Gabriela Rodriguez was born and raised in Los Angeles. After visiting a few times, she moved to the Central Valley because she fell in love with the small-town feeling. She is passionate about making a difference in the community, advocating for others, and using her social media platforms to increase body positivity and self-love. She hopes to influence others to do the same. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Services from the University of Phoenix and a Master of  Science in Applied Behavior Analysis from Capella University. Gabriela is the Treasurer of the Hanford Chamber of Commerce and a member of the Soroptimist International of Hanford. Gabriela has worked in the human services field, behavior therapy, and other supportive services. In her spare time, Gabriela likes to hike, take spontaneous trips, and spend time with her family.

 

To contact Gaby, email gabriela@kpfp.org.

Karina Casarez is a Visalia resident who, from January 2018 to March 2020, served abroad in the Peace Corps as a Secondary Education English Teacher in Myanmar. Before joining the Peace Corps, she received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Political Science from California State University Channel Islands. She recently obtained a Master's in Global Affairs with a concentration in international law and human rights and a specialization in the United Nations from New York University. She has worked with Kings Partnership as the Office Administrator, Office Manager, and Multimedia Manager, Senior Support Specialist and now serves as the Operations Manager. These roles have provided her with the opportunity to "do her part” in making her community healthier. She is passionate about work that assists in the growth and development of individuals by ensuring that basic needs are met and by improving and empowering the community and community partners.

 

To contact Karina, email karina@kpfp.org.

Aliyah Ortiz is a Hanford resident who graduated from California State University, Fullerton, with a bachelor's in Public Relations. She is interested in pursuing a career in Higher Education as an Academic Counselor, where she can guide students toward their educational and career goals. For now, she will be focusing on doing her part in the Kings County community to provide support, awareness, and change. She is passionate about creating connections and building strong relationships with people in hopes of collaborating on new ideas that will positively impact the quality of life in Kings County. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading romance novels, and watching anime.

 

To contact Aliyah, email aliyah@kpfp.org.

Alyssa Blue was born and raised in Topeka, Kansas. After marrying her husband, they moved to Hanford to be closer to family. Alyssa is passionate about advocating for those who are silenced, sex education, and making the community a better place. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with certificates in Gender and Trauma Studies from the University of Missouri St. Louis. Alyssa has spent the last several years working in community mental health as well as with high-risk youth. She is interested in pursuing a career as a School Psychologist for at-risk high school youth. In her free time, she likes to paint, hike, and hang out with her animals

 

To contact Alyssa, email alyssa@kpfp.org. 

Gisselle Tamayo is a Hanford-born, Lemoore-raised resident who graduated Summa Cum Laude from California State University, Fresno with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. Her experience comes from interning and working within non-profit organizations where she discovered an interest in local outreach. She is passionate about developing and delivering wellness resources to her community while also fostering meaningful connections that will help advance initiatives to further promote positive growth in Kings County across various sectors. She is keen to explore different career avenues within the scope of her industry and remains open to seizing each and every opportunity life presents to her. In her free time, she enjoys quality time with her family, watching the latest TV shows & movies, listening to her favorite artists, and traveling.

 

To contact Gisselle, email gisselle@kpfp.org. 

Marilyn Castaneda is a Monterey Bay-born, Hanford-raised resident who graduated from Fresno State with a bachelor's in Print Journalism. After working in the newsroom and reporting local news in Fresno, Marilyn found an interest in outreach by serving her community. In her short time working with local non-profits, Marilyn feels passionate about making meaningful connections with others and helping those in underserved communities. She is also a small business owner for a cookie company called, The Sweet Crumb. In her free time, Marilyn loves to work for her business and sell at local events like the Thursday Night Market in Hanford. She also enjoys spending time with family and friends, as well as trying new foods and traveling. 

To contact Marilyn, email marilyn@kpfp.org.