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Contact UsGrev Staniszewski – PresidentGrev and his wife Pam adopted their daughter from Kazakhstan in 2008. Upon returning to Canada Grev wanted to give back to The Children's Bridge for helping to bring this lovely child into their lives. In 2010 he became a member of the board for Children's Bridge and set his sites on re-establishing the Children's Bridge Foundation. Grev holds a degree in business management, a diploma in business administration and is currently working towards a diploma as a network systems engineer. Over the past twenty years Grev's professional experience includes a strong background in sales, advertising, business management and information technology. He hopes his background will help the Children's Bridge Foundation fulfill its goal of supporting children in need of health care and education around the world.
Jessica Gould – Vice PresidentJessica has supported and followed the work of The Children's Bridge Foundation for a number of years and recently joined as a vice-president of the board of directors. Like other adoptive parents, she'll never forget the many kids needing a family that may never come.
Cathy MurphyCathy is the Acting Executive Director and Director of Adoption Services with The Children's Bridge. Cathy sits on Children's Bridge Foundation Board of Directors as a volunteer Board Member. Her background in early childhood education, psychology and working with children with special needs brings a "child centred" approach to our CBF projects. Cathy's commitment to CBF stems from her visits to orphanages and her desire to give back after being blessed with two children who joined her family through adoption.
Karyn BakelaarKaryn is the Program Manager for Ethiopia, South Africa, Rwanda and the USA at The Children's Bridge. She also manages the HIV+ Kids Adoption Program which is aimed at finding families for children living with HIV. Her educational background is in International Development and Globalization/Political Studies, and she is looking forward to beginning her Master’s degree in Conflict Studies this September. Karyn has been involved with fundraising for several charities, and has spent time volunteering at orphanages and an HIV/AIDS hospice in South Africa. She enjoys spending time with her 3 children in the outdoors, and also enjoys doing yoga, reading and mountain biking in her free time.
Jill ReevesJill is a part-time professor at Algonquin College in the School of Health, Safety and Community Studies. She has been involved in community development, volunteer management and fundraising for several local charities, schools and non-profit agencies, including The Children’s Bridge and the Children’s Bridge Foundation over the past decade. Jill is an alumni of both Carleton and Ottawa Universities and is currently working towards a certificate in Teaching Adult and Lifelong Learners at Algonquin College. Jill and her husband, Alex, have three sons who share their parents’ interests in skiing, arts and culture, dogs and, of course, volunteering in their community.
Pamela TompkinsPam feels fortunate to have been able to play a role as a volunteer for some amazing organizations such as Harmony House, Aids Committee of Ottawa, Bruce House, The Source and World Wild Life Foundation. Since adopting her daughter from Kazakhstan in 2008, Pam has felt passionate about finding a way to make a difference in the lives of orphans who may never find their forever family. She feels grateful to The Children's Bridge Foundation and its sponsors for the opportunity to help children who need someone in their corner.
Debbie PrescottDebbie brings twenty years of accounting expertise to the Children’s Bridge Foundation table. Her skills were honed at Queens University and both Algonquin and Durham Colleges. Debbie has been working as a tax professional with H&R Block and as a treasurer for several school councils and sports organizations. Debbie and her husband Scott have two children who are very involved in sports including hockey, soccer and football. They enjoy giving back to their community through volunteering.
Jodi Parker Jodi is thrilled to have recently joined the Children’s Bridge Foundation in June of 2011. With an Honours Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Ottawa, Jodi has 15 years experience in product marketing, market research and event planning. Jodi has spent the past several years volunteering extensively in the community, most notably as vice-chair and special events coordinator of school council. Jodi also volunteers with the Nepean Minor Hockey Association. Jodi and her husband, Kevin, have two sons, and enjoy hockey, skiing and boating.
Mona JenningsI possess a Bachelors Degree in Interior Design and have worked as a Graphic Designer for over fifteen years. As a Designer, I have collaborated with Children's Bridge on a variety of projects. During this time I was given the opportunity to see what a wonderful gift this organization provides when helping to bring families together. In joining the Children’s Bridge Foundation I am very happy to assist in providing some much needed care and a little peace to other children around the world. When my own children are healthy and happy it is important for me to help provide that to others.
Sarah Loten
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