Concord, CA, June 1st, 2018
- The Board of Directors of the Rainbow Community Center of Contra Costa County have hired Kevin McAllister to serve as the next Executive Director.
Kevin McAllister, a Bay Area native, brings over 18 years of experience managing and developing organizations on the front lines of serving vulnerable populations. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Studies from CSU Sacramento, and a Master of Sciences degree in Organizational Leadership from National University.
Before joining Rainbow, he served as the Executive Director of a statewide coalition that provides critical support to California’s runaway and homeless youth. Under his leadership, the organization secured $10 million to support housing and shelter services, access to food, counseling, and numerous other outreach services in counties with the highest number of youth experiencing homelessness in the state: Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, and Santa Clara.
Kevin also served as the Director of Operations for Beyond Emancipation, an organization that empowers Alameda County’s current and former foster youth to achieve success in housing, education, employment, permanency, and wellness via coaching and case management services.
When not at work, you will find Kevin doing the other things he loves most in California: archery, hiking, kayaking, and trips to Guerneville, where his family has vacationed for over 20 years.
Kevin McAllister stated:
"I am thrilled and honored to have been selected to serve as the Executive Director of the Rainbow Community Center. I'm looking forward to working with a passionate and innovative team, partnering with neighboring community-based organizations, and identifying opportunities for expanding programs and services."
Board President, Ken Carlson added:
“We are excited to have Kevin join the organization as our next Executive Director. He brings experience, talent, and insight. He joins us at a critical moment in our growth and desired expansion as an organization to meet the needs of our community."
Kevin will be joining the Rainbow Community Center at our annual Concord Pride celebration in Todos Santos Plaza on June 2nd from 3-9 pm.
Media Contact:
Jonathan Cook
Director of Communications
Phone: (925) 692-0090 x303
Email: jonathan@rainbowcc.org
