Our team is dedicated to amplifying the voices and work of east side community leaders.

Our Leadership


Donna Givens Davidson, President & CEO

Tasha Senna, Chief of Staff

Tijuana Butler, Director of Operations

Richard Ackerman, Chief Program Officer

Holli Benford, Chief Financial Officer

Our Staff


Sarah Johnson, Director of Communications & Marketing

Nicole Perry, Chief Administrative Officer

Dr. Marie Garcia, Senior Director of Environmental Justice and Collective Wellbeing

Caitlin Crutcher, Senior Program Director of Youth & Family Development

LaWanda Villard, Director of Construction

Arena Johnson, Director of Financial Wellness

Lucas Aguirre, Climate Equity Program Coordinator

Shaunda Blake, Youth Enrichment Coordinator

Gloria Jackson, Administrative Clerk

Sparkle Berry, Stoudamire Wellness Hub Manager

Joseph Middlebrooks, Sustainable Housing Manager

Michael I. Johnson, Communications & Engagement Manager

Kevin Ashwood, Sustainable Housing Outreach Coordinator

Regina Peoples, Senior Accountant

DaRonda Brantley, Accounts Receivable Clerk

Machista Choice, Maintenance Technician

Donald Rivers, Maintenance Technician

Gordy Magnuson, Maintenance Technician

Our Interns


Maysa Redissi, U of M Intern