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.