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Board of Directors

Caryl Hodges

-President
Founding member, retired California, University professor with over 20 years of supporting youth advancement.

Edward Worrell

A long time Bernal Heights/Excelsior resident and former educator, bringing personal experience growing up undeserved and skilled at translating youth realities for adult adults, five years of volunteering at Edible Schoolyard informs his advocacy for youth of color.

Julie Last

Social Worker with deep experience, connecting underserved used to critical social services and unseen community resources.

Valerie Rifkin

Philanthropist, creating pathways to opportunity for children of color through strategic connections and resource development.

Sherie Helistein

A long-term advocate for a living library. Has worked diligently along nonprofit creator to design programs to help undeserved youth.

Patty Bernwald

Art Docent, expanding underserved communities access to cultural and artistic experiences, emphasizing representation and cultural pride.