Our Board of Directors
Board of Directors
Shawn Fischer
TFR Board Chair
Molly Botsford
TFR Board Member
Darlene Gallinger-Long
TFR Board Member
Disability Benefits Analyst, The Standard Insurance Company
Darlene is an analyst for The Standard Insurance Company who also has nearly ten years of experience working in mortgage lending. Darlene’s professional experience provides her with strong skills in risk assessment, financial analysis and thorough knowledge of working within guidelines.
In addition to her volunteer and fundraising efforts at the schools her children attend, Darlene serves as a volunteer for other non-profit organizations such as Big Brothers Big Sisters, and she also works as a volunteer teacher at her church. She has previous experience working as secretary for a Homeowner’s Association.
In her personal experience as a foster parent, Darlene has witnessed first-hand how families face substantial challenges in their journey to reunite through the foster care system. By serving on the Board of Directors of The Family Room, Darlene is committing her talents toward increasing the likelihood that children living in foster care can be successfully reunited with their birth parents. Darlene has joined the Board for TFR in 2021.
Krystal Seeley
TFR Board Member
Real Estate Broker, The Lark Realty Group
Krystal began her journey in April 2018 as a Real Estate Broker. With her drive and networking, she has grown her own business from a strong client base.
Krystal is one of only a few bilingual Spanish-speaking real estate agents in our area. She enjoys being part of the entire real estate buying and selling process.
In her “free time,” she is a mother of two, wife, dog mom, and an active member of her church.
David Wardell
TFR Board Member
Recruiter
Dave is a native Oregonian and lives in SE Portland with his wife and youngest son. He has a son and daughter at OSU as well. Dave has been a career recruiter since the late 90’s. He first got involved with non-profit boards when his kids were playing youth soccer. He served on one of the largest youth soccer boards in Oregon and the last five years served as president. His experience on that board was rewarding and he wished to continue serving in that way. After hearing about The Family Room at church he approached one of our current board members and asked to learn more. He is excited to help with The Family Room and support the organization to help it continue to impact our family reunification mission.
Jessica Johnson
TFR Board Secretary
Drug and Alcohol Counselor
Jessica’s journey with The Family Room has been multifaceted and deeply personal. Initially, she engaged with TFR as a parent, benefiting from the organization’s support during a critical period of reuniting and bonding with her children. Her experiences during this time were transformative, not only in her role as a mother but also in her overall personal development. The compassionate assistance from TFR staff played a significant part in her journey, leaving her with a lasting sense of gratitude and a desire to give back.
Furthering her connection with TFR, Jessica participated as an intern through the Bachelor of Social Work program at Portland State University. In this role, she offered heartfelt support to parents navigating the complexities of family reunification, including dealing with the Department of Human Services, court mandates, and treatment requirements. Her unique perspective, shaped by her own experiences, added immense value to her contributions in this role.
Today, Jessica continues her dedication to TFR as the Board Secretary. Her holistic view, informed by her personal and professional experiences, is invaluable in guiding the organization’s mission. Jessica’s commitment to TFR is unwavering, driven by her deep appreciation for the organization’s impact on her life and her ongoing desire to contribute to this meaningful cause.
