Martha Luege, Sr. Donor Relations Manager - Orangewood Foundation
Martha Luege is the Senior Donor Relations Manager at Orangewood Foundation in Santa Ana, California. The foundation helps young people, ages 16-25, who are leaving foster care or facing similar struggles.
Orangewood runs 17 programs, including housing, a resource center, and support for trafficking survivors. They provide help with basic needs, education, and health.
Martha switched to nonprofit work after years as a creative director in advertising. She wanted a job that made a real difference in people’s lives.
Now, she builds strong relationships with donors, making sure they see both the successes and challenges of the foundation’s work.
In this episode:
- 00:00 – Welcome to the KRM Podcast, Martha Luege
- 00:37 – The Mission of Orangewood Foundation
- 01:12 – A Safety Net for Vulnerable Youth
- 02:29 – Programs That Change Lives
- 06:12 – Breaking the Cycle: The Young Adult Court Program with UC Irvine
- 07:59 – The Power of Community & Donor Relations
- 13:08 – Seeing the Best and Worst of Humanity
- 14:46 – A Career Shift With Purpose
- 15:58 – A Message for Future Changemakers
"Honesty is huge in keeping a relationship. I also think that it's important to inspire. We invite people to come out to our facilities and tour the facilities."
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