Elena Marsh
Executive Director — former emergency-response coordinator with 15 years in the field across three continents.
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About usCompassion, organized for lasting change
Larkspur Relief Fund connects caring donors with rigorously vetted programs — and reports back on every dollar.
Our mission
Education and dignity for every community
We prioritize education, health, and emergency relief — the foundations that let individuals empower themselves and uplift their communities. Every program we fund is chosen for measurable outcomes and long-term sustainability.
- 92% of public donations go directly to program work
- Independent audits published every year
- Local partners lead every project on the ground
Our vision
A world where empathy enables everyone to thrive
We imagine thriving villages with full classrooms, clean water, and resilient forests — built by neighbors, funded by strangers who care, and sustained for generations. We work through trusted neighbours on the ground, so results outlast our funding.
$12M+raised for relief programs
48active projects worldwide
320klives touched since 2016
92%of funds reach the field
Leadership
Guided by experience, driven by heart
Our small core team coordinates a global network of field partners, auditors, and volunteers.
David Okafor
Director of Programs — oversees school-building and health initiatives, and leads partner vetting worldwide.
Priya Nair
Head of Transparency — publishes our audits and impact reports, so every donor sees exactly what changed.