Founding Member
Mary Catherine Bunting
WEA Founding Member
A compassionate nurse and faith leader whose lifelong service embodies WEA’s mission of care and education.
Board of Directors
Betty Contino
WEA Chair, CEO
Chair of Executive & Governance Committee
A visionary leader who is dedicated to ensure every child in Baltimore has access to faith-based, high-quality education.
Steve Endres, CFO
Treasurer
Chair of Finance, Audit & Investment Committee
Gina Gracie
Vice President
Education Committee Member
A former educator and actuary whose passion for math and service fuels WEA’s school support initiatives.
Maureen Kalil
Marketing Chair
A communications professional and devoted advocate for children and Catholic education.
Jennie Faust
Events Chair
A dynamic organizer whose creativity and heart for service bring WEA’s community events to life.
Kathleen Fillipelli
Executive & Governance Committee Member
Chair of Education Committee
A celebrated Catholic school leader recognized for her lifetime commitment to faith-based education.
Katherine Lawler, Esq.
Secretary
Executive & Governance Committee Member
Mary Beth Lennon
Pam O’Neil
Education Committee Member
Finance, Audit & Investment Committee Member
A lifelong advocate for education and founder of Peer Education, inspiring generations of young learners.
Director Emeritus
Donna Easton
A communications strategist and community leader honored among Maryland’s Top 100 Women.
Jeanne Gildee
A financial services trailblazer empowering families and students through education and philanthropy.
Jean Halle
A seasoned executive bridging business innovation and educational excellence across sectors.
Sue Strom
A dedicated educator and literacy advocate shaping WEA’s reading and school support programs.