Our Kids Executive Director
For more than 30 years, Sue Fort White has mobilized resources for underserved populations, including victims of domestic violence, teens and families in crisis, children in foster care and families affected by child sexual abuse. Sue’s work at Our Kids starting in 2006 was a natural progression of her deep commitment to social justice and her desire to connect children and families with the services they need.
Started with Our Kids
2006
Skills
Sue is an experienced nonprofit and community leader with specialized skills in:
- Fund development
- Advocacy and ambassadorship
- Program development and promotion
- Coalition building
- Strategic planning
- Board development
- Community outreach
- Leadership development
Education and certifications
- Doctorate degree and masters of education in human development counseling from Peabody College at Vanderbilt University
- Bachelors degree in psychology and literature from the University of Tampa
Awards
- 2024: Spirit of Service Award – Harpeth Hall School
- 2013: Distinguished Alumni Award — Ensworth School
- 2010: YWCA Academy for Women of Achievement
- 2007: Hope Award — Tennessee Youth Advisory Council
- 2005: Human Relations Award — National Conference for Community and Justice