Natalie Love will soon take over as executive director at the Green River Area Down Syndrome Association. She replaces Britt Cobb, who is stepping down from the position on April 5.
Love has served on the nonprofit’s board for more than a year and has been a long-time supporter. Her mother was a long-time board member, passing her passion for helping others down to her daughter.
After joining the board last year, Love immediately began making her presence known by assisting with Buddy Walk, World Down Syndrome Day, social media, marketing, and anywhere else she could.
“After Britt announced to the board she was resigning, I felt a tug at my heart that I could lead this organization,” Love said. “I can truly say with great honesty this is a position I have dreamed about. Being the executive director will allow me to leverage my expertise to further the impactful initiatives already in place and to explore new avenues for growth and advancement.”
Cobb said Love brings youth and vitality to GRADSA, along with a commitment to collaboration and unity.
Love said she wants to work closely with GRADSA families from all 7 counties they serve to harness collective strengths and drive meaningful change.
“I am genuinely excited about the opportunities that lie ahead for us as we embark on this journey together,” Love said. “We will continue to celebrate the achievements of our individuals with Down syndrome, educate our communities on the importance of inclusion and acceptance, and advocate tirelessly for a world where everyone is valued and empowered.”
Cobb is graciously passing the torch to Love after nearly 2 years of service to the organization. She is committed to ensuring a smooth transition and will work hand-in-hand with Love until her resignation goes into effect.
“Working with GRADSA and its dedicated team has been an incredibly rewarding experience,” Cobb said. “I am proud of the progress we have made together in supporting individuals with Down syndrome and their families.”
During Cobb’s tenure, the nonprofit saw its annual Buddy Walk reach record attendance, established new programs, and expanded its medical outreach initiatives. She expressed her gratitude to the executive board, volunteers, families, individuals she served, and everyone involved with GRADSA for their support, dedication, and commitment to the mission.
“I believe in the continued success of GRADSA and its mission, and I have every confidence that the organization will thrive under new leadership and our hard-working board of directors,” she said. “I look forward to following its progress and supporting its future endeavors as a proud advocate and friend.”
GRADSA’s mission is to enable families enriched with the Down syndrome connection to share resources, build friendships, and advocate for the future of individuals with Down syndrome. They have an office off KY 54 in Owensboro, which doubles as a program achievement center. They serve the counties of Daviess, Hancock, Henderson, McLean, Ohio, Union, and Webster.
Visit GRADSA’s website here to learn more.
