Our EXECUTIVE Team
KAREN JOSEPH
Executive Director
DANNIELLE LA ROSA
Director of Finance
TITO MERCADO
Director of Technology
ANNE PHARR
Director of Operations
CHRISTA SOLTIS
Director of Marketing/Communications
LISA DEAN
Director of School Partnerships
Jaye L Van Soest
Director of Development
Our LEADERSHIP Team
Cindy Goss
Volunteer Manager
Laurie Perry
Driver Manager
Karen Joostema
Publicity Manager
Jennifer Cave
Events Manager
Felisa Klubes
Groups Coordinator (Group Volunteering and Food Drives)
Marissa Maurer
Grants Manager
Tito Mercado
Routes Manager
OPEN
Program Analytics Manager
Join Our Team Today
Looking to make an even bigger impact? Consider joining our leadership team! We’re always looking for passionate, dedicated individuals to help guide and grow our mission. As a leadership team member, you’ll have the opportunity to:
- Shape the Future – Help develop strategies to expand our reach and impact.
- Lead Volunteer Efforts – Coordinate food collection, sorting, and distribution efforts.
- Engage the Community – Build relationships with schools, businesses, and local organizations.
- Fundraise and Advocate – Support initiatives to raise awareness and secure resources.
If you have leadership experience or just a heart for service and a willingness to step up, we’d love to have you on board! This is a great opportunity to use your skills for a cause that truly changes lives.
Data Management
If you have experience in software project management, databases, and spreadsheets—and can commit 10 or more hours per week—we’d love to have you on our team. Familiarity with Salesforce, Salesforce Maps and Google products are a plus.
Community Outreach Coordinator
Are you passionate about sharing our mission and making a positive impact in the community? We’re looking for a Community Outreach Manager to help spread the word about Food For Neighbors through phone, email, and in-person communication. If you’re enthusiastic about community engagement, this could be the perfect role for you.
What You’ll Do:
- Communicate Our Mission – Act as a key representative of Food For Neighbors, sharing our mission with community members through phone calls, emails, and face-to-face interactions.
- Build Relationships – Foster connections with local organizations, schools, and businesses to expand our network and support for our initiatives.
- Support Community Engagement – Help organize and promote events, outreach activities, and volunteer opportunities within your area.
What We’re Looking For:
- A passion for our mission and commitment to community service
- Strong communication skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences
- 10+ hours per week of volunteer availability
- Familiarity with Salesforce and Google products is a plus
If you’re eager to be part of a mission-driven organization and help make a tangible impact, apply today and help us bring food and resources to those in need!
Event Leadership
If you have a passion for organizing volunteers, consider joining our leadership team to help expand Food For Neighbors into new areas. We’re looking for volunteers available on Red Bag Event dates plus 10 additional hours per event to help with organization. Familiarity with Salesforce and Google products are a plus.
Human Resources and Training
If you have expertise in HR and training and can dedicate 2-5 hours per week, we’d love to have you on our team.
Photographer
A picture is worth a thousand words! We are always looking for professional or experienced amateur photographers to take pictures at sorting events. Pictures are the best way for us to tell our story in our social media, marketing and website materials. If you are interested in sharing your talent with us, please contact us today.
Want to learn more? Contact us at and let’s start the conversation!
