Whitney Johnson

Database and Donor Stewardship Administrator

I save land because I believe in creating sustainable, community-centered impact that benefits both people and the environment. Land conservation is one of the most vital causes we can champion for future generations, and I am passionate about building strategic, long-term solutions that foster environmental sustainability and community well-being.

Whitney Johnson is the Database and Donor Stewardship Administrator at Big Waters Land Trust. In this role, she manages the organization’s donor database, ensuring the accuracy of records, gift processing, and reporting. She also oversees donor stewardship efforts, including acknowledgments and engagement strategies that build lasting relationships with supporters. Whitney uses data-driven insights to support fundraising campaigns and donor retention, bridging technology and human connection to drive meaningful impact.

With a strong background in nonprofit leadership, program management, and community development, Whitney brings a strategic, mission-driven approach to her work. Her passion for conservation is deeply rooted in her personal experiences—spending time outdoors with her family and dogs, traveling to natural landscapes, and fostering a lifelong appreciation for the balance between development and stewardship.

Outside of work, Whitney enjoys reading to her daughter, exploring nature with her dogs, and traveling with her family.

Big Waters Staff

Whitney Johnson

Database and Donor Stewardship Administrator

Nilyana rodriguez

Digital Content & Design Specialist

Lee Amos

Land Stewardship Manager

Shalla Ashworth

Director of Philanthropy

Tianna Boswell-Porter

Tianna Boswell-Porter

Marketing and Events Manager

Connie Brown

Connie Brown

Director of Community Engagement

Pam Brownell

Pam Brownell

Chief of Staff

Sarah Denison Williams

Sarah Denison Williams

Community Education Manager

Esmeralda Figueras

Land Steward

Michael Greatchus

Executive Assistant

Christine Johnson

Christine Johnson

President

Brooke Langston

Director of Land Protection

Dawn Lansing

Dawn Lansing

Development Officer

Sam Peterson

Sam Peterson

Bay Preserve Site Manager

Robyn Powell

Robyn Powell

Controller

Sarah Rubin

Youth Education Manager

Sam Valentin

Sam Valentin

Director of Marketing and Events