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OUR TEAM
INTRODUCING OUR CONNECTICUT CHILD ADVOCACY CHAMPIONS
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Make today the day you choose to be a part of the change!
Ready to make a difference? Here’s your chance – volunteer with us to make an impact and help families thrive. Together, we can ensure a healthier future for our children.
WHO WE ARE
OUR STAMFORD CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION SPECIALISTS
United by a shared mission to disrupt the cycle of family violence, our team works tirelessly to prevent child abuse and neglect in Stamford, CT, and beyond. Our goal is simple: ensure every child can experience a happy, safe childhood surrounded by resilient, loving families.
DONATIONS
YOUR SUPPORT CHANGES LIVES! DONATE TODAY AND HELP US BUILD A SAFER CONNECTICUT.
STAFF
THE FACES BEHIND HELP for KIDS
Joe Dudek
Executive Director
Kristin Matte
Finance & Development Director
Ashley Tarantino
Marketing & Social Media Coordinator
Amy Gallo, LCSW
Program Manager
Olympia Arnold, MS
Outreach Manager
Sindy Orellana, BS
HFA Supervisor & Family Support Specialist
Aisha Valdovinos
HFA Supervisor & Family Support Specialist
Gabriella Hernandez, BS
Family Support Specialist
Sara Juarez
Family Support Specialist
Beatrice Myrthil
Family Support Specialist
Romina Ross
Family Support Specialist
Alexa Sosa, BA
Family Support Specialist
Desiree Waters, MSW
Family Support Specialist
Ana Laura Aveiro
Community Outreach & Family Support Specialist
Cynthia Mandujano
Family Support SpecialistEXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
MEET THE TEAM DRIVING CHANGE
President
Jim Murray
Treasurer
Mark Hahn
CPASecretary
Bill Solder
board or directors
OUR DEDICATED LEADERS PROMOTING CHILD SAFETY
Cristina Andreana
Lori-Ann Capitelli
Vince McClean
Mike O'Reilly
Tejal Wadhwani
Advisory Commitee to the Board
Vincent Freccia III
Mike Gregorio
Henry Palomino
Mayra Rios
corporate sponsors
OUR BACKBONE OF SUPPORT
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Your sponsorship can make a profound difference in the lives of countless children. By aligning with us at HELP for KIDS, you're not just becoming a sponsor – you're becoming a beacon of hope for those who need it most.
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Bilingual (English/Spanish) Family Support Specialist
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