Ciara Wolfe, Vice President of Philanthropy
‍ciara.wolfe@yellowstoneclub.com

As Vice President of Philanthropy, Ciara is responsible for the strategic vision of the Foundation and oversees its several initiatives. She works with the Foundation’s Board of Directors and  Advisors, along with leaders of other Big Sky Foundations, the Resort Area Tax District, and local business and community leaders, to identify and address immediate and long-term community needs. With more than 20 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, Ciara has been with the Foundation since 2020. 

Ciara has spent her entire career creating partnerships that cultivate community impact, alongside a successful business track record of scaling both small and large-scale national nonprofit organizations into healthy and sustainable organizations. Most recently,  Ciara served as the CEO for the Big Sky Community Organization, leading them to accomplish a $20 million capital campaign and the community’s largest project, BASE- a Community Center.

Ciara holds a B.S. in Earth Science from Montana State University, an M.S. in Not-for-Profit Management from Regis University, a Certified Fundraising Executive Certification, and  Organizational Leadership Certification. Ciara has also served on several not-for-profit boards.

Ciara resides in Big Sky, MT, with her husband and two children and has called Southwest Montana home for 19 years.

Mandy Patriarche, Director of Operations
mandy.patriarche@yellowstoneclub.com

As Director of Operations, Mandy oversees the day-to-day operations of the Foundation. She works closely with staff to implement efficient systems to maximize the Foundations productivity and performance. 
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A career-long nonprofit veteran, Mandy has enjoyed a variety of roles from fundraising, marketing and communications, outreach, and operations at Special Olympics Montana and the Montana State University Athletic Department. She also serves as a board member for the Montana Raptor Conservation Center.
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Mandy received her bachelor’s degree in Communications and Sports Management from Heidelberg University in Tiffin, Ohio. She also holds a Certificate in Nonprofit Administration from the University of Montana. 

During her summers in college, she worked in Yellowstone National Park and fell in love with the surrounding area. Mandy has called the Gallatin Valley home for more than 19 years. She enjoys hiking, skiing, camping and birding with her husband Jeff and their dog Ember.

Ryan Rodriguez, Senior Program Officer
Ryan.Rodriguez@yellowstoneclub.com

As the Senior Program Officer Ryan oversees the Foundation's community investments, including grantmaking, scholarships, sponsorships, and capacity-building programming.

Ryan brings a wealth of expertise from his tenure at the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta, where he began as the Grants Manager, managing $140M in annual grantmaking, as well as the implementation of scholarship and grant systems. He also established data governance practices to assess the impact and effectiveness of grant programs. Most recently, Ryan led the creation of the Foundation’s Learning and Development function and its strategic learning initiatives, including designing and delivering training across grant programs and processes.

Before his time with the Atlanta Community Foundation, Ryan spent 16 years with The Coca-Cola Company, where he developed his passion for philanthropy through the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. There, he managed the application, selection, and evaluation processes for over 100,000 scholarship requests annually, overseeing $3M+ in awards each year. With over 24 years of experience in grantmaking and programming, Ryan’s expertise and passion will be an incredible asset to our team as we continue to deepen our impact and serve our community.

Having recently relocated to the Big Sky community with his son Adrian and their dog Peanut, Ryan will act as the direct liaison for our Big Sky-based community partners.

Anne Martin, Associate Director of Donor Relations
Anne.martin@yellowstoneclub.com‍

Anne Martin joined the Foundation team in 2023 as the Associate Director of Donor Relations. In her role, Anne supports and cultivates donor and fundraising events for the Foundation.

Anne is excited to be back working in the Big Sky community, coming full circle from her time as a lifty at Big Sky Resort during the summer of 2014. Since her time at Swifty Lift, Anne has spent the last eight years in the nonprofit sector in operations and development for both local and national NPOs.

Originally from Whitefish, Montana, Anne is passionate about community and having a positive impact on her home (and favorite) state. She is a proud alumna of the University of New Hampshire, with a degree in Recreation Management and Policy, and a former UNH Wildcat Nordic Ski Team member.

Anne lives in Bozeman with her husband, Alex, and their adventure pups, Vinny the Vizsla and Wylie the Weimaraner.

Tanya Andreasen, Program Officer
tanya.andreasen@yellowstoneclub.com

As Program Officer at the Foundation, Tanya manages a portfolio of grantmaking programs that align with the Foundation’s vision to cultivate thriving communities in the greater Big Sky region.  

Passionate about leveraging the collective impact of diverse partners to address community issues, Tanya has worked more than 25 years in nonprofits and local governments as a community engagement specialist, a direct service provider, and community leader.  

Tanya holds B.A.s in Rural Development and Spanish from the University of Wyoming, a Certfication of Adult Education, and a Master of Public Administration from Montana State University.

Having grown up in Montana, Tanya brings to her work a deep understanding of this beautiful place and the people who live, work, and play here.  

Lindsey Putnam, Administrative Coordinator
lindsey.putnam@yellowstoneclub.com

As the Administrative Coordinator, Lindsey is responsible for assisting the team to reach the Foundation’s goals, which include supporting donor relations, community partnerships & scholarships, and Foundation programming.

With an extensive background in childcare, Lindsey hopes to create a better future for children and families living in the Big Sky community. Lindsey received her bachelor’s degree in Community Health and Human Development from Montana State University.

In 2010, Lindsey came to Big Sky to spend a winter in the snow and ended up making it home. In her free time, Lindsey enjoys spending time with her family, skiing, and reading.

Ashley Nye, Big Sky Thrift Retail Manager
ashley.nye@yellowstoneclub.com

As Manager of Big Sky Thrift, Ashley oversees the donations, staff, marketing, and the daily operations of the store, advocating for reusing and recycling clothing.

Growing up in Marblehead, Massachusetts, Ashley has spent most of her life on the water and in the mountains. She has a deep passion for being engaged and volunteering in small communities. She spent most of her summers commercial lobstering and Launch Driving at Boston Yacht Club.

Ashley received her bachelor’s degree in business management from Westminster University in Salt Lake City, Utah. After spending four years in Utah, she felt a deep connection to Mountain Towns and relocated to Big Sky, Montana in 2022. Ashley has worked at the Yellowstone Club for the past 4 years in Concierge and Retail. She now brings a retail background to YCCF and a deeper understanding of the Big Sky community.

When she is not boating, fishing, or skiing she enjoys exploring all Montana has to offer through hiking and camping trips.

Dylan Manka, Big Sky Thrift Sales Assistant

Dylan joined the Big Sky Thrift team in 2025 originally as a volunteer before transitioning into a staff role as a Retail Associate in 2026. In her current role she helps with daily operations and organization within the store.
A lifelong resident of Big Sky, Dylan possesses a deep understanding and appreciation of her hometown. Dylan is especially passionate about the intersection between local philanthropy and environmental sustainability in the Big Sky Community.
Drawing from her past experience in retail, Dylan brings new perspective and developing ideas to Big Sky Thrift. As a high school senior, she is proud to balance her academic goals with her commitment to Big Sky Thrift. When she is not at the thrift, Dylan can be found skiing the slopes of lone mountain, golfing, and camping in the surrounding area.