Meet our Team
Getting cash to people who need it is not rocket science, but we have a couple of aerospace engineers on staff, just in case.
Katrina Van Gasse
Katrina is a former Fulbright Scholar and previous Vice President at Silicon Valley Bank. She is motivated to accelerate social impact and deliver programs that uphold the dignity of those in need.
Ben Newhouse
Ben is an entrepreneur, Stanford-educated developer, and former Head of Sync at Dropbox. He is motivated to bring the tech superpowers of Silicon Valley to the social sector.
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Mark Newhouse
Mark is a philanthropist, innovator, and a former Corporate Officer of Corning Incorporated. He is motivated to drive real change and bring new models to philanthropy.
Andrew Marshall
Andy Marshall is an aerospace engineer, entrepreneur, and engaged philanthropist. He is motivated by gratitude for the opportunities he’s had and the desire to give back.
Rob Walls
Rob is a software engineer with over a decade of experience coding. His formal education is in aerospace, aeronautical, and astronautical engineering.
Brittany Christenson
Brittany is a dynamic social sector innovator with a background in nonprofit leadership and food systems. She holds a bachelors degree in applied mathematics.
Hector Zaragoza Tejas
Hector is a software engineer with a background in nonprofits and public policy. He is motivated to support the development of equitable and healthy communities. He holds degrees in International Development and Public Policy.
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Ruthie Tesfaye
Ruthie is an experienced program manager with a background in education and community development. She holds bachelors degrees in Political Science and Islamic Civilizations & Societies, and a masters in Education Policy & Social Analysis.
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Nick Diaz
Nick is a public health practitioner focused on humanitarian aid and emergency relief. He is motivated to work with communities to implement both immediate and sustainable solutions to systemic challenges.
Riley Bauer
Riley is an experienced software engineer joining us after four years at Google. He is motivated by software's potential to amplify programs that support community health and development. He holds degrees in mathematics and computer science.
Theresa Gonzales
Theresa is a software engineer with a degree in chemical engineering and experience helping startups grow. She is motivated to leverage technology as a force for equity and inclusion.
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