Marie Zemler Wu, Foster America’s co-founder and executive director, is a creative community builder with extensive child welfare experience. In past roles at the Annie E. Casey Foundation and Center for the Study of Social Policy, Marie served as a consultant to child welfare agencies across the nation. Marie is a graduate of Macalester College, Boston University’s Center for Digital Imaging Arts, and the Harvard Kennedy School. As an adoptee and mom of three, Marie considers it her personal mission to see all children rooted in strong families and supportive communities.
As a network of renowned leaders with cross-sector expertise, Foster America’s board of directors drives our mission to see every child and family thrive.
Our teammates possess track records of operational success, seasoned management experiences, and deep knowledge gained in and beyond the child welfare sector.
Foster America cultivates a community that values and elevates diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise.
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