Bridging Cultures Staff
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Sarah RodriguezExecutive DirectorAs the Executive Director for Bridging Cultures, Sarah raises funds, leads the seven-person staff team and directs the programs to keep our work on mission. She is currently working on her Master’s Degree in Social Work. |
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Janet DiazProgram ManagerAs Program Manager, Janet oversees current programs, assists in developing new programs, and oversees staff, bookkeeping, and office management. She started volunteering with BCC in 2012 when we organized the first trip to the beach. Janet started participating with BCC because of their interest in helping the Latino community in Canby. When she isn’t working, you’ll find her reading, enjoying nature, and spending time with her daughters. |
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Ivette AguirreVolunteer & Engagement CoordinatorIvette coordinates volunteers, community engagement and ESL classes at Bridging Cultures. She has been essential to removing barriers for many Latinx folks to get vaccines and financial support throughout the pandemic and contributing to Bridging Cultures' success. When Ivette isn’t working, you’ll find her doing craft therapy, decorating, baking (especially in Fall & Winter) and dancing while she cooks! |
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Reyna RamirezSpecial Events CoordinatorReyna started out with Bridging Cultures as a Promotora and even before joining staff has been an incredible supporter and has deep ties to the canby Latinx community. As special events coordinator, Reyna supports Bridging Cultures events and day-of coordination. She loves dancing, helping people, participating in events, and volunteering at her granddaughter’s school. |
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Fabiola Zavala NuñezDisaster Resilience & Wellness CoordinatorFabiola Zavala Núñez, facilitates the Disaster Resilience and Wellness classes/workshops for a new Bridging Cultures Program. When she is not working, she likes spending time with family and friends, cooking, and doing anything that has to do with the outdoors such as walking, camping, fishing, kayaking and gardening. |
Welcome to our newest POF Navigators - Lupe & Roger! We will have photos and bios for them soon =)
Board of Directors
Board OfficersPatti Zavala - President Jason Gingerich - Treasurer Joy Strube - Vice-President |
Board MembersChris Gilbert Jennifer Gingerich Olga Jimenez |
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