Larissa leads Take a Hike’s Development team where government relations, fundraising and marketing collaborate. Applying her passion for what the not-for-profit sector and philanthropy can achieve, she personally assists generous individuals and corporate donors in connecting their philanthropic goals with Take a Hike’s mission.
Larissa started her career in the federal government. After which, she began working (and found her inspiration) in charitable organizations serving missions from healthcare to social services, and she eventually found philanthropy and professional fundraising in 2014.
Her humorous, strategic, and data-driven personality coupled with her forward-thinking work style cultivates a comfortable environment where donors and co-workers alike feel empowered by their decisions. Larissa’s passion lies in helping others succeed by laying down the groundwork and leaning into people’s strengths to support their goals.
Outside of the office, she likes to knit, cook and travel with her husband to tropical island paradises like Phú Quốc Vietnam. Ask Larissa about the different ways to get involved with Take a Hike as well as the statistics and data behind supporting our program or her childhood obsession with and collection of Popples.