The mission of the Community Fund is to provide financial support and assistance to programs which improve the health, quality of life, and benefit the communities we serve. As the organization’s Board of Directors we are the governing body honored to hold these roles which provide oversight and management of program. We take pride in ensuring our duties are executed with the utmost integrity and efficiency to achieve their intended goals and make a positive impact on the community.
Board of Directors
Russell Hayes
Board President
Russell has been an active member in his community through various organizations since 2006. As a volunteer he has served food, helped manage facilities, and organize activities. It’s a privilege for him to continuing serving his community by being a board member.
Jessica Kissel
Application Administrator
Jessica has always valued giving back to her community through volunteering. She’s worked with organizations focused on animal welfare, poverty alleviation, education, and more. She is happy to support the community fund and her fellow employees in their work for causes that are important to them.
Mark Gutierrez
Board Member
Paula Tran
Board Treasurer
Paula is currently the board treasurer. Her area of expertise are in budgeting and financial reporting. As part of the board she enjoys learning about organizations, and colleagues life outside of work. Outside of SJW she enjoys swimming, volunteering, eat nuts and chocolates.
Lucy Perez
Board Member
As a board member of the community fund, Lucy likes to be engaged in the community and advance the awareness and assistance in community projects. She volunteers with City Team helping those who are struggling with poverty, homelessness, hunger and addiction.
Ramiro Garibay
Board Member
Ramiro is a husband and father of 3 children. When he is not at work, he enjoys fishing and spending time with his family. He coaches his daughter’s soccer team and feels rewarded to be able to volunteer and give back to his community.
Totran Mai
Board Vice President
Totran has years of community service experience, volunteering with the Geospatial Professional Network and contributing to causes ranging from literacy programs to providing support during natural disasters. Driven by a strong belief in service and collective impact, Totran is committed to advancing nonprofit missions.
Vacancy
Board Member
Helen Evans
Board Secretary
Helen believes that giving back through volunteering is a powerful way to inspire change and uplift the community. She has participated in a wide range of volunteer activities, including local clean‑up efforts, park restoration projects, and animal‑focused events. Most recently, she had the privilege of supporting a non‑profit organization dedicated to providing medical care and facilitating adoptions for animals in need. As an animal lover herself, she is especially passionate about this work and is the proud owner of two rescue pets.
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Jose Villagomez
Retiree Board Member
If you are a SJW retiree or know someone who is, consider submitting your application to become a board member!