NW Kidney Kids Staff Maggie MacKenzieEvents & Marketing ManagerMaggie MacKenzie is a dedicated advocate, event organizer, and community supporter with a passion for making a meaningful impact. Diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD) in 2018, Maggie’s journey led to a life-saving kidney transplant in November 2020, made possible by her living donor, Stephany—ask her about their incredible story. For the past seven years, Maggie has been an integral part of Northwest Kidney Kids, where she channels her creativity and enthusiasm into planning engaging events and raising vital funds to support the kidney community. She takes pride in bringing people together and creating experiences that both uplift and empower. Outside of her advocacy work, Maggie volunteers with the Portland Highland Games Association, enjoys getting lost in a good book, and is a devoted fan of the Portland Winterhawks. Her resilience, compassion, and energy shine through in everything she does, making her a valued member of every community she’s part of.  FinnCamp DirectorFinn Vallier is originally from Santa Cruz, California, but now lives in Portland, Oregon. They graduated from Washington State University (Go Cougs!) in 2023 with a major in Human Development, a minor in At-Riks Youth, and a certificate in Child and Youth Development. Finn is currently working towards their master's degree in therapeutic recreation at SUNY Cortland. Finn has had many professional experiences, ranging from working in summer camps to outdoor schools based in California and Minnesota. Finn has over nine years of experience working with a wide range of children. 
Dakota WatsonAssistant Camp DirectorDakota Watson serves as the Assistant Camp Director for NW Kidney Kids, bringing a personal passion for supporting youth with kidney disease. As a kidney transplant recipient, Dakota understands the unique challenges kidney kids face and is dedicated to creating a safe, fun, and empowering camp experience. Dakota is committed to building connections, fostering community, and ensuring that every camper feels supported, valued, and celebrated throughout their journey. |
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Maggie MacKenzieGerente de Eventos & Marketing Maggie MacKenzie se graduó de la universidad en 2018 con una licenciatura en Comunicaciones. Utiliza esto para promover y crear eventos para NW Kidney Kids. Encontró una conexión con la organización después de que le diagnosticaran una Enfermedad Renal en Etapa Final en abril de 2018 y recibio un trasplante en el 2020. Le encanta organizar eventos de recaudación de fondos que ayuden a la comunidad que ama.
Ella aprecia todo el apoyo que ha recibido de la familia Northwest Kidney Kids! FinnDirector de Campamento Dakota WatsonSubdirector de Campamento Dakota Watson se desempeña como Subdirectora de Campamento para NW Kidney Kids, aportando una pasión personal por apoyar a jóvenes con enfermedad renal. Como receptor de un trasplante de riñón, Dakota comprende los desafíos únicos que enfrentan los niños con enfermedad renal y está comprometido a crear una experiencia de campamento segura, divertida y que empodere. Dakota se dedica a generar conexiones, fomentar la comunidad y asegurar que cada campista se sienta apoyado, valorado y celebrado a lo largo de su camino.
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