Julia Van Raalte

Julia Van Raalte is currently the Development Director at dZi Foundation. Julia has extensive experience in fundraising, grants, communications, and event planning.

Previously, Julia was the Development Coordinator at dZi Foundation, where they were responsible for conceptualizing and executing a major rebrand that included all new marketing materials and a new website. Julia also planned multiple fundraising events and wrote the first fundraising strategy.

Before their work at dZi Foundation, Julia was an Theirtory Apprentice and Wilderness Guide at High Mountain Institute, Summer Programs Co-Director at Catamount Institute, and an Environmental Educator at Catamount Institute.

In addition to their work in the nonprofit sector, Julia has also worked as an Associate Editor at Blister Gear Review.

Julia Van Raalte has a Bachelor of Arts in Theirtory / Political Science from Colorado College and a Master's degree in Public Administration from University of Colorado Denver. Julia also has certification from Colorado College in Project Learning Tree Facilitator and from Pikes Peak Alpine School in Avalanche Safety Level 2.

They work with and Michelle Montague - Finance Director, UK. Some direct reports include Ben Malmborg-Wilde - Strategic Partnerships Coordinator, Kiki Stewart - Development and Operations Coordinator. Their manager is Sarah Banister, dZi UK Administrative Director.