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Our Leadership

The leadership of the Dynamic Urban Opportunities Foundation is comprised of dedicated women who are members of Delta Upsilon Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®️, united by a shared commitment to service, scholarship, and community impact. Together, they bring professional expertise, leadership experience, and a deep passion for uplifting women, youth, and communities of color throughout the Puget Sound region.

As officers and trustees of the Foundation, this team serves as thoughtful stewards of DUOF’s mission, guiding the organization with integrity, accountability, and vision. Grounded in a legacy of service that spans more than six decades, DUOF’s leadership works collaboratively to ensure that the Foundation’s programs and partnerships create meaningful, lasting opportunities for the communities we serve.

Meet The Team

DUOF Officers & Executive Board

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Brenda Vassar

DUOF President

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Melanie Curry

DUOF Vice President

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Nyjat Rose-Akins

DUOF Treasurer

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Patricia Washington

DUOF Financial Secretary

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Teri Ward

DUOF Secretary

DUOF's Executive Board consists of DUOF OFFICERS and members of
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®️ Delta Upsilon Omega Chapter Executive Committee

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Saunjah Brantley

President, Delta Upsilon Omega

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Quanetta West

Vice President, Delta Upsilon Omega

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Patricia Hunter

Treasurer, Delta Upsilon Omega

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Amber Jones

Fundraising Committee Chairman

Trustees

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Cynthia Abrams

Trustee

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Maya Dillard

Trustee

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Phyllis Dixson-Lowe

Trustee

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Yolanda Grimes

Trustee

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Adrienne Holmes

Trustee

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La Shanda Hurst

Trustee - Scholarship Chairman

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Kimberly Keys

Trustee

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Youlanda McClellon

Trustee

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Thiia Robinson

Trustee

Confident Professional Woman

Dr. Tysha Tolfree

Trustee

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Vivian Jackson

Trustee

P.O. Box 28461

Seattle, WA 98118

Email: DUOFIncOrg@gmail.com

© 2026 Dynamic Urban Opportunities Foundation

Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization. Tax I.D. Number: 20-4565591  

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