best practices.
- Serves as a chief ambassador strengthening regional relationships.
Sandy Vellinga
Executive Assistant
- Manages donor relations and administration with timely acknowledgements.
- Supports leadership operations with executive-level coordination.
- Responds to inquiries with helpful, courteous support.
- Maintains confidential records and governance documentation.
Paul Wolfe
Senior Philanthropy Associate
- Builds relationships with major and legacy donors to inspire long-term support.
- Fosters partnerships that advance philanthropic initiatives and programs.
Jaclyn Woods
Philanthropy Associate
- Leads annual giving initiatives to grow support and donor engagement.
- Plans fundraising events that drive participation and revenue.
The Foundation Office is located at St. Joseph's Heritage
Office Hours
Monday to Friday
8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday & Sunday
Closed
Address
63 Carrie Street
Thunder Bay, Ontario
Canada, P7A 4J2
Contact
T (807) 768-4440
Toll Free 1-800-209-9034
E sjftb@tbh.net
F (807) 768-8820
