Meet Our Board

Our fund is run by a volunteer working board who are actively involved in the governance and oversight of the fund.

  • Carol Beattie

    GROWTH AND C&O COMMITTEES MEMBER

    A lifelong Bay Area resident, Carol brought her 25+ years of nonprofit and fundraising experience to Healdsburg in 2014. She joined the board in 2015 and has a passion for sharing the value of the community fund and endowment with generous community members. Carol thrives on valuing people, humility, listening, trust, and care. She also gleans for Farm to Pantry, serves as a patient advisor for Kaiser Permanente, and is a docent for Oliver Ranch, combining her love of hiking and art. Additionally, she is teaching her two grown children about philanthropy through example and discourse as they engage in their communities.

  • Olivia Foppiano

    C&O COMMITTEE MEMBER

    Olivia is deeply passionate about Healdsburg and its community. As a fifth-generation resident, she brings boundless enthusiasm, energy, and dedication to the Healdsburg Forever board and the Communications & Outreach Committee. Olivia advocates tirelessly for supporting every member of our community. After earning an academic scholarship to Whittier College, Olivia embarked on a career in financial technology and finance. Today, she serves as a financial advisor at Edward Jones and runs a local practice.

  • Barbara Frome

    GRANTS COMMITTEE MEMBER

    Barbara has been connected to Healdsburg for over 25 years, ever since her husband proposed to her at A. Rafanelli Winery. They made the town their permanent residence a few years ago and quickly became supporters of several organizations, including Healdsburg Forever. Barbara has been a member of the Growth Committee since 2021, contributing her marketing and fundraising expertise gained from various professional development roles and nonprofit board positions.

  • Kevin Gay

    TREASURER | GROWTH COMMITTEE MEMBER

    Kevin brings an optimistic attitude and expertise in the nonprofit sector, with extensive experience in grant writing and grant allocation. Since relocating to Healdsburg in 2011, he and his wife, Mona Hanes, have actively contributed to the community by serving on local nonprofit boards. With a professional background in financial management, Kevin currently serves as the CFO of the Yosemite Conservancy. His philanthropic philosophy centers on "helping break the barriers that divide us, which allows us to see the humanity in each other."

  • Sarah Hafner

    C&O CHAIR | GROWTH COMMITTEE MEMBER

    Sarah moved to Healdsburg in 1982 with her husband, Parke. Board service and volunteering are an integral part of her life. In addition to Healdsburg Forever, she currently serves on Providence Hospice, GAVMAC and UC Davis Dean’s Advisory Council. Sarah's work at Healdsburg Forever is distinguished by her direct connection to the nonprofits of Healdsburg and Geyserville and their significant impact on our community. 

  • Ozzy Jimenez

    GRANTS CHAIR

    Born in Jalisco, Mexico, Ozzy moved with his family to Sonoma County, undocumented until the age of thirteen. At 23, he co-founded and became CEO of Noble Folk Ice Cream & Pie Bar, which is now celebrating over 10 years of success. After achieving business success, Ozzy focused on community service, becoming an advocate for LGBTQIA+ nonprofit philanthropy. In 2020, Ozzy served as a City Council Member and was elected Mayor of Healdsburg in 2022. His greatest desire is to serve and uplift his community, breaking barriers, sharing knowledge, opening doors, and aiding those most in need.

  • Alan Preston

    BOARD CHAIR | GROWTH COMMITTEE MEMBER

    Alan contributes extensive human resource and financial expertise to our board, coupled with a deep commitment to our success and a strong understanding of our Fund's business model. Alongside his wife Susan, Alan is a dedicated supporter of Healdsburg Forever and various other local and global nonprofits. In his recent professional role, he served as Vice President at Professional Program Insurance Brokerage. Prior to this, Alan enjoyed a distinguished career at Chevron Corp., where he crafted strategies, policies, and programs for its worldwide workforce.

  • Barbara Lannin

    GROWTH AND GRANTS COMMITTEES MEMBER

    Barbara was initially drawn to the area by its natural beauty, but it was the strong sense of community that ultimately led her to call Healdsburg home. Since settling here full-time in 2016, Barbara has been an integral part of Healdsburg Forever, serving on the Grants, Growth, Communications, and Outreach committees. With a history of serving on multiple Bay Area nonprofit boards and actively volunteering, Barbara is deeply committed to HF's mission of fostering a diverse, thriving, and more equitable community.

  • Grace Lucero

    GROWTH COMMITTEE MEMBER

    Grace has cherished Sonoma County since 2001 when she relocated from LA, first to Cloverdale, then to Healdsburg. With a distinguished career spanning over 25 years as both a General Contractor and Real Estate Agent, she is deeply committed to her community. Known for her straightforward approach, Grace prioritizes giving back, spending time with friends, and rescuing animals. At the forefront of her life is a strong desire to assist others, whether they are colleagues, friends, or strangers. Grace served on the Board of Directors for the Humane Society of Sonoma County from 2017 to 2022 and has been with the Anova Center for Education since 2022.

  • Larry Mills

    GROWTH COMMITTEE CHAIR

    Larry is an accomplished arbitrator and mediator affiliated with the JAMS panel of neutrals in Santa Rosa, San Francisco, and Seattle. In 2014, he relocated to Healdsburg from Bainbridge Island, WA, where he previously served on the board and held the position of President at the Bainbridge Community Foundation. Throughout his life, Larry has maintained an active involvement in community service, focusing on non-profit organizations dedicated to human services, education, choral concerts, and housing support. He remains dedicated to enriching and supporting the community, particularly through his efforts in promoting philanthropy via Healdsburg Forever and its community endowment.

  • Dave Odato

    GROWTH COMMITTEE MEMBER

    David served an impressive 30 years at UCSF as Senior Vice President, Human Resources at UCSF Health and Associate Vice Chancellor, Human Resources for all of UCSF. He currently serves on several nonprofit boards. David moved to Healdsburg in 2017 and joined the Growth Committee in 2022. He has a particular interest in ensuring people have access to food for a healthy and active life and in being an active and supportive member of the greater Healdsburg community.

Board members lead and participate in three committees alongside local community members.

Grants Committee

  • Chris Baldenhofer

  • Marie Butler

  • Barbara Lannin *

  • Paul Louis Maillard

  • Chair Ozzy Jimenez *

  • Lizbeth Perez

  • Steve Pogue

  • Lynn Woznicki

Growth Committee

  • Carol Beattie *

  • Barbara Frome *

  • Kevin Gay *

  • Barbara Lannin *

  • Grace Lucero *

  • Chair Larry Mills *

  • Alan Preston *

Communications & Outreach (C&O) Committee

  • Beryl Adler

  • Caroline Bontia

  • Lauren Buchanan

  • Olivia Foppiano *

  • Chair Sarah Hafner *

  • Ozzy Jimenez *

  • Melissa Kester

  • Rebecca Miller

  • Vanessa Miranda-Stewart

  • Matt Villano

* Indicates a current member of the Healdsburg Forever board.

Our Staff

Vanessa Miranda-Stewart

HEALDSBURG FOREVER LIAISON
impact@healdsburgforever.org

Vanessa brings over 15 years of marketing and communications experience, primarily in the nonprofit sector, to her role at Healdsburg Forever. Originally from Puerto Rico, she spent most of her childhood in the Washington, D.C., area before moving to Healdsburg five years ago with her husband, a Sonoma County native. Eager to get more involved in her community, she began volunteering with Healdsburg Forever in April 2021, leading to an expanded part-time role as the organization’s only paid employee in May 2024. Vanessa most recently worked for Redwood Credit Union but left that role when she became a mom. Fully bilingual in Spanish, Vanessa is proud to contribute to the Healdsburg Forever mission and is committed to fostering inclusivity and connection in her work.