Our Board

Passionate about our community

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Peter Hartley

With a vision for building something meaningful, our founder brings a blend of big-picture thinking and hands-on experience. They set the tone for everything we do.

Chair / Treasurer
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Chris Matthews

Focused, approachable, and driven by results, our sales manager is all about building strong relationships. They help connect people to the right solutions—with clarity and care.

Deputy Chair / Secretary
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Creative and strategic in equal measure, our marketing director brings fresh ideas to every campaign. They turn insights into action and help our message resonate with the right audience.

Board Member

Robert Ewers

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Board Member

Karl Holland

Friendly, attentive, and always ready to help, our customer service manager ensures every interaction is a positive one. They keep communication clear, timely, and human.

Our Staff

Dedicated and Professional

Chris Ellinger
Executive Director

Amanda Eckert
Operations Manager

Joyce Zhang
Finance Officer

Nuri Bosio
Emergency Relief Coordinator

Judy Spadavecchia
Community Connections Coordinator

Callan West
Community Development Coordinator

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An older man with gray hair, wearing a blue sweater and beige pants, sitting on the edge of a bed in a softly lit room, looking to the side with a calm expression.
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Tristan Prentice
Youth Facilitator

Silvana Morcos
Adult Community Education / Boost Business Coordinator

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Rebecca Wu
Adult Community Education Coordinator

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