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Kim Williams (she/her) is a member of our Community Impact Committee. A graduate from the University of California, Davis, Kim has worked in the community and the youth development field for over 20 years and has managed multiple grants and projects focused on improving youth outcomes. Her experience has included program implementation, building collaborative efforts,…

Kenneth Johnston is a member of our Community Impact Committee. CEO of KJ 2 Productions, Kenneth is an accomplished writer, director, and producer with a background in television and film production. Armed with a BA from Xavier University and an MFA from Chapman University, Kenneth’s journey in the industry spans over fifteen years, during which…

John Chuck, M.D., is a member of our Community Impact Committee. He serves as Professor of Family Medicine at the Chief Wellness Officer at California Northstate University. He was previously the Regional Chairperson of the Physician Health & Wellness Leaders Group for The Permanente Medical Group (TPMG) and was formerly a Clinical Professor at the UC…

Jenny Tan is a member of our Community Impact Committee. She currently works for the City of Davis as the Director of Community Engagement, where she showcases exemplary leadership skills in communication and fostering a culture of teamwork and innovation, among improving and building relationships with the community and within City departments. Jenny has more…

Dr. Janine Bera is proud to be the Chief Medical Officer for WellSpace Health. WellSpace provides comprehensive medical, dental, behavioral health, and supportive services to more than 125,000 people each year at 31 locations in Sacramento and Placer counties. As the CMO, Dr. Bera leads this vast clinical practice serving our community’s most vulnerable residents, including adults…

Christine is a member of our Community Impact Committee. Christine is a native of Sacramento and holds a master’s degree in Communication Studies from Sacramento State. She is a dedicated wife and mother of four. Professionally, she works as a Digital Strategist and journalist for the Sacramento Observer, while also advocating for childhood literacy. In…

Brad Cecchi is a member of our Community Impact Committee. He is the Executive Chef and Co-founder of Humble Concepts, a restaurant and consulting group based in Sacramento, California. In 2017 Canon opened, a dining destination in East Sacramento offering unexpected dishes in an unpretentious setting. Since opening its doors two years ago, Canon has earned…

Rosita Patterson is the Grants Associate for the Sacramento Region Community Foundation. She supports grant processing and other grant-related projects. Rosita earned a Bachelor of Science in Public Policy and Administration and a Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership from Western Oregon University. Prior to joining the Foundation, Rosita gained diverse experience working for a…

Katie Poplawski serves as the Controller at the Sacramento Region Community Foundation, where she plays a key role in upholding the organization’s commitment to careful financial stewardship — a cornerstone of community foundation work. With a background that includes experience at Meristem Inc. and Thrivent Financial, Katie brings a deep expertise in finance and accountability…

Nicole Frances Williams, MSW, is a member of the Foundation’s Philanthropy & Communications Committee. Nicole works as the Senior Strategy Officer for Ronald McDonald House Charities Bay Area, which provides housing, meals, and support services to thousands of families with sick children accessing lifesaving care across the Bay Area and Northern California region. Additionally, she…

Sara Floor is a member of the Foundation’s Philanthropy & Communications Committee.

Paul Endelman is a member of the Foundation’s Philanthropy & Communications Committee.

Founder and Chief Optimist of Tully Impact Strategies, a nonprofit consulting firm, Shirlee Tully has over 30 years’ experience in nonprofit and for-profit management, strategic planning, development and marketing. Her special talent is helping nonprofits grow revenue by using mission-based storytelling to strengthen their brands and building authentic relationships with donor champions through strategy and…

Salvador Ramirez is the Executive Director for a local nonprofit, Yolo Farm to Fork. In this position, Ramirez is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the nonprofit’s mission, which includes nurturing healthy eating habits for Yolo County children and families, encouraging hands-on education, and building a stronger local community food system. After graduating with a bachelor’s degree…

With a rich background in communications, education, and strategic consulting, Noah currently serves as the Director of Communications and Marketing at Improve Your Tomorrow (IYT), a national nonprofit organization committed to closing the college-achievement gap for young men of color. Since joining IYT in 2021, Noah establish the organization’s Marketing & Communications department, setting up…