Uplift Her was founded on the belief that every woman deserves access to support, no matter her circumstances. We aim to fill the gap left by traditional aid, ensuring that women get the help they need to thrive.

Our Board of Directors

  • Jenny Chandler

    President & Executive Director

    In addition to creating Uplift Her, Jenny is the dynamic owner of Simple Desk and the visionary behind the Brazen Business Collective, a vibrant community and membership platform dedicated to supporting women entrepreneurs. Brazen Women offers a wealth of resources.

    A single mother with a compelling personal story of overcoming adversity, Jenny is dedicated to uplifting women financially, emotionally, mentally, and physically. Her work reflects a deep commitment to helping women find their purpose, achieve success, and build resilient, joyful lives.

  • Melanie Macdonald

    Vice President

    Melanie has spent close to 30 years working within the funeral industry. She was a teenager when she started as a co-op student at a local funeral home and is a graduate of Loyalist College and Humber College. Training in Toronto and then settling down within her home area, she has spent 22 years working as a funeral director at Weaver Family Funeral Homes. Her career has provided her with many rewarding opportunities within her community, and given her the ability to volunteer for many local organizations.

    She currently serves as a Board of Director for the Ontario Funeral Service Association, representing independently owned and operated funeral homes within Ontario. With all of her career accomplishments, her pride and joy remain within her home. She looks forward to spending time with her husband, children and their families and has worked hard over the years to find the balance between her career and her home life. 

  • Gail Morrison

    Treasurer

    As a Realtor for over 10 years, Gail commits to providing excellence and expertise to her buyers and sellers to bring them peace of mind on the decision for their home. She wants to ensure you are achieving the best possible financial outcome through market and negotiation expertise.

    Gail commits to continuing to build and nurture relationships past the closing date. and being a positive and trustworthy representative in the industry by supporting her community and local businesses/entrepreneurs.

    She also endeavours to support those in need either financially or through awareness.