Community leadership
Leadership with purpose
Local insight.
Shared responsibility.
Lasting impact.
Our leadership brings business experience, civic commitment, and deep knowledge of the Bronx to every decision—keeping the Foundation accountable to the community it serves.
06Active board members
01Shared community mission
100%Committed to the Bronx
Board of Directors
Guidance grounded in experience and service.
Our board stewards the Foundation purpose, strengthens its partnerships, and keeps every initiative connected to meaningful opportunity.
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Jennifer Rivera
Karirer LLC
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Jeff Underweiser
Legal Counsel
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Sandra Erickson
Vice Chairperson
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Jessica Gonzalez
Chairperson
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Madeline Marquez
TreasurerHow we lead
Good governance makes meaningful work possible.
Our leadership model pairs strategic oversight with the responsiveness and collaboration required to serve a changing borough.
Mission stewardship
Keeping programs, resources, and partnerships aligned with the Foundation's charitable purpose.
Responsible oversight
Supporting sound decisions, transparent practices, and the long-term health of the organization.
Community connection
Bringing Bronx perspectives and real-world experience into the conversations that shape our work.