Interested in joining our Board?

The Board of Directors shares a passion for our mission and an interest in guiding Family Connections’ work. We have openings on our Board for individuals who are eager to guide organizational decisions, provide input, and celebrate the work that we do.
Parents/caregivers, people who live/work in Southeast San Francisco, financial advisors, fundraisers, attorneys, educators, people in tech, and those dedicated to the family support and education fields are all encouraged to apply! No previous board experience is required.
If you are interested in joining, please contact us or fill out the application below:

Chris Bunting

Board Co-chair
Engineering Manager • Pinterest

Chris Bunting is a software engineer, radio host, and avid outdoor enthusiast. Residing in Northern California for much of his life, he spent eight summers working for the Santa Rosa Recreation and Parks Department beginning as a volunteer and concluding as the Director of Camp for Doyle Adventure Camp. Between participating in community building endeavors such as the Market Street Prototyping Festival and his weekly radio program, Roll Over Easy, he’s found joy in learning about the Bay Area’s rich history, ideas, and people that make this slice of Earth so special.

“I joined the Family Connections Board of Directors in September 2018. I support FCC because it’s an outstanding organization focused on developing strong, healthy families and building thriving communities. Over the past 3+ years, I am constantly impressed by the community outreach, quality of education, and wonderful staff! I love Family Connection Centers and the positive impact they have on the communities they participate in.”

“Goodnight Moon, written by Margaret Wise Brown and illustrated by Clement Hurd is my favorite children’s book. It’s a book my parents read to me countless times during my childhood, and it always brings back fond memories.”

Reanna Tong

Board Co-chair
Planner • City and County of San Francisco

Reanna is a planner with a passion for community development, engagement, transportation, and maps. She grew up in the Portola and attended schools in Chinatown, the Marina, and the Richmond. Reanna stays active in the Portola in the hopes of making it enjoyable and safe, especially for the many immigrant family households and young people. Catch her running the streets of San Francisco or collecting stories of her experiences on Muni.

“During my time serving on the neighborhood association in the Portola, I had a chance to partner with Family Connections Centers’ staff and see the wonderful work they do firsthand. The core of Family Connections is an understanding that supporting families does not only mean providing an amazing space and program for young people to play and learn, but providing for everyone involved in their lives. My favorite part of FCC is their dedication to making programs and the environment accessible, meaningful, and safe for everyone.”

“Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH by Robert C. O’Brien will always have a special place on my list of childhood books! My fifth-grade teacher read this to us during reading time and it always transported us to another world from the perspective of a mouse and animals. Also, almost any book or item that appeared on a Scholastic Book Order Form!”

Roy Hom

Board Treasurer
Patent Agent • Mintz

Roy Hom joined the Family Connections’ Board in 2019, adding his knowledge of the Excelsior neighborhood where he formerly resided to his professional expertise. Roy is a Patent Agent at Mintz et al., who focuses his practice on US and international patent prosecution and counseling for life science companies and academic institutions. Roy holds a PhD in Organic Chemistry and is listed as co-inventor on more than 20 patent applications and 18 issued US patents.

“I love FCC’s programs, which are so well-run, invested in the community, and provided in multiple languages. FCC provides fantastic support for families and children, regardless of economic status.”

“My favorite children’s book is Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak because it is fun! I loved Max’s fantastical worlds in which he played.”

Mark Snyder

Board Secretary
Storyteller • ServiceNow

Mark has been on Family Connections’ Board since 2016 and has a lengthy background in working with nonprofit organizations and marginalized communities. Mark is Storyteller for ServiceNow, developing and sharing stories of the agency’s impact. Mark was previously Communications Manager for Gap Inc. and Director of Communications for Equality Federation, where his role included strategic messaging, brand awareness, media relations, and movement building.

“Family Connections provides immediate and long-term tangible impacts on the lives of children and their families. This foundation creates healthier communities and the ripple effect of it is impossible to measure. It’s incredibly rewarding to see the lives of children and families improve and to see them more empowered and prepared for their futures.”

“My favorite book is The Sissy Duckling by Harvey Fierstein. As a child, I was bullied and called a sissy. I love how the duckling and his family end up finding strength and pride in being sensitive and caring.”

Ellen Garcia

Director of Programs & Operations • Vouchers 4 Veggies, UCSF

Ellen Garcia is a community nutrition and nutrition education pro, with a special passion for advancing food security in San Francisco. Ellen was first introduced to Family Connections when teaching a cooking class for their kids on behalf of the nutrition education nonprofit, Leah’s Pantry. (She made a green smoothie with the afterschool kids, and they all tried it!) Over the years she has returned again and again, both in a professional capacity as a cooking teacher and Senior Program Manager with the San Francisco Marin Food Bank, and in a personal capacity, first as a neighbor on San Bruno Avenue and ultimately as a parent. She currently manages the EatSF produce prescription program housed at UCSF. Ellen is an avid home cook, occasional banjo player, and proud SFUSD mom.

“I love the Family Resource Center model, which supports caregivers in addition to kids. I have experienced firsthand the difference this makes because my husband and I work long hours in food service and nonprofits, and our extended family lives far away. The programming and wonderful sense of community provided by Family Connections has definitely helped us stay in San Francisco to raise our son. He has attended Next Steps, preschool, afterschool, summer enrichment, and countless holiday celebrations at the Portola center. It’s a great feeling to walk down San Bruno Avenue and have so many people wave or say hi because they recognize us from Portola Family Connections. I am thrilled to contribute to this organization that brings neighborhoods together!”

“I love Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day by Judith Viorst. In this book, elementary schooler Alexander wakes up grumpy and faces one emotional or moral challenge after another, all day. He is unsure how to fit in. He fantasizes that his life would be easier if he lived in Australia, but his mom knows the truth! I really identified with Alexander as a kid, because when you’re a kid and you’re unhappy, everyone tries to fix it or talk you out of it. But the truth is that we all have tough days and even days we’re grumpy for no good reason. The book is a funny reminder that good mental health means accepting occasional difficulty and unhappiness, not avoiding it.”

Robyn King

Program Director at Safe Navigation • Bayview Hunters Point Foundation

Robyn is an Oakland native and brings an extensive background in Early Childhood Education, which began 30 years ago when she opened Toybox Tots, an accredited home-based preschool. Since then, Robyn has founded a nonprofit and held various positions in Alameda & Contra Costa counties that have prepared her to be a contributor to FCC. She is deeply committed to serving as a catalyst for positive change for families and children. In her spare time, she enjoys crafting, interior decorating, hosting, and hanging with her girls.

“I support FCC because of their dedication to children and parents/caregivers in SF. I am committed to utilizing my knowledge to assist Family Connections in reaching its goals of providing equitable experiences and opportunities to families.”

“The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein is my favorite book because it mirrors my upbringing and beliefs. To give to others without expectation of a return, without critique, and to be able to give completely [continuously] is a true gift. It resonates with a mother’s heart (mine) of unconditional love.”

Nikita Saini

Public Defender • Marin County

Nikita is a Bay Area native and a Public Defender for Marin County. Nikita has lived and worked in San Francisco for over a decade—first as a San Francisco Public Defender and then as a Legislative Aide to District 9 Supervisor Hillary Ronen, where she was responsible for overseeing the Portola District. It was in this role that she was introduced to Family Connections Centers and understood what an important impact this organization has on youth and families in the communities served. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time exploring art galleries and sailing in the bay.

“Having worked as a legislative aide for Supervisor Ronen I know how incredible this organization and the communities it serves is. I love this little hood that could!”

My favorite children’s book is If You Give A Mouse A Cookie by Laura Numeroff.

Connor Skelly

Chief Operating Officer • Perez Construction

Connor is the COO of Perez Construction, a high-end residential remodeling firm headquartered in San Francisco. Prior to working at Perez, Connor spent five years working at Bridgespan, a strategy consulting firm that works with nonprofits and philanthropists. Connor grew up in the Bay Area and moved to San Francisco in 2012 to teach 7th grade math at KIPP Bayview Academy, a public charter school. His current employer, Perez Construction, is owned by the family of one of his former students. Connor lives with his wife and three young children (ages 4, 2, and 1) in Mission Terrace.

“I support FCC because of their steadfast support of families in our community through their wraparound services. I have deep admiration for Yensing, her vision for the organization, and the stellar FCC staff.”

“This is a tough question, as I have so many favorites! Chicka Chicka Boom Boom is a classic. It is a story of tragedy, redemption, and mischief, all wrapped up in a fun rhyme about the ABCs. Our family has had dozens of bedtime books shuffled through over the years, but this one is a permanent fixture on our bookshelf.”