Ryan Carpenter
Executive Director
Ryan grew up on Orcas Island and has a deep appreciation for the social bonds that make Orcas Island a unique and special place. He received a Master Degree in Narrative Therapy and Community Work from the University of Melbourne in 2017. His training as a therapist and community worker, as well as years of non profit administration and business ownership, brings extensive experience to the Funhouse. Ryan has served as a board member with the Orcas Island Community Resource Center, and shares their value of community collaboration. Ryan is joined in his passion for island youth and families by his wife Kelly who is a Public School Teacher at Orcas Island Elementary School. Together, their joy in life is raising their two teenage kids.
Sarah McKay
Program Director
Sarah McKay grew up in Seattle and has spent summers with family on the island since she was a child. She has fond memories of visiting The Funhouse when she was a teenager. She attained her bachelors degree studying environmental education at The Evergreen State College before becoming a full time island resident in 2014. Since then, she has taken on the role of Program Director at the Funhouse Commons. Outside of work she has been restoring a historical family home which she lives in with her partner, two cats and a dog. She is excited to continue to spend time with members of the Funhouse while taking on extra responsibilities guiding the mentor program and organizing volunteers.
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sarah@thefunhouse.org
Nicole Spinogatti
Community Engagement & Development Director
Nicole moved to Orcas in 2018 with her husband, Jon and children, Jack & Katie. She stumbled upon The Funhouse while exploring places to help her children acclimate to their new surroundings. She fell in love with The Funhouse and the rest is history! Before arriving to Orcas, Nicole enjoyed a long career of non-profit service and is looking forward to helping The Funhouse thrive.
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Nicole@thefunhouse.org
Sarah Davis
Office Manager
Sarah grew up on Orcas Island and began coming to The Funhouse as a teenager in 2002. She loves that she now gets to share The Funhouse with her own children, Archer & Izzah. Sarah brings extensive experience in customer service and administration to The Funhouse and is passionate about social/emotional learning, reproductive health & wellness, and supporting expecting families through birth & postpartum. She is so excited to be a part of The Funhouse team and to contribute to such an integral part of the island community!
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sarahdavis@thefunhouse.org
Trillium Swanson
Prevention Services Manager
Coalition for Orcas Youth Project Manager
Trillium moved to Orcas from Bellingham in 2015, and has been involved with The Funhouse ever since. Trillium is all about supporting youth to reach their potential, and is passionate about building sustainable systems and programming to that end. When she’s not at The Funhouse, you’ll likely find her running around outside.
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Trillium@thefunhouse.org
Sarah Nichols
Co-Coordinator, Coalition for Orcas Youth
Sarah came to Orcas to raise her son in a community-centered, nurturing environment surrounded by nature and the sea. She joined Alison as the Co-Coordinator for the Coalition for Orcas Youth in November of 2020. Previously an elementary school teacher she is excited to work with The Funhouse and COY to support families and youth. Sarah believes that supporting, educating, and investing in youth and their families is vital for a thriving community.
Alison Sanders
Co-Coordinator, Coalition for Orcas Youth
Alison Sanders is the Coalition for Orcas Youth (COY) Co-Coordinator. Alison has a strong background in advocacy and has worked in nonprofit organizations up and down the west coast. She believes that the best way to solve a problem is to prevent it before it starts. That’s why she is passionate about cultivating connections to mobilize our community for positive change. She grew up on Orcas and is thrilled to be back in her community with her husband and three spectacular children.
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alison@thefunhouse.org
Marisela Medina
Housekeeper
Marisela moved to Orcas Island from Tijuana, Mexico in 2002. She comes from a very strong and supportive family and delights in raising her three teenage her children. Marisela says, “Mi familia es lo mas importante de mi vida y estoy muy bendecido.”