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OUR STAFF & BOARD

Sparrow's Nest is led by a dedicated team of staff and board members who bring compassion, experience, and deep community commitment to our mission.

Our Staff

Our team of full time staff carries out the day-to-day work of Sparrow's Nest- coordinating meals, volunteers, outreach, and partnerships to ensure recipients receive reliable support throughout cancer treatment.

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Founder and Executive Director

Krista Jones

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Patient Liaison

Chris McGovern

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Financial Director

Beth Grommisch

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Assistant to the Executive Director

Chauntel Shaffer

Our Board

Sparrow's Nest is guided by a volunteer Board of Directors who provide oversight, governance, and strategic direction- helping ensure the organization remains financially sound, mission-focused and responsive to community needs.

Krista Jones

Executive Director & Founder

Teddi Bernich

Secretary

Dan Conniff

Treasurer

Sherene Williams

Recipient Liaison

Brian Scoralick

President

Laura Scampoli

Recipient Liaison

Laurie Greene

Board Member

Steven Loehr

Vice President

Jen Brady

Board Member

Stephen Whalen

Board Member

Abigail Gagliardi

Recipient Liaison

Our Commitment To Accountability

As a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, Sparrow's Nest is committed to transparency, ethical leadership, and responsible stewardship of resources. Our Board of Directors works closely with staff to uphold these values and ensure the integrity of our mission.

Our Commitment To Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Sparrow's' Nest is committed to ensuring equitable, respectful, and compassionate care for every individual and family we serve. We believe that support should be provided without discrimination and that every person deserves to feel seen, valued, and welcomed.

We are equally committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community among our staff, volunteers and board members. Sparrow's Nest strives to create a safe, respectful environment where people of all backgrounds are treated with dignity and where inclusion, understanding, and belonging guide our work.

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Founded in 2012 with the simple idea of cooking meals for families of local moms diagnosed with cancer, Sparrow's Nest has assisted more than 1,000 families in the Hudson Valley, feeding more than 5,000 individuals.

info@sparrowsnestcharity.org
(845) 204-9421
10 Town Center Boulevard
Hopewell Junction, NY 12533

Copyright 2026 by Sparrow's Nest Charity
A non-for-profit, section 501(c)(3) charity

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