
Meet The Exec Board

Co-President
Katie Wernberg
I am in my fourth year at UW-Madison pursuing a degree in Nursing. I have been the secretary of Care for a Cause since Fall 2025, and I am so excited to take on this role as Co-President. Being a part of the CFAC leadership team allows me to have a direct impact we have on the community. I love how all the members of our club are passionate about helping those in need and it is amazing working alongside these people.

Co-President
Grace Kuiper
Hi everyone! I’m a junior earning a BFA in Dance with certificates in Business and Accounting Fundamentals. In my free time I love to hike, paint, and hangout with friends! I love being part of Care For A Cause because of the sense of community and generosity in this organization. It’s very uplifting to be able to make a positive change in our community!

VP of Fundraising
Grace Panek
I’m a senior in the nursing school. In my free time I love trying new restaurants, shopping, and being with friends and family! I joined CFAC right away as a freshman and have loved every moment of it! My favorite event is the birthday boxes! It’s a great activity that brings the club together to work on something special for a less fortunate child.

VP of Volunteer Outreach
Lily Heinrich
Hi, my name is Lily, and I am a senior majoring in Elementary Education. I am super excited to be a part of the care for a cause exec-board this year! I love the countless opportunities to get involved in our community, and support families and youth in need. In my free time, I enjoy cooking, going to the gym, and trying new restaurants.

VP of Program Development & Engagement
Kaitlyn Knutson
I am a senior studying Biology with certificates in global health and health policy. In my free time I love to read and bake, as well as be outdoors doing things like kayaking or hiking! I am so excited to join the CFAC eboard as the VP of Development and Engagement! I love the amazing opportunities through CFAC to be involved in the community and make a difference in kids’ and families’ lives.

VP of Partnerships
Emma Kaderavek
Hi! My name is Emma and I am a senior majoring in Kinesiology with a certificate in Promoting Activities for Diverse Abilities. In my free time I enjoy trying new brunch spots, hiking, and watching just about any reality tv show. I love how CFAC is able to build a community around local families who need it. We are able to have so much fun together while making a difference!

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Emerson Vahlsing
Hi! My name is Emerson and I’m a junior majoring in Psychology and International Studies with a certificate in Education Policy Studies. In my free time, I love trying new coffee shops, traveling, and spending time with friends and family. I love CFAC and the support it provides for local families, and I’m so excited for what the future holds for this organization!

Co-VP of Finance
Paige Gaynor
Hi! My name is Paige and I am a senior here at UW-Madison studying Accounting. I enjoy working out, drinking coffee, watching movies with my roommates, and spending time with family. I love Care for a Cause because it has given me the chance to collaborate with others for positive change in the young Madison community.

Co-VP of Finance
Ava Patrow
I am a junior in the Wisconsin School of Business, studying Accounting. In my free time I love going for walks, hanging out with friends and my family, and listening to podcasts! I have been an active member of Care for a Cause for a year and a half, and I have loved being a part of this organization. My favorite event is volunteering at Babies and Beyond, sorting through the donations dropped off by members of the community and getting to see other families in the community have the opportunity to receive clothes, diapers, toys, etc!

VP of Publicity
Greta Oldenkamp
Hi! My name is Chloe and I am the VP of Publicity for CFAC! I am currently a senior at UW-Madison majoring in global health with plans to get my master's in nursing at Marquette next year. In my free time, I like to read, spend time with friends, and try new coffee shops! I enjoy being a part of CFAC because I like knowing that I am making a difference within my own community. My favorite activity is wrapping presents after our Christmas gift drive! [Chole]

VP of Campus Collabs
Bri Olejnik
Hi! My name is Bri, and I’m the Vice President of Campus Collabs for Care for a Cause! I’m currently a junior majoring in Kinesiology on the pre-Physician Assistant pathway. I joined CFAC my sophomore year and instantly fell in love with the club and its mission. I’m so excited to continue being involved and help make a difference through our organization! Outside of CFAC (and when I'm not stuck in the library studying), I enjoy spending time with my friends and family! I’m so grateful to be part of CFAC and can’t wait to see how our club continues to grow!
E-Board Applications
If you are interested in joining the executive board, we open applications later in the fall semester and interviews are done over winter break. If selected for a position, you will be trained by the existing board member during the spring semester!
