JENNIFER BASSETT

Founder/Executive Director

It all started with a simple idea.  I wanted to inspire my two sons to give back, show compassion and grow to be responsible individuals who look beyond themselves and aspire to make this a better world.  This was the foundation for creating Hands4Hope.  I am proud and honored to lead an amazing team of individuals who share my passion of empowering youth.

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NICOLE CRAINE

Program Director

Our Program Director oversees the development and implementation of our Education and Community Engagement programs in El Dorado and Sacramento Counties.

Phone: 916-294-7426 | Email: 

ESTHER NORMOYLE

Fundraising and Development Coordinator

Our Fundraising and Development Coordinator supports Hands4Hope fundraisers, event planning, stakeholder communication, community outreach and all marketing efforts.

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YOKO KONO

Community Engagement Coordinator

Our Community Engagement Coordinator provides oversight to the Community Engagement program, and the youth and adult volunteers who participate in all of our outreach events.

Phone: 916-833-1091  | Email: 

KATHY VAN SAUN

Education Program Coordinator

Our Education Program Coordinator provides oversight and mentorship to youth-led service learning clubs and committees for youth in 8-12th grades in Folsom, El Dorado Hills and Shingle Springs. 

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LORI WHITTLE

Education Program Coordinator

Our Education Program Coordinator provides oversight and mentorship to youth-led service learning clubs and committees for youth in 8-12th grades in the greater Placerville area.

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MELISSA PLACEK

Education Program Coordinator

Our Education Program Coordinator provides oversight and mentorship to youth-led, after-school service learning committees for youth in 8-12th grades in our El Dorado Hills and *Placerville Youth Centers (*pending opening).

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SHIZUKA WIRE

Office and IT Manager

Our Office & IT Manager is the administrator for our data systems and provides administrative, clerical, and basic technical support, as well as acting as the liaison between our bookkeeper and staff.

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