Our Team
What's Inside
Every kid needs to pack hope.
Suitcases are a reflection of ourselves and the journeys we’ve taken. For children and young adults in foster care, having a suitcase ( instead of a trash bag ) improves their sense of self-worth and shows that they are valued. Fostering Hope values our kids and supports them in their journeys.
Cara Berg
Development Director
Karen Carter
Executive Director
Melvin Davis
Dreams Program Manager
Emily Depew
Hope in Balance Instructor
Corie Friedman
Childhood Experiences Program Coordinator
Elaine Hullihen
Development Coordinator
Kalie Johnson
Health and Wellness Program Coordinator
Robin Jordan
Community Engagement Coordinator
Kimberly Lavery
Hope in Balance Yoga Instructor
Gabrielle Scalese
Hope in Balance Yoga Instructor
Evan Sharfeld
Hope in Balance Yoga Instructor
Nicole Shefrin
Founder
Virginia Weiss
Hope in Balance Yoga Instructor
Heidi Wuescher
Health and Wellness Director
Give Hope
Join our mission to bring hope to children who need your help.