Four former Presidents and four former First Ladies have joined us as partners in this effort, bringing Americans together in the common purpose of offering safety to those in need of refuge from war, violence, and persecution.
Our Leadership
Our mission is to unleash the desire and capacity of people across America to welcome newcomers and help them thrive.
Welcome.US Leaders
Nazanin Ash
Chief Executive Officer
Anya McMurray
President & COO
Cecilia Muñoz
Co-Chair
John Bridgeland
Co-Chair
Krista Kartson
VP, Community Building and Engagement
Monna Kashfi
VP, Content & Communications
Kari McDonough
VP, Partnerships and Senior Advisor of Welcome Fund
Jenny Raymond
VP, Technology and Innovation
Honorary Co-chairs
President Barack Obama
Michelle Obama
President George W. Bush
Laura Bush
President Bill Clinton
Secretary Hillary Clinton
President Jimmy Carter
(2021-2024)
Rosalynn Carter
(2021-2023)
