We founded YAIPAK to show up where the need is—homelessness, trauma, military service, and disaster—providing real help with no conditions because everyone deserves to know they matter. Built on dedication and strategic partnerships, we have grown into a trusted non-profit organization driven to foster a resilient, compassionate, and unified community.
OUR TEAM
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Steve Nicholson
BOARD VP
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Meg Pritschet
BOARD SECRETARY
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BOARD TREASURER
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Christian Christenson
BOARD MEMBER
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EXXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP TEAM
Sherry Nicholson
PRESIDENT & CEO, FOUNDER
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Richard Byers
FOSTER HOPE DIRECTOR
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Tony Barefield
WAREHOUSE ASSISTANT
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Nolan Reed
CHEIF OPERATIONS OFFICER
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Mayer Marks
PROJECT COORDINATOR
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Gayle Bollinger
INTAKE COORDINATOR
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Debbie Fields
VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS
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Chelsey Kees
EVENTS & MEDIA DIRECTOR
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Corey Schonhorst
OPERATIONS MANAGER
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John Crespo
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
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Faith Doggett
MEDIA CORDINATOR
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