Becky resides in Hamilton with her husband, Bruce, 3 of their 4 children, and 3 dogs! In 2018 she and her husband became certified foster parents in Loudoun County, and it was during that training, that she was moved to help these kids find some normalcy in their lives, and so  'UpsideDown Moments' began. In her free time, she enjoys gardening, photography, and the beach.

Renee, along with her husband, daughter, two dogs, and cat, resides in Round Hill, Virginia. Having run her own business for 7 years, Renee brings a wealth of experience and expertise to our organization.  She manages our social media, website, and much more, ensuring that we continue to provide support to those who need it most. Renee is passionate about assisting children in foster care and at-risk youth and believes the real effort of a few people can make big changes. 

Chris lives in Chantilly, Virginia with his wife, 2 teenagers, and a large Great Dane. Chris brings experience as a Board Member, nonprofit leader, and business owner to the team. He has a background in finance and financial systems. Serving as Board Treasurer, Chris will ensure that UDM operates in an efficient fiscally responsible manner. In his spare time, Chris coaches boys' soccer, plays golf, and is a fitness enthusiast.

Theresa, a proud resident of Aldie, VA, is a dedicated mother to a high school senior and sophomore, both of whom are rapidly growing up. She has a deep-seated passion for community service, instilled not only in herself but also in her children. Together, they have actively contributed to communities worldwide, from establishing a Parent-Teacher Association in Doha, Qatar, to providing foster care for dogs in need.

Adrianna resides in Sterling, VA with her 2 children Schueyler and Phoenix. She currently works for CACI as a Sales Administrator. She volunteers on a panel for future foster parents in training. Adrianna is a former foster youth; she was in care from the ages of 12-21. She is dedicated to provide a critical role on the board for UpsideDown Moments, for current and former foster youth. She hopes to share her experience, establish resources, and build skills to help others become independent after aging out of foster care. In her free time Adrianna enjoys reading, shopping, watching movies, writing, and spending time with her kids.

Steve has lived in Loudoun since 1997 when he moved here for a job at America Online. As the founder of the local website design firm, Loudoun Digital, Steve has actively supported a number of local nonprofits, including HeroHomes and The JK Community Farm. He contributes expertise in website operations, social media, and digital marketing and is also keen to leverage a large personal and professional network to support the UpsideDown Moments mission. 

Deb calls Winchester, Virginia her home, where she serves as the dedicated bookkeeper for an Elementary School. From UpsideDown Moments' start, she has played a crucial role as a dedicated volunteer, and she takes great pleasure in her involvement. In her free time, she enjoys time with family, thrift shopping, and a good book.

Marine recently relocated to Leesburg from Boston and brings over 10 years of experience in travel operations and marketing. She is passionate about using her organizational, communication, and event planning skills to support volunteers dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of foster youth.

Marine strongly believes in the power of connecting people with meaningful experiences and is committed to being a resource and support system for those volunteering with UpsideDown Moments. In her free time she enjoys cooking, crafting, walking her dog with her husband, and playing tennis and roller derby. 

Maddie has lived in Ashburn for almost 10 years. She is a high school student and a small business owner who is passionate about changing the lives of children in foster care, at-risk youth, and those who have aged out of foster care. Maddie has experience raising goods and donations for charities, as well as experience running social media for her small business. She is currently focusing on managing the Instagram account for UpsideDown Moments and will also assist with fundraising endeavors.

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of children and young adults? UpsideDown Moments is looking for a dedicated Fundraising Manager Volunteer to help us raise funds and support our mission. If you have a flair for organizing impactful fundraising campaigns and running events, we'd love to have you on board. Together, let's create more moments of joy and transformation!

If you are interested in applying to this role, please send your resume to upsidedownmoments@gmail.com and we will contact you for further steps.

Annie has lived in the Northern Virginia area for several years. She has over a decade of international development and non-profit experience in education, immigration, public health, and economic development. Connected to UpsideDown Moments through her aunt and uncle, Annie is excited to support the organization’s mission. In her free time, she enjoys traveling the world and connecting with different cultures