MEET THE TEAM
Executive Director
Kimberly Wilson
"I was born in Buffalo, NY. I am recently married with a blended family consisting of 5 children (2 sets of twins!). I have always loved growing food – even if it was from a small patio at first. In the future, I would love to teach the community, both children and adults, about the importance of growing food and how easy it can be."
Secretary
Kelly Kaufman
Bio coming soon!
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Board Member
Cody Mejeur
​Cody is an Assistant Professor in Media Study at University at Buffalo, where they teach in game studies and game development with focuses on storytelling and social justice. They look forward to using their research, grant writing, and community programming experience to support the food pantry.
President
Nicholas Tobiczyk
Nick is a Data Specialist by profession, but has been volunteering at the food pantry on and off since its initial inception as a church pantry in 2020, often with his wife, Jill. Over the years, Nick has developed a profound connection to his community through the pantry.​
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Treasurer
Julia Eager
Julia is a proud Buffalo native, ERP Software Consultant, and cat mom. She loves data, spreadsheets, and software, and is excited to be using those skills as the Board Treasurer, so that the Pantry can continue to provide much needed resources to the local community.
Board Member
Alyssa Mariani-Rutowski
Alyssa is a born and raised WNY artist and photographer, who believes that community is important.
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Volunteering at the Hope & Joy Food Pantry since 2023, they are grateful to have the opportunity to help families in need.
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Vice President
Jeff Wilson
"I am a new Social Studies teacher and also a small business owner for the past 13 years. I have volunteered with the pantry for the past couple of years to help the families within my community and have truly enjoyed providing food to those in need."
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Board Member
Gineen Frenning
As a retired teacher, Gineen has seen firsthand the needs in our community for resources such as food support. She is proud to be a part of such a worthwhile and invaluable service as the Hope & Joy Food Pantry.
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Board Member
Andy Duncan
As someone who loves to to craft things with his own hands, Andy is grateful to be on this board to help craft a better today in the city of good neighbors.
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