Lister was born and raised in the rural villages of Kisii, Kenya and later immigrated to the United States. It wasn’t until she was an adult that Lister truly appreciated the positive effects of education on the health and economic welfare of both individuals and communities. She has since developed a passion for education and a desire to see children, especially those from impoverished environments, get a good education. Lister works as a forensic toxicologist in Santa Rosa, CA where she lives with her husband Edward (Mashaa) and their two young-adult children. Lister is the president and donor of strands of hope.
Edward (Mashaa) is the Secretary of Strands Of Hope. He works as a Utility Systems Supervisor for the City of Santa Rosa water department. He was born and raised in Nairobi, Kenya before immigrating to the United States. He lives with his wife Lister and their two young adult children in Santa Rosa, CA. Edward is a volunteer Director, Secretary, and donor of Strand's Of Hope.
