Summer Spotlight Kacey Kroeger
By Thomas Lehrich, President, Board of Directors
Over the last few months our Summer Spotlight series highlighted board members and staff who are key to what makes Plus One Foundation a leader in programming for people experiencing the wide breadth of neurological conditions. We finish this sizzling summer with a spotlight on Plus One Foundation’s founder and executive director, Kacey Kroeger.
In 2001, Kacey sustained a traumatic brain injury from a fall. The long term effects of her injury changed her life forever, and her recovery journey became a mission to help others with neurological conditions. Kacey has since dedicated herself to enriching opportunities for those experiencing the diverse range of neurological conditions and disorders. The daily individual challenges associated with these conditions can be invisible to others. Kacey understands this firsthand, and it helps drive our programming offerings and education.
Known by the community for her inspiration, motivation, and positive outlook, Kacey brings spirit and education to the mission of Plus One Foundation. Kacey graduated from the University of San Diego with a bachelor’s in sociology within the American Humanics Program (the study of non-profit management). Additionally, she is a graduate of the University of Washington's Fundraising Management Program, and works to keep on top of the newest practices and innovations in the nonprofit sphere.
When asked about what inspires her about Plus One Foundation and her thoughts on the future horizons for the community we serve, Kacey explained:
“I am making it my life's mission to provide enriching opportunities to everyone, regardless of their limitations. Each person should have the opportunity to see, feel, and enjoy all of life's experiences.”
When looking towards the future:
“Plus One is a leading outlet for education, and I believe one area that will improve the lives of those with neurological conditions is AI. It will require educating the community to leverage the potential therapeutic and life improvements AI can bring.”
Each of our staff and Board members have unique talents and perspectives that drive their commitment to Plus One Foundation; together we can learn from our shared experiences. Kacey‘s conception of Plus One to help in the recovery journey for those with TBIs underpins all that we do and has motivated us to support those with all kinds of neurological conditions.