LEADERSHIP
Our Board of Directors
Guided by lived experience and embedded in the community, our board carries forward All Nations Rise's mission and vision.
Amy Donaldson
CHAIR
Amy Donaldson is a dedicated leader, educator, and advocate for Native American children and families. She currently serves as the Director of the Early Childhood Learning Center for the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community, a role she has held for more than 34 years. Throughout her career, Amy has been committed to creating high-quality early learning experiences that support the growth, development, and success of every child.
As a passionate champion for Native American education and wellness, Amy has devoted her professional life to ensuring that children have access to culturally responsive programs, strong educational foundations, and opportunities to thrive. Her leadership has helped shape supportive learning environments that honor Indigenous values while fostering academic, social, and emotional development.
Amy has served on the MnTrecc Committee for over 20 years. She is active with SMSC Gives to give back to her community.
In addition to her work in early childhood education, Amy serves as Board Chair for All Nations Rise, where she supports the organization's mission to empower Native communities and advance opportunities for future generations. Her decades of service, commitment to equity, and unwavering belief in the potential of every child have made her a respected leader and advocate within tribal and educational communities.
Amy resides in Prior Lake, MN, with her husband of 35 years & their dog. Amy has two children & three grandchildren.
Tamie Finn
TREASURER
Tamie is married with four children (two boys and two girls) who are all adults and living on their own, and she is also blessed with 12 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She grew up on the Leech Lake Reservation, and she and her husband currently live in Bemidji, MN.
She is a descendant of the White Earth Band of Ojibwe and has lived and worked on the Leech Lake Reservation throughout her professional career. Tamie’s previous work history includes over 40 years with Tribal Child Care, Tribal Head Start, Tribal Boys and Girls Clubs, and Tribal Indian Child Welfare.
She has a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology with a Double Minor in Early Childhood and Business Management.
Although retired, Tamie is still involved in supporting tribal communities that serve American Indian children and families—including sitting on the ANR Board of Directors and providing consulting work to various tribal entities.
Kim Lage
BOARD MEMBER
With a career in early childhood education, Kim partners with educators and caregivers to create nurturing, culturally responsive learning environments where children can thrive. Her work centers on building meaningful relationships, fostering collaboration, and supporting the adults who help shape children's futures.
She has been fortunate to work alongside inspiring leaders in child development, advocating for high-quality education from birth through school age, and believes that investing in children lays the foundation for lifelong success.
Outside of work, Kim enjoys being a grandmother, exploring new cultures, meeting new people, and building meaningful connections that support children and their bright futures.
Cathy Chavers
BOARD MEMBER
Cathy Chavers is an enrolled member of the Bois Forte Band of Chippewa. She served as Chairwoman and District 1 Representative for the Bois Forte Tribal Government for 12 years and was the first woman President of the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe. Cathy worked for Bois Forte for over 45 years, primarily in healthcare, before retiring in 2025. She now serves as a consultant for Mesabi Metallics in Nashwauk, Minnesota.
Cathy has two sons, Edward and Tim, along with 8 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. She is an avid sports fan who loves animals, playing volleyball, and following her grandchildren in their events. She also enjoys picking blueberries and runs a family wild rice processing business handed down by her father, sharing her passion for wild rice and educating others about it.
Cathy remains active in various state and local committees.
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