RAY & KAY
ECKSTEIN CHARITABLE TRUST
TRUSTEES & STAFF

TRUSTEES
Five of Ray and Kay’s children currently serve as Trustees for the Ray & Kay Eckstein Charitable Trust. The Trustees are actively engaged in grant making, governance, and management decisions.

JOHN ECKSTEIN

CINDY ERICKSON ZANINOVICH

TERESA ECKSTEIN

SUE HOMRA

JOE ECKSTEIN
OUR STAFF

LAURIE LATHAM
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Laurie joined the Trust in August 2015. She has 30+ years of professional experience with careers in financial management; healthcare; community development; and foundation fundraising, operations and governance. She earned a B.S. degree and a M.B.A. from Murray State University. She is involved in various philanthropic, community, and civic organizations.

HEATHER JACKSON
GRANTS MANAGER
Heather joined the Trust in September 2012. She has 20+ years of professional experience in the financial services, gaming, and government contract arenas in management, auditing, and accounting. She earned a B.B.A. degree from the University of Kentucky. Heather is involved in various philanthropic organizations and clubs within the community.

GINA LEEPER
PROGRAM OFFICER
Gina joined the Trust in May 2018. She has over 25 years of public service working with numerous non-profits. She has extensive professional experience in donor relations, foundation fundraising, and business management. She earned a B.S. degree from Mid-Continent University. Gina is involved in various philanthropic organizations and clubs within the community.

OUR ADDRESS
Ray & Kay Eckstein Charitable Trust
4965 Village Square Drive – Suite A
P.O. Box 7606
Paducah, KY 42002-7606
CONTACT US
Office: 270-534-8930
Fax: 270-534-8940