The Friends of Foothill Family is a philanthropic group of amazing community advocates from Pasadena and surrounding areas who dedicate time, energy, and resources to Foothill Family’s mission which sees brighter futures in which individuals and families thrive, communities are strengthened, and generations are enriched.
The group was founded in 2000 by civic leaders Lori Winters Samuels and Shannon Seiter Williamson. The Friends of Foothill Family have raised more than $5 million for Foothill Family since the groups’ inception through participating in the agency’s back-to-school activities in the spring and summer, the Annual Gala and Auction, the community outreach and fall friend-raising events, and the holiday programming in the winter. Social gatherings, hands-on volunteer opportunities, and mission-driven conversations are held throughout the year to bring like-minded members together.
The group is led by a volunteer leadership Board. Membership is open year-round; all are welcome to join. For more information about the Friends of Foothill Family, please contact the Friends at (626) 993-3636 or friends@foothillfamily.org.
Upcoming Events
Join us in making a real difference by becoming a part of the Friends of Foothill Family! This dynamic group of volunteers is at the heart of our mission, giving back to the community in meaningful ways and helping ensure that every child and family has access to the support they need to thrive. Whether you’re passionate about service, fundraising, or simply want to get involved, the Friends of Foothill Family is an inspiring way to contribute. Together, we can close the gap for underserved communities and make lasting change. Come be a part of something truly impactful!
Barry’s Boot Camp
January 16 & 19, 2025
326 S Lake Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101
$40 Buy-In
Join us for a fun and exhilarating 50-minute HIIT class at Barry’s Bootcamp in Pasadena! Whether you run, job, or sprint, come swear it out for a great cause!
Friends of Foothill Family in the Community
Board:
Stefani Freeburg, President
Peter Leung, Vice President
Priscila Stanton, Past President
Xander Ruiz, Secretary
Vanessa Wolf Alexander, Sheela Gade, Liz Hall, Anita Lawler, Julietta Perez, Melissa Wu, Special Advisors
Amelia Swabb and Alexandra Wu, Social Media and Communications Co-Chairs
Grant Law, Community Outreach Chair
Estelle Reyes Madrid, Holiday Chair
Jennie Chang and Laura Law, Buy-In Parties Co-Chairs
Peony Cai and Anna Liang, Membership Development Co-Chairs
The Friends:
Nicole Adrien
Vanessa Wolf Alexander
Julia Almanzan
Lisa Austin
Lengxin Bao
Jeanne Beckman
Liz Cabot
Peony Cai
Marisa Callahan
Jennie Chang
Yvonne Cheng
Kristin Chapman
Tina Chiou
Jessica Connolly
Rachel Criswell
Nellie Duran
Julia Edwards
Stefani Freeburg
Sheela Gade
Stela Garcia
Vivian Godoy Rodriguez
Diana Gonzalez
Liz Hall
Patricia Han
Daryll Hinckley
Allyson Thomas Holliday
Mike Huang
Lei Jin
Lauren Johnson
Denise Lam
Dori Larsuel
Grant Law
Laura Law
Anita Lawler
Eva Lee
Lily Lee
Marie Levenick
Anna Liang
Peter Leung
Raymond Liu
Jerilyn McAniff
Karen Mondanlou
Christine Muller
Dana O’Neill
Julietta Perez
Susan Price
Betty Rabadi
Nicole Rabaudi
Shelly Reisch
Estelle Reyes Madrid
Xander Ruiz
Lori Samuels
Lori Sheikh
Rochelle Siegrist
Willie So
Karen Stalick
Priscila Stanton
Amelia Swabb
Christine Tarr
Quinn Taylor
Kristin Techentin Harrison
Emily Thiel
Derek Tsu
Christine Villalpando-Escobar
Sherry William
Melissa Wu
Alexandra Wu
Heidi Xue
Nancy Yang
Valerie Yee
Katrina Yullie
Valerie Zapanta-Koselke
