Our co-founder.
MARVIN MITCH
Marv Mitch was ordained a Roman Catholic priest, Master of Divinity, a Licentiate of Sacred Theology, and a Doctor of Sacred Theology.
From 1999 until he died in 2018, Marv served as the Director of Advocacy and Parish Social Ministry at Catholic Family Center. He was Academic Dean and Associate Professor of Christian Ethics at St. Bernard's Institute (now St. Bernard's School of Theology and Ministry) in Rochester from 1982-1999. He wrote and co-authored several books and many articles on Catholic social teaching and interfaith dialogue.
Marv was committed to social justice advocacy and education locally and globally. He was involved with many activist organizations, including the Greater Rochester Coalition of Churches, the Children's Agenda Interfaith Collaborative, the African Family Services Foundation, the Catholic Diocesan Public Policy Committee, the Labor Religion Coalition, the Rural & Migrant Ministry, and the St. Mary's Social Justice Committee.
Our Board.
Our team is a passionate group of advocates committed to empowering communities and driving meaningful change. Through collaboration and service, we work to amplify voices and advance impactful solutions.
Minister Donald Adams
Board Member
Ursula Butler
Board Member
Housing, Poverty & Jobs Chair
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Tracey Harrison
Board Member
Ruth Marchetti
Climate Justice Chair
Willia Major
Board Member
Treasurer
Fred Tanksley
Board Member
Communications Chair
Catherine Warren
Board Member
Voting Rights Chair
Loretta Wiggins
Board Member
Our STAFF.
Our staff is a dedicated team of professionals committed to advancing our mission through service, collaboration, and impact. With diverse expertise and a shared passion for advocacy, they work behind the scenes to support our initiatives and strengthen the communities we serve.
​Pastor Wanda Wilson
Executive Director & Organizer
​​Fatima Williams
Housing Search Navigator
​Mary Janice Williamson
Social Care Network Advisor