OUR TEAM
Our Executive Board
Founder / President
Suma Gadde
Hey everyone! My name is Suma and I am the founder and president of Create for Kids. I have always enjoyed volunteering, with kids especially, and making art. In my free time I love to swim, travel, take pictures, snorkel, hike, and play with my dog!
Contact: suma@createforkids.org
Vice President Elect
Marisa Latorre
Hello everyone! My name is Marisa Latorre and I am the elected vice president of Create for Kids. I find volunteering with the kids to be rewarding and joyful. Outside of Create for Kids and school, I enjoy playing tennis, reading, baking, and playing brain games!
Contact: volunteer@createforkids.org
Co-Treasurer
Christopher Shaffer
Hey guys! My name is Chris and I am the co-treasurer of Create for Kids. In my free time I enjoy working out, running, sailing, fishing, biking, and traveling. I have volunteered with kids since I was thirteen at various sailing camps because I love working with kids. It makes me happy to see them smile and have fun.
Contact: christophershaffer502@gmail.com
Co-Treasurer
Jiya Modi
Hi! My name is Jiya, and I am the co-treasurer of Create for Kids. I love working with kids, volunteering, and trying to bring smiles onto other people's faces. In my free time I play the violin, read, watch TV, or create crafts with CFK.
Contact: donate@createforkids.org
Chapter Advisor
Ashlyn Xiao
Hi everyone! My name is Ashlyn Xiao, and I am the chapter advisor of Create for Kids. I have been volunteering for a long time: from teaching art classes for younger students to helping out in my community! In my free time I love to travel, row, sail, play the flute, and ski.
Contact: chapteradvisor@createforkids.org
Graphic Designer
Ulyana Petrova
Hello! My name is Ulyana, and I’m studying to be a graphic designer. I’ve always loved art and enjoy working with all kinds of mediums, but lately, I’ve been especially drawn to physical ones like crochet and watercolor. I started volunteering because I wanted to give back using the skills I love most. One of my favorite projects was crocheting toys for orphaned children in Ecuador, and I’m excited to bring that same spirit to Create for Kids.
Vice President in Training
Elizabeth Chojnacka
Hey everybody! I am Elizabeth, and I am the vice president in training. I love making those around me smile and volunteering is a great way to do that! I am very passionate about swimming, writing, making music, and my involvement in the world around me!
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