In her nearly eight years at the helm of Community Food Bank, her passion for helping others sparked the development of several innovative programs, including the Culinary Center, the Food for Kids Backpack program and Senior Servings, which brings fresh produce to lower income senior housing communities.

Bradshaw says that working in the nonprofit community has not only heightened her awareness of the challenges our community faces, but also of our community’s generosity. Beyond that, Bradshaw also brings personal experience with eldercare issues. She understands first-hand the joys and challenges that often come as parents grow older. She became personally familiar with LIFE when the organization helped her navigate services while caring for her parents. “I will never forget how patient and helpful the LIFE staff was with me. They made such a difference in the lives of our family.”

Bradshaw is a native Tulsan and a graduate of Bishop Kelley High School. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from Knox College in Galesburg, Illinois. She and her husband Steve have three adult children and are presently sharing their empty nest with two rescue dogs and a cat.