Laura Maloney < Back Laura Maloney Vice President Resides in Sammamish AA degree in Court Reporting from Minnesota School of Business Parent of two children, one with developmental disabilities Past Events coordinator for City of Issaquah Has served as Board President in the past Board member since 1/2009 Ready to Help? Learn how you can make a difference! Get Involved

Snoqualmie Challenge Race 2025 - Driver Hosted by the Rotary Club of Snoqualmie Valley! The Gravity Cars allow those with developmental disabilities to experience the thrill of riding a soap box derby- type race car while piloted by a trained volunteer who is 10 years old or older.

Staff & Volunteers Care Providers Care providers are the cornerstone of LEO. They manage our homes for adults with developmental disabilities, ensuring a safe, supportive, and enriching environment. Their dedication and compassion empower our residents to lead fulfilling lives with dignity and independence. We are deeply grateful for their unwavering commitment and the positive impact they make every day. Chona Gascon Rose Finnegan House Claire Mmbone Nancy Whitaker House Evelyn Galasso Angela Dews House Mary Njuguna Ann Dennis House Pam Stefansky Mike Ernst House Staff Our staff expertly manage and organize programs, maintain our homes, coordinate fundraising efforts, plan events, and handle essential administrative tasks. Their dedication and hard work ensure that we can continuously support and enrich the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities. We are proud of our team's unwavering commitment and the invaluable contributions they make every day. Molly Simpson Program Director Jin Lee Business Operations Alyssa Midgley Housing Director Peter Walters Grants Administrator Board Members LEO board members are dedicated volunteers who provide leadership and guidance. They make the decisions that shape our organization, including purchasing or building new homes and hiring staff and care providers. Their strategic vision and commitment ensure that LEO continues to grow and effectively support individuals with developmental disabilities. We deeply appreciate their expertise and the significant impact they make on our community. Mike Ernst President Laura Maloney Vice President Becky Kitz Treasurer Jonathan Clark Secretary / Advocacy Committee Chair Janet Rumer Board Member Francis Cheung Tech Advisor Jim Wright Marketing & Public Relations Jiff Searing Past President and current Housing Committee Member Past Board Members Angie Holmstrom Community Outreach / Housing & Development Rose Finnegan LEO Founder (1937-2018) Leo Finnegan Past President Jane Searing Board Advisor Angela Dews LEO Founder, LEO Board Emeritus Nancy Whitaker LEO Board Emeritus Ann Dennis Linda Lentgis Events & Outreach Karl Pauly Housing Committee Member Kiwina Wijaya Treasurer Ready to Help? Learn how you can make a difference! Get Involved

Becky Kitz < Back Becky Kitz Treasurer Resides in North Bend BA in Business Management from Eastern Washington University Mother of two children, one with developmental disabilities Self-employed as Becky Kitz, CPA PLLC Snoqualmie Valley Special Olympics organizer Currently serving on the Executive, Finance (Chair) & Fundraising Committees Has served as Board Vice President in the past Board member since 1/2003 Ready to Help? Learn how you can make a difference! Get Involved

Janet Rumer < Back Janet Rumer Board Member Ready to Help? Learn how you can make a difference! Get Involved

Jonathan Clark < Back Jonathan Clark Secretary / Advocacy Committee Chair Ready to Help? Learn how you can make a difference! Get Involved

Karl Pauly < Back Karl Pauly Housing Committee Member BaSC Civil Engineering, University of Waterloo Arrived in Issaquah via transfer from Toronto in 1993 Retired construction executive after 30 years in the commercial construction industry Active in local events Enjoy all outdoor activities, particularly biking, sailing and skiing LEO Housing Committee Member Member of the Advocacy Committee Ready to Help? Learn how you can make a difference! Get Involved

Kiwina Wijaya < Back Kiwina Wijaya Treasurer Ready to Help? Learn how you can make a difference! Get Involved

Life Enrichment Options Creating Homes and Enriching Lives for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities 7 days ago Social Club Open for Registration If you're looking for something fun to do with your adaptive rec friends, or want to make new friends, check out some of the programs we... 4 views 7 days ago The 2025 Gravity Car Schedule Here are the scheduled Gravity Car events for the 2025 season. May 31, 2025 - Saturday - Snoqualmie - Challenge Race - Sponsored by the... 4 views EVENTS SNOQUALMIE CHALLENGE RACE 2025 RSVP Tickets available now May 31, 2025 Saturday RSVP Get Involved Jim Wright with care providers at LEO Summer Picnic Updates Four smiling adults with disabilities wearing leis Photos A collage of many LEO photos Life Enrichment Options (LEO) is a community based non-profit organization that works to enrich the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities to achieve their life vision and goals through supportive housing , recreation , employment opportunities, and community education . We are active in the Issaquah and Snoqualmie School Districts. You Can Make A Difference Donate Today Join Our Cause Welcome to the LEO Organization, where caring supporters and dedicated volunteers come together to empower individuals with Developmental Disabilities. Join us in making a difference! Volunteer at LEO events, assist with event coordination, or join a LEO Committee. Your support is essential for us to achieve our mission. Contact us below. If you need language assistance, let us know. We provide interpreters and translated materials upon request. Thank you for considering joining our cause! Contact Us First name Last name Email Write a message SUBMIT Thanks for your interest. We'll get back to you soon. Keep Up to Date Subscribe to LEO newsletters and events Email SIGN UP Thanks for your interest!

Angie Holmstrom < Back Angie Holmstrom Community Outreach / Housing & Development Ready to Help? Learn how you can make a difference! Get Involved

Mike Ernst < Back Mike Ernst President Resides in Issaquah Has a daughter with developmental disabilities Long time supporter of the LEO mission Has served on the Housing and Fundraising Committees, and the Executive Board Long time LEO Board Member Ready to Help? Learn how you can make a difference! Get Involved

Get Involved You can make a difference LEO welcomes supporters to volunteer at events or join a committee (Housing, Events, Fundraising, Finance). Let us know how you’d like to help by calling, emailing, or using the form below . LEO Committees Our committees play a crucial role in planning activities and events, including: Educational presentations The Annual Salmon Days and Festival at Mt. Si parades Fenders on Front Street The Challenge Race Series Annual Picnic Committees also make recommendations to the LEO Board, ensuring we stay connected to the community's needs. Challenge Series Races Held in July, August, or September in partnership with Rotary Clubs, these gravity car races offer a fun day for participants and their families across the state, from Oak Harbor to Snoqualmie. Volunteer Roles Assist at race events Recommend responsible students (between 4’8” and 5’2” tall and up to 130 pounds) to be gravity race car drivers Identify individuals with cognitive or physical disabilities who would enjoy being co-drivers Sponsorship Opportunities Promote your company or product by sponsoring our race cars. Your name will be displayed on our cars, providing a unique way to advertise in your community. Donate Make a one-time or recurring donation through our website. Donate Get In Touch Let us know how you'd like to help First name Last name Email Write a message SUBMIT Thanks for submitting!