YWCA USA Executive and Leadership Team

Growing Independent, High-Quality Lives for People with Disabilities. Community Residences is much more than a private, non-profit agency. CR is those we serve, the individuals who despite intellectual disabilities, mental illnesses and life challenges share with us their joy of life and their determination to live it to the fullest. CR is our employees, from the accountant making sure every penny received is faithfully used to the direct support professional who tenderly cares for a resident as one family member would another. CR is our volunteers, from the chairs of our various Boards to the graduate student interns who so enliven the programs they touch. CR is our donors, whose gifts of hard-earned money and valuable time enrich the lives of those we serve by paying for quality of life enhancements like a summer trip to the beach, an exercise room in one of our homes, a holiday party, a critical medicine not otherwise reimbursed or a needed visit to the dentist. We claim as our own everyone who cares about the people we serve, from family members and individual donors, to government colleagues and corporate partners. To those members of our current CR familythank you. To everyone reading this report to learn more about CRjoin us in our caring mission and be welcomed into the fold!

The National Trust for Historic Preservation operates as a privately funded nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing historic preservation across the United States. Through strategic advocacy, technical expertise, and direct intervention, the organization works to protect and revitalize buildings, neighborhoods, and cultural landscapes that embody the nation's architectural and historical heritage. The organization's work spans multiple dimensions of preservation practice. It provides grant funding, technical assistance, and educational resources to communities, property owners, and preservation professionals seeking to protect historic structures and districts. The National Trust operates a portfolio of historic properties that serve as models for adaptive reuse and restoration, demonstrating practical approaches to maintaining cultural assets while meeting contemporary needs. Through these properties and broader initiatives, the organization generates knowledge about effective preservation strategies and shares this expertise with stakeholders nationwide. Beyond direct preservation work, the National Trust functions as a policy advocate and thought leader in the field. It engages with federal, state, and local governments to shape preservation policy, tax incentives, and regulatory frameworks that support heritage conservation.

Gateways Support Services is a not-for-profit community organization dedicated to supporting children and adults with disabilities and additional needs for over 40 years. They offer a wide range of services including support coordination, individual support, accommodation options, and recreational programs tailored to the unique needs of their clients. Their expertise encompasses various disabilities, including autism and intellectual disabilities, and they are committed to ensuring quality, safety, and wellbeing for all individuals they support. Operating primarily in the Geelong region and surrounding areas, Gateways aims to empower clients to achieve their personal goals and enhance their quality of life.

CHAI is a global health organization dedicated to saving lives and strengthening health systems through various programs targeting infectious diseases, maternal and child health, and non-communicable diseases. The organization collaborates with governments, donors, and partners in over 35 countries across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. CHAI aims to improve healthcare access and outcomes by acting as a market shaper, strategic partner, and operational partner. Their mission is to ensure that no one dies due to lack of access to healthcare, focusing on vulnerable populations.