Organizational Structure

1. Board of Directors:

Lauryn Gandy, Sabrina Gandy, Justin Thornton, JoAnn Gandy, Kari Hinds

Provides strategic oversight, legal accountability, and governance.

Key Roles:

    •    Chairperson/President – Lauryn Gandy. Leads the board, sets meeting agendas, ensures mission alignment.

    •    Vice Chairperson – Sabrina Gandy.Supports the Chairperson and steps in when needed.

    •    Secretary – TBD. Maintains meeting minutes and official records.

    •    Treasurer – Kari Hinds Oversees the budget, financial reports, and compliance.

    •    Board Members (2–5) – Offer expertise in education, health, tech, community engagement, or nonprofit management.

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2. Executive Leadership

Executive Director/Founder

Lauryn Gandy

    •    Oversees the nonprofit’s daily operations

    •    Leads program development and staff/volunteer coordination

    •    Manages partnerships, grants, and reporting

    •    Acts as the public face of Heart 2 Heart

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3. Program Team

Program Coordinator (Youth & Senior Services): Sabrina Gandy

    •    Designs and oversees student-senior engagement programs

    •    Coordinates certification and leadership tracks for students

    •    Organizes activities, workshops, and events

Ambassador Manager: Lauryn Gandy

    •    Recruits and trains student and adult volunteers

    •    Coordinates volunteer schedules

    •    Ensures background checks and compliance

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4. Development & Outreach Team

Kari Hinds and Justin Thornton

Fundraising & Grants Coordinator:

    •    Researches and applies for funding opportunities

    •    Plans fundraising events and donor campaigns

Marketing & Communications Lead:

Sabrina Gandy

    •    Manages website and social media

    •    Designs promotional materials and manages public relations

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5. Youth Advisory Coun

Lauryn Gandy

A small group of student leaders (ages 14–18) who:

    •    Provide feedback on program development

    •    Promote peer involvement

    •    Help plan events and outreach

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6. Senior Advisory Panel

Joann Gandy

A small panel of active seniors who:

    •    Provide feedback on program effectiveness

    •    Share ideas for future activities

    •    Advocate for the senior community