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
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
Admin
Elizabeth Chojnacki
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!
Contact: elizabeth@createforkids.org
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
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.