meet the team

PRESIDENT

Jessica Hanna is a devoted mother of nine, including seven adopted children—her greatest joy and calling. Raised in a family deeply involved in foster care, she witnessed early on the impact of trauma on children and the power of stable, loving homes. After fostering for over a decade herself, Jessica has seen the lasting effects across generations and is passionate about helping children heal, thrive, and live joyful, productive lives. As co-founder of Fostering Change Washington, Jessica is committed to advocating for meaningful, systemic improvements in the foster care system. She is also the host of the Fostering Change podcast, Change the Story, where she amplifies the voices of those working tirelessly to protect and restore the lives of vulnerable children. 

VICE PRESIDENT

 Jennica Corry, a founding board member of Fostering Change Washington, is honored to rejoin the organization and support solutions-focused advocacy for children and families across the state. She brings experience in fundraising, membership development, and nonprofit governance, along with lived experience as a foster, adoptive, biological, and guardianship parent.

 Deeply committed to both her community and the well-being of children, Jennica is actively involved with local nonprofits, serves in her church, and homeschools her children.  Together with her husband, Chris, she seeks to live out God’s truth by caring for the vulnerable, promoting common-sense solutions, and upholding the value of the God-honoring family.

EXECUTIVE SECRETARY 

Robb Paul is a Yakima-based entrepreneur, husband and father, who brings both personal conviction and practical experience to his role as Executive Secretary of Fostering Change Washington. Raised in Spokane Valley and now raising two sons with his wife Jenn, Robb’s early involvement in pro-life advocacy  has shaped his enduring commitment to protecting vulnerable children and defending life.

His goal with Fostering Change is to raise awareness about the critical need for safe, supportive environments for foster and adoptive children. Robb is passionate about removing the barriers that make it harder for families to welcome children in need. He believes our children are our future—and our most valuable investment.

BOARD MEMBER

Brooke Lamberson, a member of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe, has spent over a decade alongside her husband, Nash, serving children in the foster care system. Together, they’ve built a vibrant, loving family of nine children and one grandchild—rooted in connection, care, and cultural values. Brooke holds a Bachelor’s in Education and a Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction with a focus on Trauma and Resilience. She brings this expertise to her work as a dedicated school teacher, advocating for trauma-informed practices that support the whole child. Beyond the classroom and her board role, Brooke enjoys camping, hiking, and making memories with her family. Her passion for advocacy  fuels her commitment to uplifting foster youth and pursuing systemic change.