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We are a passionate and dedicated team committed to uplifting and empowering the LGBTQ+ community. From advocacy and outreach to wellness and support services, our team works tirelessly to create safe spaces, provide essential resources, and drive meaningful change. Together, we are building a stronger, more inclusive future for all.

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Dr. Chris Balthazar

(He/Him)
Executive Director

Leadership

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DeMario Adams

(He/Him)
Director of Outreach and Engagement

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Devin Hanley

(He/Him)
Assistant Director of Development

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Hannah Pewee

(She/Her)
Associate Director of Communications

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Paulo Colby

(Pronouns: Anything Respectful)
Director of Operations

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Reyna Ortiz

(She/Her)
Director of Programs

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Trina Tounjian

(She/Her)
Associate Director of Evaluation

Staff

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Allante Body

(She/Her)
Health Care Access Manager

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Aliyah Mason

(She/Her)
Programs Coordinator

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Annie Smith

(She/Her)
Office Manager

Anton Carroll

(They/Them)
CHW/ Phlembotomist

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Damien "Dame" Craddock, Jr.

(They/He/She)
Ryan White Case Manager

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Drew Grace

(He/Him)
Social Program Coordinator

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Emily Aguilar

(She/Her)
Outreach Worker

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Feliciana Melendez

(She/Her)
Healthcare and Benefits Navigator

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Isaiah Gonzalez

(He/Him)
Program & Outreach Manager

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Jay Nelson

(He/Him)
Youth Engagement Coordinator

Joey McDonald

(He/Him)
Development Associate

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Sabrina Frye

(She/Her)
Programs Coordinator

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Skai Underwood

(She/Her)
Youth Engagement Specialist

Board Members

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Brandon Jordan

Co-Chair
(He/Him)

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Jim Pickett

Co-Chair
(Pronouns: Anything Respectful)

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Albe Gutierrez

(She/Her/Ella)

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Amanda Sadowski

(She/Her)

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Emmanuel Garcia

(He/Him)

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Eric Welch

(He/Him)

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Krystle Murry

(She/Her)

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Maya Green, MD, MPH

(She/Her)

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