Mason Health Foundation is proud to announce the appointment of Vickie Nuñez to its Board of Directors. A longtime Mason County resident and dedicated community advocate, Nuñez brings more than two decades of experience in finance, real estate and volunteer leadership to the Foundation’s mission of supporting local health care.
Born and raised in McCleary, Nuñez has deep roots in the region. After graduating from Elma High School, she began her career at Simpson Credit Union (now OURCU), where she worked for 23 years before transitioning into the mortgage industry in 2001. She moved to Shelton in 2003 and currently works at Guild Mortgage, where she partners with her son in helping families achieve homeownership.
Nuñez has been an active member of the Mason County Association of Realtors for more than 20 years, serving as a director and treasurer, and helping the organization at community events such as the OysterFest for more than 15 years.
“Helping people is my passion,” she said. “I’ve spent years supporting the real estate community, and now I’m excited to give back in a new way through the Foundation.”
Her connection to Mason Health is personal. Nuñez’s first husband passed away at Mason General Hospital 15 years ago, and she recalls the kindness and compassion shown by the care team during that difficult time.
“It meant a lot to me,” she said. “I’ve always wanted to give back to the hospital, and the Foundation’s work — raising money for scholarships, equipment, and patient support — really spoke to me.”
Nuñez was introduced to the Foundation through her close friend Lori Brady, a trustee for Public Hospital District No. 1, and quickly became interested in contributing.
“I’ve always been curious about the gift shop and the Foundation’s events,” she said. “When Foundation Treasurer Lisa Welander talked to me about joining, I realized it was the right time to get involved.”
Nuñez is eager to make a difference and hopes to serve on the Events Committee and contributing her financial expertise to the Foundation’s Finance Committee. “I still have a passion for organizing and for numbers,” she said. “This feels like a meaningful way to use my skills to help others.”
Outside of her professional and volunteer work, Nuñez enjoys spending time with her husband, David Gunn, their blended family of eight children, and 14 grandchildren. The couple splits their time between Steamboat Island and Ocean Shores, where they enjoy camping, outdoor recreation, and relaxing at their fifth-wheel lot. They are also planning to build a home on Island Lake.
Mason Health Foundation is thrilled to welcome Nuñez and looks forward to the energy, experience, and heart she brings to the board.
Mason Health Foundation furthers the mission of Public Hospital District No.1 by enhancing the quality of health care enjoyed by patients of Mason County. The Foundation provides financial support to Mason Health.