meet the board
Letters of Love is a volunteer-based organization.
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From the students who attend club meetings, to our non-profit board, there are a plethora of ways for people to get involved. We cannot express enough gratitude for everyone who has donated their time to make Letters of Love what it is today. Continue scrolling to learn more about our board members and executive volunteers.
Founder & President
Grace Berbig
"I cannot explain how deeply grateful I am for all of the support we have received, and for each wonderful person that is a part of our growing family. Thank you for being a part of the team who fights to put smiles on the faces of children who are fighting a battle that no kid ever should."
Marta Hill
Co-Director of Operations, Head of Club Development
"I love working for Letters of Love because it really embodies the idea that little actions can make a big difference. After all, making a card isn’t complicated or too hard, but it can bring a smile to someone face, and that is priceless. Every project I have been involved in — from the gala, to Positive Press, to helping with a chapter at my high school — has been so much fun and so rewarding. Can’t wait to keep spreading smiles!"
Marta is a graduate of Northeastern University and is currently a science journalism master’s student at New York University.
Owen Larson
Director of Volunteer Management
"Ever since I came to the first meeting in 2018, Letters of Love has had me hooked. The meetings are such a fun and friendly environment with so many good people. My mother lost her battle with cancer when I was 16. To see all my peers willing to lend a hand to those in need has meant the world to me and has helped me heal. I joined Letters of Love because I saw an opportunity to improve myself and give back to my community. Hopefully, I will help others heal too. "
Owen is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a degree in biological systems engineering.
Maggie Klaers
Co-Director of Operations, Branding and Design Specialist
"Letters of Love inspires me daily. It reminds me to consider my own impact on the world around me, challenges me to dream bigger, and pushes me to bring more joy into the world. As soon as I heard about the mission Grace had for Letters of Love, I knew I wanted to get involved. It's so unique to find a group of people as devoted to creating a kinder world as I have found in the Letters of Love volunteers. Grace and everyone at Letters of Love are such a beacon of light in my life!"
Maggie is a graduate of the University of Notre Dame with a degree in biology and visual communications design.
Susan Breon
Development and Operations Consultant
"What impresses me about Letters of Love Global, is its explosive growth which demonstrates an incredible desire among young adults to engage in their community and to make a difference in another persons’ life. With that growth comes a need to assist Letters of Love develop the infrastructure needed to maintain long-term sustainable growth. My focus is to assist LOL to continue to serve others, while continuing to expand its reach."
Berit Francis
Corporate Relations Consultant
"I joined Letters of Love after serendipitously meeting Founder Grace Berbig and being monumentally impressed with her, her profound story and the meaningful work the organization is doing. I, too, believe in the importance of spreading love and kindness through letters/cards (especially to those individuals with the greatest need including children with illnesses). I sincerely believe the in the positive impact of spreading loving messages throughout the world!"
EXECUTIVE VOLUNTEERS
Spreading joy through our letters would not be possible without the generosity, time and spirit from our many volunteers. We are incredibly proud of our executive volunteers, aged 17-23, who have accepted the following leadership roles within our organization.