Our Mission
To empower youth, women, emerging leaders, and underserved populations to achieve personal, educational, and economic success by providing the tools, resources, and opportunities needed to thrive. Through leadership development, educational advancement, workforce readiness, economic mobility, housing resource navigation, and mental and physical wellness support, the organization helps individuals build confidence, resilience, and pathways to long-term stability.
Our Vision
We envision a world where every woman has the confidence, resources, and support to pursue her dreams and create meaningful change. Through our community-driven approach, we're building a network of empowered women who lift each other up and transform their communities.
Our vision is to expand programs that empower youth, women, emerging leaders, and underserved populations through leadership development, educational advancement, workforce readiness, economic mobility, housing resource navigation, and mental wellness support.
Global Impact
Community First
Innovation
Purpose Driven
How We Create Change
Our three core values aren't just words—they're actionable principles that drive everything we do
Hope
Building Optimism for Tomorrow
We create safe spaces where women can dream without limits and believe in their ability to achieve those dreams.
Empower
Providing Tools for Success
We equip women with practical skills, knowledge, and resources needed to turn their aspirations into achievements.
Elevate
Creating Ripple Effects
We help women reach new heights while ensuring they bring others along on the journey, multiplying our impact across communities.
Meet Our Leadership
Guided by a passionate and experienced board dedicated to our mission.
Dr. Kim Barber
CEO
Leading with vision and passion, Dr. Barber drives our mission forward, ensuring every initiative aligns with our core values.
Frederica Jones
CFO/COO
Frederica provides the operational and financial stewardship that powers our programs and ensures our long-term sustainability and impact.
Judge Marla Anderson
Board Member
With a distinguished career in law, Judge Anderson brings invaluable perspective on justice, advocacy, and community service.
Maria Rabaino
Secretary
Maria meticulously documents our journey and facilitates communication, ensuring our board operates with clarity and purpose.
Patricia Baines
Board Member
A dedicated community advocate, Patricia champions our outreach efforts, connecting us with the partners and people we serve.
Lonnieta McCallum
Board Member & Resource Director
Lonnieta is a lifelong entrepreneur, community advocate, and Congressional award recipient with over 20 years of service. She owns three Sudz laundromats on the Monterey Peninsula, directs the Monterey Civic Club, and advocates for domestic abuse survivors—bringing deep faith and resilience to empowering women.
Sibel Borquez
Board Member
Sibel serves as The Salvation Army Resident Service Coordinator, managing Frederiksen House Shelter and Transitional Housing Programs. A former Paralegal Clerk and active Youth Mentor to 30 youth in Castroville, she brings dedication to advocacy and community service.