Our Board
The North Star Community Foundation (NSCF) is guided by a dedicated and passionate Board of Directors, composed of community leaders committed to our mission.
Our board members bring a wealth of experience, diverse perspectives, and invaluable expertise, ensuring that NSCF effectively supports and empowers the many charitable projects and organizations we serve. Their leadership and vision are critical in driving our initiatives forward, fostering collaboration, and upholding the highest standards of integrity and transparency. Meet the remarkable individuals who steer our foundation, helping to create a brighter future for Interior Alaska.
Our Board Members
Andrew Aquino
President
Aquino is a project manager at the University of Alaska. He connects individuals with resources to achieve goals. He pursues new ideas toward creative solutions. He has also served on the Recover Alaska board and the Fairbanks Diversity Council. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in liberal arts from Evergreen State College.
Kimberley Maher
Vice President
I joined the Board in 2017 to be more involved with the wide array of our N*CF member projects, all of which enrich the community where I have developed my roots. I’ve enjoyed getting to know the people, the forest and different lifestyles, a rich community in Interior Alaska.
Rachel Lebby
Secretary
I joined the Board in 2023 to entertain my appreciation for project management to create community-based solutions to community-based problems.
I believe in empowering women through the development of sustainable changes to systemic barriers. I’m hopeful to support filling service-related gaps for Fairbanks and contribute to the infrastructure of NSCF.
Joel Keeney
Treasurer
As a lifelong Fairbanks resident, I know the impact that people can make in the lives of our neighbors. When hands join, we find common ground in making our community an even better place. I love Alaska’s Golden Heart, and I love working hard to improve our quality of life.
Indra Tobias
Director
I joined the Board in 2024 to deepen my roots here in a supportive way. Originally from Atlanta, digging into the community here in Fairbanks has been a goal for a few years now. I hope to support growing our community nonprofits, arts, historical and service organizations for years to come.
Riyan Lash
Director
I’m new to the Board. I enjoy volunteering for community activities. I love animals and want to provide support to animals and their humans in rural communities. I hope to encourage others my age to involve themselves in volunteer work and pursue the betterment of their community.
Kristina Miller
Director
As a lifelong resident of Fairbanks, I’ve witnessed the incredible impact our nonprofits have on our community. NSCF supports them in making an even bigger difference. Alleviating the stress of running, managing and funding, NSCF allows member projects to focus on helping people and reflects a commitment to community development, inclusivity and support.
Downloadable PDFs
For maximum transparency, and to provide examples for other beginning nonprofits, below you will find our Board of Directors Duties, a Board Self-Evaluation Questionnaire, and our Conflict of Interest statement.