The Orange County Human Trafficking Task Force - led by Waymakers and the Anaheim Police Department- has released its 2025 Human Trafficking Victims Report.

The report reveals a deeply troubling trend: children are now the fastest-growing group of human trafficking victims in Orange County. Over the past three years, half of all identified victims were under the age of 18, with the youngest just six years old. The average age of children being forced into sex work or labor is now 14 - meaning many victims are even younger.

You can view the full report here.

Ronnetta participated in the 2017 Executive Learning Group, became a coach in the 2021 Executive Coaching Program, and has been a member of the Leadership Reading Groups since 2022.

Congratulations to the Wellness & Prevention Center on bringing a new, youth-designed mental health and wellness center to life in San Juan Capistrano. This milestone was made possible through a $2.7 million grant from CalOptima Health, a $2.5 million grant from the California’s Commission for Behavioral Health , and a $1 million grant from the California’s Commission for Behavioral Health . UC Irvine’s School of Social Ecology is a founding partner, working closely with WPC on allcove operations and staffing.

Serving young people ages 12 to 25, allcove offers a safe, inclusive space with free mental health and wellness services - no insurance required. The center provides comprehensive support, including mental and physical health care, substance use services, and assistance with housing, education, and employment. Services are delivered by licensed clinicians and providers, alongside trained peer support specialists - young adults with lived experience - who are supervised by licensed staff and equipped to offer meaningful, peer-centered support.

Susan Parmelee, Executive Director of WPC, participated in the 2024 Executive Learning Group. Bill Carson, Chairman of the Board is has been a member of our Leadership Reading Group since its inception.

Keegan M. Bell, CFRE is the new Executive Director of Philanthropy at Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Orange Coast. Keegan joins the Club at a pivotal time, as the organization continues to expand its reach and serve more youth than ever before. With more than two decades of nonprofit leadership experience and a deep passion for youth development, he will help strengthen their impact as they grow high-quality mentorship, academic enrichment, and workforce readiness opportunities across our communities.

Keegan also received his 5th re-certification of his CFRE International Certified Fund Raising Executive Certification as he celebrates 23 years of serving the nonprofit sector.

Keegan participated in the 2013 Senior Management Learning Group, was coached in the 2021 Executive Coaching Program, and was a member of the 2022 Leadership Reading Group.

Andrew Fahmy, Executive Director, United for Financial Security, Orange County United Way participated in a panel discussion highlighting the newest Orange County Community Indicators Report. It was a meaningful conversation about the trends shaping our region and the collaborative efforts needed to strengthen economic mobility and overall quality of life in Orange County.

You can read the report here.

Andrew participated in the 2025 Executive Learning Group.

Greg Bradford, CEO of IEHP Foundation, along with a variety of other health foundations from throughout the state, hosted a Gubernatorial Forum at UC Riverside. The forum was designed to help begin shaping the next Governor’s health agenda for the state and featured four of the current top candidates for the 2026 election for a new state Governor.

You can read the full article with additional details here.

Greg participated in the 2002 Executive Learning Group was coached in the 2010 Executive Coaching Program.

Congratulations to Donella Cecrle, Co-founder and President of The Purpose of Recovery, whose visionary leadership launched and shaped TPOR. From the organization’s earliest concept in 2019, Donella anchored TPOR in nationally recognized best practices, including the Faces & Voices of Recovery RCO/RCC model and SAMHSA’s definition and guiding principles of recovery. Her clarity of purpose, evident from day one, signaled that TPOR would embody the highest standards in the field.

You can read the newly released 5-Year Community Impact Report here.

Donella was coached in the 2024 Executive Coaching Program and participated in the 2025 Executive Learning Group.

Working Wardrobes’ recent Power Up for Success: Justice Reimagined event was more than a program — it was a powerful reminder of what’s possible when community comes together to support dignity, opportunity, and meaningful work.

The room was filled with energy, connection, and purpose as justice-impacted job seekers, volunteers, employers, and community partners gathered for a day focused on rebuilding careers and confidence. From the moment the program began, it was clear this was not just about employment skills - it was about being seen, supported, and encouraged to step into a new chapter.

You can read more information here.

Bonni Pomush, CEO, participated in the 2023 Executive Learning Group, and was coached in the 2024 Executive Coaching Program.

Tiare Escobedo is the new Senior Director of Center Operations at Braille Institute, where she oversees the centers in Anaheim, Laguna Hills, and Riverside. For more than 100 years, Braille Institute has been positively transforming the lives of individuals with blindness and low vision. The organization offers a wide range of programs, classes, and services to thousands of children and adults - of all ages and at every stage of vision loss. All services are provided free of charge, made possible through the generous support of their donors.

Tiare participated in the 2023 Senior Management Learning Group.

Jennifer Ponce, Chief Health Education and Promotion Officer at TCC Family Health, was selected as one of 30 nonprofit leaders from across the nation to participate in Allstate Foundation's leadership cohort for the class of 2026. Nonprofit leaders can take their leadership skills to the next level through this program created in partnership with Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management's Center for Nonprofit Management. In an immersive, collaborative environment, the program combines theory and practice to address challenges unique to the philanthropic sector.

Jennifer participated in the 2019 Senior Management Learning Group.