Board of Directors
Lynn Monica (Board Chair)
“I learned about Culinary Angels in 2016 while managing a local garden that would routinely provide produce donations to Culinary Angels. I was inspired by the mission and joined the Board of Directors in 2019.” Click here for full bio.
Chuck Deckert (Vice Chair)
"During my battle with cancer, I struggled with receiving the proper nutrition, which is why I believe so strongly in our mission that provides nutritious meals to cancer patients." Click here for full bio.
Jennifer Geranen (Treasurer)
"We all know how important eating healthy in our everyday lives is, but even more so when one is fighting such a horrible disease. Being a cancer survivor myself, the mission of Culinary Angels spoke to me."
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April Vaughn Shabazz
"Culinary Angels and its dedicated volunteer base are an inspiration on both a personal and a professional level. The vision and mission are very much in alignment with the work and resources I provide and most importantly in alignment with my soul purpose." Click here for full bio.
Alison Negrin
"I joined the Culinary Angels' Board because the organization’s mission aligns with my life work; exploring the power of lovingly prepared therapeutic meals to the vulnerable." Click here for full bio.
Wende Amerie
“I have supported close family members through their cancer treatments, so the mission of Culinary Angels strikes close to home for me. I was proud to support the transition of resources from The Sandra J. Wing Healing Therapies Foundation to Culinary Angels and was so compelled by it that I joined the board to continue that support." Click here for full bio.
Craig Burnett
“Culinary Angels brings together two of my passions: supporting people through challenging journeys and clean, nutrient-rich food. I joined the Board because of that alignment with my values. I also appreciate the organization’s practical approach to supporting cancer patients and their caregivers.” Click here for full bio.
Ellen Bozzo
“ I joined Culinary Angels because the mission to support cancer patients and their caregivers through food during this difficult journey resonated with me, having experienced close friends and family navigate their daily lifestyle and palate, especially after treatments. I am honored to be part of this organization, supporting the mission.” Click here for full bio.
Dian Harrison
“The values and rights inherent to us all include those that make life worth living; access to food, education, work, health, and liberty. Culinary Angels’ mission addresses one of the most fundamental rights—access to healthy food—easing the burden on patients and caregivers during a major health challenge like cancer and helping to accelerate the healing process.” Click here for full bio.