Our Team

Bridging Cultures Staff

Sarah Rodriguez

Executive Director

As 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.

Ivette Aguirre

Volunteer & Engagement Coordinator

Ivette 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!

Reyna Ramirez

Special Events Coordinator

Reyna 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.

Fabiola Zavala Nuñez

Disaster Resilience & Wellness Coordinator

Fabiola 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.