Cassandra McKee, Interim Director, Children’s Economic Security, Wellspring Philanthropic Fund
EOF Steering Committee member since 2015
Cassandra is Program Director for the Children’s Economic Security Program at Wellspring Philanthropic Fund. Prior to joining Wellspring in August 2014, Cassandra spent 17 years advocating for economic justice for all families. During her career Cassandra developed expertise in field strategy, and she led campaign efforts on a variety of issues including the protection of Social Security, expansion of health care, fair taxes and federal budget priorities. In 2009, Cassandra received the Midwest Academy Heather Award in recognition of her national leadership and organizing experience. Cassandra received her BA in Women’s Studies from Drew University.