Member Type: Staff
April first learned about Bags of Fun when her kids did the annual Gabby Krause Swim-A-Thon at their neighborhood pool. The more she learned about the organization and the incredible community that supported it, the more she knew she had to become involved. She started volunteering by stuffing and delivering bags to co-chairing Bring out the Bags for several years. She has 20+ years of graphic design experience and is so proud to be part of such an amazing organization.
April was born and raised in Ohio but has lived in Colorado since 2001 with her husband, Matt. She is the mom of 2 kids, Henry and Gracie, and has been very involved in the Cherry Creek school district and community since they were young. She loves going to her kid’s sporting events and activities, walking her dog Bailey and traveling to visit friends and family.
Try to be a rainbow in someone’s cloud
– Maya Angelou
Kelly Fallin has been an active supporter of Bags of Fun since 2008. Friends of the Rudden family since high school, she enjoyed attending various Bags of Fun events with her family for years. She became more involved by volunteering to help with the annual Bring out the Bags fundraiser and is now a proud team member. Now with firsthand, personal experience, she believes strongly in our mission and hopes to grow and expand the Bags of Fun program in Colorado, so that every child fighting a life- threatening disease or condition receives a Bag of Fun. Kelly works with the local community, Corporate Sponsors, Foundations and Individual Donors to increase the scope and awareness of our wonderful program. Her roles include running the annual charity golf tournament, grant and corporate outreach, grant writing, social media marketing, Bring out the Bags sponsorship and event planning, community event assistance and really whatever is thrown her way.
Kelly is a busy mom to her 2 children. She enjoys time with her large extended family, tennis, golf, spin, skiing and travel.
“We cannot direct the wind, but we can adjust the sails.” – Dolly Parton
Tammy Rudden Krause, a Denver native, is the driving force behind Bags of Fun, a non-profit dedicated to bringing joy and relief to children battling cancer and other long-term illnesses. Guided by a commitment to compassion, integrity, and quality, Tammy ensures that every aspect of the organization reflects these values. As Gabby’s devoted mother, Tammy’s journey with Bags of Fun is deeply personal and driven by love and compassion.
With a genuine care for the community, Tammy responds to the needs of children facing illness, fostering respect and support for their journey. She believes in building relationships based on trust and honesty, holding herself and the organization to the highest standards of integrity.
Tammy is dedicated to providing intentional and impactful experiences for recipients, donors, and volunteers alike. She cherishes the time spent with her family, whether it’s cheering on her kids at activities or enjoying outdoor adventures like Pickleball and poker.
Her wish is to extend the reach of Bags of Fun, ensuring that its transformative impact reaches every child in need.