Ashley Plaga

Ashley is a member of DRK’s Communications team, responsible for data-driven storytelling and overseeing the Foundation’s annual publications, including the Annual Report and One Pager Book. She leads DRK’s data collection initiatives and plays a key role in shaping the Foundation’s external communications strategies, ensuring alignment with its mission and impact. Ashley serves on DRK’s Annual Retreat planning team, leading the organization and execution of the event each year. She also manages DRK’s internship program, overseeing recruitment, opportunities, and intern development.

Before joining DRK in 2015, Ashley was the Communications Manager at the Seattle Foundation, where she worked to expand educational and economic opportunities for low-skilled and low-income adults through the SkillUp WA program. Ashley is a passionate animal advocate with a strong commitment to animal welfare. Outside of her professional work, she supports several local animal advocacy agencies helping to support and advance initiatives that protect and care for animals. Ashley holds an MPA focused on nonprofits and a BA in communications.