Interview with James Lane Post: Cathy Tweedy & The Ellen Hermanson Foundation
Cathy Tweedy, Secretary of the Board at The Ellen Hermanson Foundation
The James Lane Post interviewed Board member Cathy Tweedy on her journey with The Ellen Hermanson Foundation. Cathy went to her first Ellen’s Run and recalls the time when Emily Levin, Ellen’s sister and one of the people who started the Foundation, grabbed her from the volunteer table that morning and asked her to stand outside as the race began.
Little did she know that answering an ad from the Foundation to volunteer would lead to her now serving as Secretary of the Board.
When asked why The Foundation’s work matters to her, and what strengthened her commitment to The Foundation, Cathy said, “There are many stories that keep me committed to this work. In one way or another, they all reflect the same truth: people need support, clarity, and compassion when they need it most. Our goal is simple — to wrap our arms around every person who reaches out and help them find their way.”