The Advocacy and Philanthropy team is responsible for providing unique and engaging philanthropy and advocacy opportunities for SAA members throughout the year. The team spearheads the fall canned food drive, plans the student event for Ducks Give, organizes river clean up opportunities, and works with our Government and Community Relations office to engage students in advocacy and opportunities to meet with lawmakers. Members of this team should have an interest in philanthropy, nonprofit organizations, advocacy, political science, government, and/or education.
Advocacy and Philanthropy Leaders
Ava O'Hara (she/her)
Director of Advocacy and Philanthropy
Class of 2025
Major: Accounting
Minor: Psychology
"Being a part of the SAA Leadership Team has allowed me to expand my personal and professional network while giving me a lot of good event planning experience!"
Maggie Darst (she/her)
Assistant Director of Advocacy and Philanthropy
Class of 2025
Major: Environmental Studies
Minor: Legal Studies and Food Studies
"The SAA has helped me connect with and support various nonprofits and charities in Eugene that directly benefit our community!"
Madison Doohen (she/her)
General Intern
Class of 2025
Major: Advertising
Minor: Entrepreneurship
"I love going to the UO football games and enjoying a stadium hot dog with my friends."
