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Meet the Board

Our board brings together lived experience, professional expertise, and a shared belief that every young person deserves dignity, care, and hope. Together, they provide guidance, leadership, and strategic direction to help advance the mission of Suitcases of Hope.

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Ashley Garcia Rivera

Founder & President 

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Elizabeth Benstead

Treasurer 

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Rachel Shifaraw

Board Member

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Sara van Geertruyden

Board Member

Advocate. Educate. Transform. 

Suitcases of Hope is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to ensuring youth in foster care experience dignity, hope, and care during life’s most difficult transitions.

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