Ari Rapkin
Ari Rapkin has worked for social justice in a few different ways, especially in domestic violence intervention, housing rights for low-income folks and LGBTQ rights. He is currently exploring how physical play and creativity can make change in the world.
Esther Stutzman
Esther Stutzman is Coos and Komemma Kalapuya and is an enrolled member of the Confederated Tribes of Siletz. She lives in Yoncalla, Oregon. Esther is the chair of Komemma Cultural Protection Association which is dedicated to researching the Kalapuya Peoples. Esther is a traditional storyteller and history keeper. She works as an artist-in-residence with art associations throughout Oregon and is a cultural resource consultant for Title IX Indian Education Programs in many locations within the state. She has been an elementary and secondary teacher, a cultural curriculum developer, university lecturer and is currently working on a Kalapuya curriculum.
Edith Casterline
Edith first heard about MRG Foundation in 2002 while reading a newspaper article about MRG’s work that made her think, “What a great place!” She joined MRG’s staff soon after and is now the longest-serving member of MRG’s team. Edith manages our database, accounting, and internal operations and enjoys working behind the scenes in support of the great work of MRG grantees across Oregon. When not at MRG, Edith keeps busy as a parent, activist, and artist. Edith lived in Japan from ages 9-18, and likes to return as often as possible to visit family.