Lora Wondolowski, Greenfield resident and City Council President, is running for State Representative in the 1st Franklin District, pledging to bring experienced, community-grounded leadership to Beacon Hill at a moment when rural communities are facing rising costs, aging infrastructure, and state systems that were not designed with towns like those in Franklin County in mind.

A longtime Franklin County resident, Wondolowski brings more than two decades of experience working for and directing nonprofit organizations focused on civic engagement, environmental protection, and leadership development. Her work has included navigating complex budgets, staffing structures, and funding systems to deliver results at scale. This work includes bringing together leaders around issues facing Franklin, Hampshire, and Hampden Counties.

She first entered public service when proposed school budget cuts threatened the education of local children. As a single parent with two children in Greenfield public schools, she stepped forward to protect what she saw as the heart of the community. That moment launched her involvement in public service, defined by listening, collaboration, and a commitment to equity.