PPSM is a Minnesota, non-profit organization run by volunteer members and a functioning board.
We make an impact through the support of our community volunteers and donations.
Meet the PPSM Board
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Kristine Lynam, LICSW, PMH-C
She/Her
Board Chair
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Celleste Schnellbach, LMFT, PMH-C
She/Her
Vice Chair
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MacKenzie Kampa, DNP, APRN
She/Her
Acting Treasurer
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Mira Cummins, LICSW, PMH-C
She/Her
Treasurer
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Anna Barlage, LMFT
She/Her
Secretary
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Lindsey Hanka, RN
She/Her
Board Member
Join PPSM’s Board of Directors
We are in a unique period of growth and have some vacant board seats that we’d love to fill with a diverse set of life experiences, perspectives, and skills.
Keep reading to learn about how we work as a board, the current work we’re doing, and to apply if you think you’d be a good fit.
Pregnancy and Postpartum Support Minnesota (PPSM) is a statewide non-profit committed to raising awareness, providing support, training and advocacy for perinatal mental health conditions.
We aim to ensure that no Minnesotan moves through their pregnancy and postpartum journey alone.
Our board is a working board and any of our programs such as membership, training, or the resource directory are 100% volunteer-led and supported by board members. Much of the board work will include setting up infrastructure and strategic planning as well as leading community assessment efforts through survey and focus groups.
If this sounds exciting to you, we’d love to have you join us!
We’re seeking individuals who bring one or more of the following perspectives or skills:
Dads, LGBTQIA+ partners
Diverse racial or ethnic backgrounds
Diverse socio-economic backgrounds
Residency outside the metro area
Varied paths to parenthood
Lived experience
Speaks more than one language
Work in perinatal fields (doula, medical providers, prescribers, peer support)
and/or have experience in:
Accounting/Finance
Experience on a Non-profit board
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA)
Grantwriting
Marketing or Advertising
Legal Services
Social Media or Communications & More!
Responsibilities of Board Members
A commitment to our mission, vision, and values
Active engagement in serving as ambassadors of the organization through fundraising, building partnerships and awareness efforts
Participation in strategic and organizational planning and training
Ability to read and understand financial statements and annual budget
Prepare for, attend and participate in monthly board meetings
Actively commit 6 - 10 hours per month to the organization; hours increase with executive team involvement.
Interested in learning more?
Apply now or email us at admin@ppsupportmn.org.
History + Legacy
Pregnancy & Postpartum Support MN (PPSM) began in 2006 when Suzanne Swanson, PhD, a St. Paul psychologist, formed the group with other area mental health professionals with a passion for helping moms and families. The group created the first resource list specific to perinatal mental health. In 2015, PPSM became the Minnesota State Chapter for Postpartum Support International (PSI).
We provide support, advocacy, + awareness. We are a volunteer-led organization paving the way for perinatal mental health and setting the standard for competent perinatal care in Minnesota.
Healing happens in connection.
Share your story.
Do you have a pregnancy or postpartum story that you are willing to share? Did you experience a PMAD or receive help from PPSM? We’d love to feature your story on our site to help remove isolation and help build a community of solidarity and connection. Share here.