Kellie Tamra Gaither, MBA

Kellie Gaither is a Maryland native and President-Elect for the Junior League of Annapolis, MD. She joined in 2017 and has made significant contributions in various leadership roles. Kellie chaired both the Gala and Financial Strategies Committees and was active in the Community Impact and Communications Committees. She was a member of the inaugural DEIB Task Force, where she contributed to the creation of JLA's mission statement adoption. On the Board, she has served as At-Large Director, Secretary-Elect, and Financial Resources Director. Kellie received the JLA President's Award in 2022 for her outstanding contributions to JLA. In the 2024-25 league year, she is actively laying the foundation for Advocacy for 2025-26. 

Professionally, Kellie serves as COO for the City of Refuge Baltimore, a non-profit Resilience Hub that helps individuals and families transition out of crisis. They primarily serve neighborhoods impacted by industrial pollution, aligning with Kellie’s passion for environmental justice. As a facilitator for a special initiative with the Global Peace Foundation, Kellie delivers instruction to cadets at the Baltimore City Police Academy focused on humanity and sensitivity. 

As a dedicated community leader and organizer, Kellie worked on several Environmental Justice workgroups and task forces, which led to her appointment to the Commission on Environmental Justice and Sustainable Communities (CEJSC) by the Maryland Senate President. The Commission analyzes the impact of state laws, regulations, and policies on the equitable treatment and protection of communities threatened by environmental hazards, identifying areas in need of immediate attention. 

Kellie is also highly engaged in community development and service through her nonprofit board service, serving as Vice President of the Greater Baybrook Alliance, dedicated to neighborhood revitalization and Treasurer of the Baybrook Revitalization Fund, which helps foster economic growth by providing financial and community development services to underserved businesses, organizations, and residents. Additionally, Kellie serves as Secretary of the Community of Curtis Bay Association, an organization committed to building a healthy, stable, and resilient community. 

She supports women's empowerment through volunteering with Drink At The Well, helping women recognize their value while learning to build and sustain themselves. She is also a member of Maryland Legislative Agenda for Women (MLAW) and the League of Women Voters of Anne Arundel County (LWV), furthering her commitment to advocacy and empowerment for women. 

Kellie holds a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Masters of Business Administration.