Welcome to the Gatehouse Foundation!
Welcome to the Gatehouse Foundation!
Gatehouse Foundation is dedicated to strengthening recovery-centered spaces, programs, and resources that help individuals and families affected by substance use disorders build stable, healthy, and fulfilling lives.
We believe recovery thrives through connection, belonging, and community support. By investing in organizations, programs, and initiatives that expand recovery services, we help create opportunities for people to develop the skills, relationships, and stability needed for lasting recovery.
Our work begins with supporting a permanent home for the Olympia Alano Club, but our vision extends far beyond a single project. Gatehouse Foundation is building a network of recovery-focused resources that foster hope, dignity, resilience, and long term well-being throughout our community.
On May 12, 1935, two men struggling with alcoholism met for the first time in the gatehouse of the Seiberling Estate in Akron, Ohio. Those men—Bill Wilson and Dr. Bob Smith—would later become the founders of Alcoholics Anonymous.
In that quiet, welcoming space, they shared their experiences, discovered common ground, and found hope through connection and mutual support. What began as a conversation became the foundation of a movement that has helped millions of people around the world.
Gatehouse Foundation draws inspiration from that historic moment. We believe recovery flourishes when people have access to safe, supportive spaces where they can build relationships, find encouragement, and strengthen their connection to community.
The name Gatehouse Foundation honors the power of connection, belonging, and hope—and reflects our commitment to creating opportunities that support lasting recovery.
Gatehouse Foundation is guided by a volunteer board committed to strengthening recovery resources and community support throughout Thurston County and surrounding areas.
Beth Rogers is the founder and president of the Gatehouse Foundation. She has been an active member of the recovery community for more than 20 years and has dedicated her career to helping individuals and families affected by substance use disorders.
A U.S. Army veteran and Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Beth holds a master’s degree in counseling and has worked as a substance use disorder treatment provider. She currently works with incarcerated youth and has spent more than 25 years supporting people as they navigate challenges and build healthier lives. Throughout her career, she has also served on several nonprofit boards.
Beth founded the Gatehouse Foundation with the vision of strengthening the recovery community by creating opportunities for connection, support, and belonging. She believes that safe, welcoming spaces can change lives and is committed to helping ensure that future generations have access to the resources and community that support lasting recovery.
Judy Hennessey serves as the Gatehouse Foundation’s Volunteer Coordinator, where she helps recruit, organize, and support volunteers who make the Foundation’s work possible.
Judy brings a diverse background in healthcare, administration, and consulting. She holds degrees in nursing, health information management, and public administration, and her career has included roles as a registered nurse, admissions and insurance coordinator for a rehabilitation center, and consultant with a large international consulting firm. Throughout her career, she developed strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills that continue to serve the Foundation.
In retirement, Judy remains committed to giving back to her community. She believes volunteers are essential to building a strong organization and is proud to support the Gatehouse Foundation’s mission of strengthening recovery resources throughout Thurston County.
Matthew Hayward serves on the Gatehouse Foundation Board of Directors, supporting the organization’s marketing, communications, fundraising, and grant development efforts.
With a background in campaign strategy, communications, and large-scale public outreach, Matthew brings experience in helping organizations connect with the people, partnerships, and resources needed to achieve meaningful results. His work focuses on building awareness, strengthening community relationships, and communicating the Foundation’s mission in ways that inspire engagement and support.
Matthew is passionate about helping the Gatehouse Foundation grow its impact and secure the resources needed to create lasting opportunities for people in recovery. He believes that strong partnerships and community involvement are key to building a brighter future for individuals and families throughout the South Sound.
Judith Irene Lewis serves as Secretary of the Gatehouse Foundation Board of Directors, where she supports the organization’s governance and operations.
After a successful career with The Boeing Company, Judith retired and has continued her lifelong commitment to community service. She holds a Master of Science in Genetics from Washington State University and has served in leadership roles with several community organizations, including as president of her neighborhood association. She currently volunteers with Olympia Area Village and serves as Treasurer for the South Sound National Organization for Women.
Judith joined the Gatehouse Foundation because she believes every person deserves access to a safe, welcoming place where recovery can flourish. She is proud to support an organization that is working to strengthen the recovery community for years to come.
Lori Dolan serves as Treasurer of the Gatehouse Foundation, providing financial leadership and helping build the organization’s long-term sustainability.
Lori is an accomplished finance and accounting executive with extensive experience in auditing, corporate financial operations, governance, and organizational leadership. Throughout her career, she has helped organizations strengthen financial controls, improve operational effectiveness, manage risk, and support strategic decision-making. She is recognized for building collaborative relationships, leading organizational improvement, and maintaining strong financial stewardship.
Lori joined the Gatehouse Foundation because she believes a strong financial foundation is essential to creating lasting community impact. She is committed to developing the financial systems and governance practices that will support the Foundation’s growth and help advance its mission of strengthening recovery resources throughout Thurston County.
Judy Lantor serves as the Gatehouse Foundation’s liaison to the Olympia Alano Club, helping strengthen the partnership between the two organizations.
Judy has been part of the Olympia recovery community since attending her first meeting at the Olympia Alano Club in 1981. She currently serves on the Alano Club Board of Directors and has witnessed the club relocate five times over the years. Those experiences have reinforced her belief that the community deserves a permanent, welcoming home where people in recovery can find fellowship, support, and hope.
Judy is passionate about helping the Gatehouse Foundation secure a permanent location for the Olympia Alano Club and believes that creating stable spaces for connection can have a lasting impact on individuals, families, and the broader community.
For decades, members of the Gatehouse Foundation Board have been part of the recovery community in Olympia and throughout Thurston County. Together, we’ve witnessed people rebuild their lives, restore relationships, find purpose, and discover hope they once thought was lost.
What we’ve learned is that recovery is about much more than abstinence. It’s about connection.
Whether through our own recovery journeys, our families, our professions, or our service to the community, we’ve seen how meaningful relationships and a sense of belonging can change lives. We’ve seen people find acceptance, encouragement, and hope simply by walking through the doors of a welcoming recovery community.
Over the years, we’ve seen the difference those connections make. People are more likely to thrive when they have a safe place to gather, opportunities to build meaningful relationships, and a community that believes in them.
That’s why we created the Gatehouse Foundation.
Our mission is to strengthen the recovery community throughout Thurston County and beyond by creating opportunities for connection, support, and lasting hope. Today, that work begins with helping secure a permanent home for the Olympia Alano Club. Tomorrow, it may take many different forms. But our purpose remains the same: helping people find the community and support that make recovery possible.
We believe every person deserves a place where they are welcomed, valued, and encouraged to keep moving forward. That belief inspires our work, guides our decisions, and is at the heart of the Gatehouse Foundation.
