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OUR TEAM

At Mission: Food Forest, our strength lies in the hands and hearts of our dedicated volunteers. We are deeply grateful for the passionate individuals who bring our mission to life—active and prior service members, military families, community members, and experts in sustainable food systems and nutrition.

Every seed planted, every garden nurtured, and every lesson shared is a testament to their unwavering commitment to nourishing both the land and the people who serve our country. Through countless hours of hands-on work, collaboration, and education, our volunteers are building more than just gardens—they are cultivating resilience, connection, and hope.

 

From teaching permaculture principles and leading workshops to constructing garden beds and mentoring military families, each person on our team plays a vital role in creating lasting food security and well-being. Their efforts empower military communities with the knowledge and resources to grow fresh, healthy food—fostering independence, sustainability, and a deep-rooted sense of belonging.

To our volunteers: Thank you for your time, energy, and passion. Your dedication is the heart of Mission: Food Forest, and together, we are sowing the seeds of a healthier, more connected future.

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Founder, CEO/President

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Chief Financial Officer, Board member

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Kathy McElvain

Secretary, Board member

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Kelsie Wright

Chief Operations Officer, Board member

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Officer, Board member

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Briana Reynolds

Officer, Board member

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Annie Schmaltz

Permaculture expert, board member

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Becca Scott

Chief Marketing Officer

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Alex Herrera, F*Word Events, LLC

Event Coordinator

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Mandy Coonce

MFFMC Program Director

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Kellie White

Impact-Focused Creative Designer

SENIOR ADVISORS

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Chief Medical Officer

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Sustainable Developmental Goals (SDG) Advisor

© 2025 Mission: Food Forest (Federal Tax ID: 33-2728940) is a civilian 501(c)3 tax-exempt non-profit organization.

CONTACT US:

Admin@missionfoodforest.org

(707) 836-FOOD (3663)

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