Emi K. Sakevich gravitates to the kind of work that turns planning into action. With a background in event management, she brings structure, energy and a sharp sense of execution to community fundraising.
Since becoming executive director of the Firefighters of Southern Nevada Burn Foundation in 2025, Sakevich has quickly expanded its fundraising efforts. She established the foundation’s Rise Up Fun Run in 2025, a 5K for burn survivors that raised nearly $25,000 in its inaugural year. She also led the organization’s largest event, the Bachelor Auction, managing donations, ticket sales, VIP coordination and finances for a fundraiser that generated about $100,000, one of the foundation’s strongest results.
Blood Cancer United and Three Square also reflect her community involvement. She has supported blood cancer fundraising efforts and volunteered at local food distribution events, staying engaged with nonprofit work across Southern Nevada.