Grace Street Project chairwoman Janette Malcolm said in a statement yesterday she was delighted both women had agreed to be ambassadors for the initiative.
"Dale and Danielle are both successful, inspiring leaders and the fact they believe in our kaupapa means so much to us and the community we represent."
Both women had connections to the US and Invercargill.
US-born adopted Southlander Dr Jones, who worked at Southland Hospital’s Obstetrics and Gynecology unit, was thrilled to be involved with the project and honoured to have the opportunity to give back.
"Invercargill has so quickly become home to us, and though we've been here three years now, I will never stop feeling thankful for the incredible Invercargill community who welcomed us with open arms mid-pandemic ..."
The Washington Business magazine "40 under 40" named Invercargill-born Goodworld founder and Giving Compass chief executive Ms Pfeifer among the US capital’s top 100 powerful women. She had also been named New Zealand’s 2016 Woman of the Year runner-up.
Ms Pfiefer was raised in Invercargill and is the daughter of Jan and Murray Pfeifer — the latter the former Southland Hospital head of surgery.
Her Goodworld platform connects donors and charities online through social media.
She was also excited to be joining the team.
"Offering support and pathways for people to achieve their dreams is essential for a healthy, thriving community.
Pfeifer and Jones join two other previously announced ambassadors, OneNZ chief executive Jason Paris and Six60 band member Chris Mac.
