Danielle and Matt, started Rising Kites in 2021 after they experienced an at-birth diagnosis of Down syndrome when their daughter, Sammie, was born. Danielle oversees everything that goes on with Rising Kites from bag distribution to flower growing to medical facility and donor communications to all things social media. Matt oversees finances and helps alongside Danielle to make big picture decisions. In their free time they love to spend time with their family on the shores of Lake Michigan.

Denae facilitates our donor communication and relationships. She has previously worked in fundraising with the National FFA and the University of Wisconsin making her a wonderful addition to our team. She and her husband, Garrett, have 4 children. She is a gifted baker and an incredible mother.

Jami communicates and maintains relationships with our medical partners. She has previously worked as an OB nurse. Her previous work experience makes her an incredible asset to our team as we work to ensure families are well cared for at the time of diagnosis. Jami and her husband, Drew, have 2 children. She has one of the kindest souls and quite the green thumb.