Rooted in relationships. United by purpose. Accountable to our community.
Meet the staff and board behind Seeds 4 Success, explore our story, and learn how we steward the resources entrusted to us to sustain opportunities for young people and families.
Mission
Working together as a community to provide children from low-income communities with the skills and support to achieve success in school and life
Vision
Every child in Annapolis has the opportunity to build a bright future.
Our Story
About us
Seeds 4 Success began in 2008 as the Eastport Girls Club, bringing together Annapolis residents around a shared commitment to young people in their community. Incorporated as a nonprofit in 2011, the organization grew with the involvement of families, volunteers, and community partners, including the Housing Authority of the City of Annapolis.
Today, our LEARN, DREAM, GROW, and SHARE programs connect academic learning, mentorship, college and career exploration, and family support. Young people and caregivers help shape our work, and former participants now serve on our staff. Our story continues through these lasting relationships and the strengths, aspirations, and leadership of our community.
Staff
Executive & Development Team
Jen Pastrone
Executive Director
jen.pastrone@seeds4succes.org
Nikki Richards
Manager of Advancement
nikki.richards@seeds4success.org
Sean McCarthy
Manager of Institutional Giving
sean.mccarthy@seeds4success.org
Staff
Program Team
Caitlin Tobies
Program Director
caitlin.tobies@seeds4succes.org
Becky Zarrella
Program Manager
becky.zarrella@seeds4success.org
Daphne Hernandez
Youth and Family Success Associate, Alumni
daphne.hernandez@seeds4success.org
MOST Network
AmeriCorps VISTA
Sue Wible
Program Coordinator
sue.wible@seeds4success.org
Governance and Stewardship
Board of Directors
Mary Grace Folwell, President
Lynne Evans, Vice President
Mary Smith, Treasurer
Kéla Ballard Tucker, Secretary
Corey Galinsky, Director
Gabriel Walman, Director
Cindy Wilson, Director
Financial Information
Nurturing Tomorrow’s Leaders Today | Nutriendo a los Líderes del Mañana
