We are thrilled to share exciting news from the Brooke It Forward Foundation: Jessica Valladares has been named our new Executive Director!
Jessica joins us with over a decade of nonprofit leadership experience and a passion for serving the community. She has a proven track record in strategic growth, building partnerships, and creating programs that make a lasting difference. Most recently, she served as Executive Director of At Your Service by Christwood, where she successfully expanded the program’s reach and launched innovative initiatives to support seniors in need.
Our Founder and President, Marie Gregory, shared:
“On behalf of the Board, we are honored to welcome Jessica to lead the Brooke It Forward Foundation. Jessica’s deep commitment to service and her innovative spirit make her the perfect leader to carry our mission forward into the next chapter.”
Jessica is equally excited to join the team and community of supporters:
“I am deeply honored to join Brooke It Forward and to be part of a mission that brings healing and hope to children. I’m inspired by the heart of this organization and excited to work with such an incredible team and community of supporters to grow the impact of the foundation.”
At Brooke It Forward, our mission has always been simple yet powerful: to ensure every child facing abuse, neglect, foster care, or homelessness feels seen, valued, and celebrated on their birthday. With Jessica’s leadership, we look forward to expanding our impact, strengthening community partnerships, and ensuring even more children receive the joy-filled birthday boxes that make them feel truly special.
This is an exciting new chapter for our foundation — and we are grateful to have you, our supporters, walking alongside us.
