Molly's Fund — Fighting Lupus

Molly McCabe co-founded Molly's Fund Fighting Lupus after being diagnosed with Lupus. She, her mother Debbie, and a group of committed volunteers are determined to improve the lives of people with Lupus through increased awareness, earlier diagnosis, and peer support. Molly spends much of her time communicating with Lupus patients to determine their most pressing needs...the needs Molly's Fund Fighting Lupus aims to fulfill.

Sharon Darcy has 30 years of experience establishing and running social service agencies. She worked with Debbie McCabe to create the Children's Justice Alliance, Potluck in the Park and the Children's Relief Nursery. Sharon enjoys cooking for the homeless, participating in political movements, and spending time with her daughter and grandson.

Shelley Darcy joined the Board to advocate for people dealing with the daily challenges of a disease that is still not taken seriously enough. When not volunteering with a number of local non-profits, she keeps herself busy with a 10 month old son, dog and cat.

Mary Lou Haas, retired Assistant Attorney General, brings decades of legal and volunteer experience to the Molly's Fund Board. The number of people in Mary Lou's life affected by lupus drives her commitment to the cause. She enjoys cooking, gardening, and spending time with her grandchildren.

Cathy Martine's years of experience in décor and design make her an invaluable asset to Serving Up Style. She is committed to raising awareness of Lupus through this annual signature event. Cathy, a mother of two and grandmother, enjoys spending time with her family, dancing, and beach combing.

Debbie McCabe has decades of experience in bringing together passionate people to make a difference in their community. She helped create the Children's Relief Nursery, Children's Justice Alliance, and Potluck in the Park. After her daughter, Molly, was diagnosed with Lupus, she began Molly's Fund Fighting Lupus. This organization is a way to bring awareness of Lupus and its impacts on people who have the disease and their families to the general public.

Sue Payseno believes in united people behind a cause. She joined the Board with the goal of increasing public awareness, adding resources, and ultimately finding a cure for Lupus. She enjoys entertaining, traveling, gardening, and spending time with her 17 nieces and nephews.

Dominique Roberts has established her career in event, logistic, and personnel management. When not working on Molly's Fund's annual signature event, Serving Up Style, she spends time with her teenage son and 25-year- old cat. You can find her on the beach reading, doing yoga, or surfing the Oregon coast.

Pamela Steinkamp is dedicated to advocating for improvements within the medical system. She joined Molly's Fund Fighting Lupus to act as an agent of change and help those affected by Lupus. She enjoys spending her free time dancing, hiking, and beach combing.

Diana Strom enjoys helping others lead healthier, happier, and more fulfilled lives. Her imagination helps bolster not only Serving Up Style, but the organization as a whole. She is wonderfully creative; her talents include painting, design jewelry, and photography.

Michael Stueve is a registered architect and has worked in the Portland design community for 15 years. His portfolio ranges from luxury homes to restaurants to corporate offices. He joined Molly's Fund last year to bring his experience of marketing non-profits to this worthy cause.