About Us
OUR MISSION is to provide supportive spaces within our communities for LGBTQ+ people to learn, grow, belong, and thrive.
OUR VISION is a Central Valley where all LGBTQ+ people are valued and celebrated.
Developed in collaboration with community stakeholders, leadership, and LGBTQ+ youth, our Theory of Change outlines The Source LGBT+ Center’s focus, values, strategies, and outcomes.
Our Staff
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       Brianhe/they Executive Director 
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       Nickhe/him Director of Development and Strategy 
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       Deanhe/him Director of Sexual Health Services 
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       Erikashe/her Director of Programs 
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       Alixhe/him/él Behavioral Health Programs Manager 
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       Stephanieshe/they Office Manager 
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       Marshe/him Marketing and Communications Manager 
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       Rudyhe/they Program Manager 
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      Renaeshe/her Case Manager / Certified Medical Assistant 
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       Josehe/him Community Programs Manager 
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       Keithhe/him Operations Coordinator 
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       Kylenthey/he Program Coordinator 
Our Board
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       Brett Woolman, LMFThe/him 
 Board Chair, Clinical Advisor“My son came out to me slowly as trans and I wanted to supportive and educated to make his life healthy and happy. We came to The Source to learn and get support in this new part of our life. After attending a transgender support group, we had found new layers of love and kindness for everyone. The Source has been a place of growth, understanding, and acceptance for us and others in the community.” 
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       Osvaldo Del Valle, EdD.he/him 
 Vice Chair“I joined the board because I believe in community involvement and being good citizens. The older I get that sense of duty to my communities grows stronger. We have to create a society that is truly indivisible for all. “ 
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       Raquelthey/them 
 Secretary“To offer a space and a voice for people that feel they can’t speak up. I am a queer person who is willing and able to be outspoken. I consider this a privilege. I want to provide inclusivity for people that need a place to exist-just as they are! “ 
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       Caity Meadershe/her 
 Interim Treasurer“I believe in the power of community. Home is not a place - it’s the people who care about you and accept you for all that you are. The Source is that place for many youth, adults, and families. A place folks can seek safety and support as they navigate the joys and challenges of being fully human in this world. I could not be more proud to serve as an ally to this organization and the incredible people who selflessly offer space inside their hearts to serve others.” 
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       Matthew Nelson, PhDhe/him 
 Board Member“Our community is a disco ball made brighter by its multifaceted and colorful histories. We get our shape and beauty through this dazzling texture of our differences. I joined the board because I love this community and because everyone deserves a chance to see themselves sparkle in that music together, a chance to feel that love.” 
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       Samir Trehanhe/him 
 Board Member"As someone who isn't from the area, the LGBT+ Community in the Central Valley has provided me with family and a sense of home. Joining the Board will give me the opportunity to continue to nurture the relationships I've made, create new ones, and continue to help the Source in creating a space so that others, like myself, find that same sense of community, regardless of where they are coming from." 
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       Nikki Downard, Licensed Cosmologistshe/her 
 Board Member“I found The Source after losing my son at the age of 19 to suicide in 2017. The Source has been a tremendous amount of support & resources for our family. I am proud to be an ally as a board member to continue spreading hope, love and acceptance within the community at large. No one should ever feel alone or unwanted. We all need a safe space to feel connected, like we matter, and make a difference in this universe. Donating to The Source saves lives.” 
Past Board Members
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      Cory D. Jaques MD, Board Chair 
 Brett Woolman, LMFT, Vice Chair
 Raquel, Secretary
 Cat Webb, TreasurerElissa Gill-Gonzalez, Osvaldo Del Valle, Leann Lo, Caity Meader, Matthew Nelson, PhD, Samir Trehan 
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      Bradley Rutledge, Board Chair 
 Dr. Cory Jaques, Vice Chair
 Raquel, Secretary
 Cat Webb, TreasurerBrett Woolman, Elissa Gill-Gonzalez, Osvaldo Del Valle, Richard E. Burchett Jr., Esq., Joel Vargas 
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      Bradley Rutledge, Board Chair 
 Sergio Urbano, Vice Chair
 Richard E. Burchett Jr., Esq., Secretary
 Cat Webb, TreasurerKatia Clark, Elissa Gil-Gonzalez, Sandra Koch, Casey Pownell, Dr. Cory Jaques, Raquel Lorenz, Brett Woolman, Joel Vargas, Osvaldo Del Valle 
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      Bradley Rutledge, Board Chair 
 Sergio Urbano, Vice Chair
 Richard E. Burchett Jr., Esq., Secretary
 Cat Webb, TreasurerKatia Clark, Elissa Gill, Dr. Joe Grecco MD, Dr. Kathryn Hall MD, Sandra Koch, Cassandra Pownell, Nicole Zweifel 
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      Bradley Rutledge, Board Chair 
 Sergio Urbano, Vice Chair
 Sarah Stephens, Secretary
 Cat Webb, TreasurerRichard E. Burchett Jr., Esq., Katia Clark, Elissa Gill, Dr. Kathryn Hall MD, Michelle Mitchell, Nicole Zwiefel 
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      Katia Clark, Board Chair 
 Bradley Rutledge, Vice-Chair
 Nicole Zweifel, Secretary
 Eva Montfort, TreasurerRichard E. Burchett Jr. Esq., Dr. Kathryn Hall MD, Michelle Mitchell, Sarah Stephens 
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      Nick Vargas, Board Chair 
 Bev Anderson, Vice Chair
 Katia Clark, Secretary
 Eva Montfort, TreasurerDana Galante, Dr. Kathryn Hall MD, Anthony Maldonado, Bradley Rutledge, Sarah Stephens, Nicole Zweifel 
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      Nick Vargas, Board Chair 
 Bev Anderson, Vice-Chair
 Katia Clark, Secretary
 Dana Galante, TreasurerReyes Anaya, Sara Bratsch, Jim Greer, Dr. Kathryn Hall MD, Trevor Lewis, Anthony Maldonado, Sandra Meade, David Rivera, Debbie Sanchez, Nicole Zweifel 
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      Brian Poth, Board Chair 
 Bev Anderson, Vice-Chair
 Bill Frolli, Secretary
 Nick Vargas, TreasurerReyes Anaya, Amy Benton, Slade Childers, Don Costa, Dana Galante, Orlando Molina Gonzalez, Dr. Kathryn Hall MD, Kevin Northcraft, Ethan Price, Jim Reeves, Debbie Sanchez, Nicole Zweifel 
Founding Board Members
Reyes Anaya, Beverly Anderson, Brian Poth, Bill Frolli, Nick Vargas, and Amy Benton
 
                         
            
              
            
            
          
               
            
              
            
            
          
               
            
              
            
            
          
            