Paws Up Foundation is a private family owned and operated organization created in 1994 by the Lipson Family. Over 2 million dollars has been donated by the Foundation to more than 100 charities, including many based in Montana with the intention to promote education, animal welfare and conservation.
Nadine Lipson
Co-Founder and Owner of Paws Up Foundation, Nadine Lipson moved to the Blackfoot Valley in 1997. The magnitude of the beauty of the valley is something she celebrates and is passionate about passing along to the next generation. She is a fearless leader of The Paws Up team and has never wavered on why we need to give back. In November 2021, she was honored to receive the Fern Sawyer Award for her advancement of the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame.
Kelli Sue Sellers
Kelli Sue Sellers grew up in a small farm town outside of Las Vegas, NV. She comes from a large family and learned how to ride a horse before she could walk. A lifelong outdoor and animal (especially horses and dogs) enthusiast, Kelli Sue has worked with many organizations to understand their needs and how Paws Up Foundation can assist. Alongside Paws Up’s leadership and her puggle, Emma, Kelli Sue works tirelessly to identify opportunities to enrich the community.
Mindy Marcum
A middle child through and through Mindy Marcum’s first love is her family and not far behind that is fishing. She is passionate about the water, curious about the land/animals and in awe of the lives we get to touch through the foundation. When she is not trying to keep up with Nadine, you can find her out on the water trying to out fish her husband of 20 years.