Brian Heney
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
With over 15 years of leadership in the non-profit sector, Brian Heney’s career is a testament to driving social impact, fostering inclusive communities, and spearheading transformative projects. Brian has a deep commitment to amplifying missional focus and expanding organizational reach.
Barbie Csore
MANAGING DIRECTOR
Barbie has over 13 years of operations and HR management experience, and a Masters in Business Administration. Barbie has worked for multiple medical device companies and property management companies before transitioning into nonprofit work.
Amanda Edwards
EVENTS MANAGER
Amanda first came to HIF in 2020, just a couple weeks after the COVID-19 shelter-in-place, from a varied background of non-profit work, events, archaeology, and academia. She initially started in programs, helping run the EHF program in a time of greatly increased demand for our programs.
Christina Blackketter
SERVICES PROGRAM MANAGER
Christina started at HIF in April 2023 and now manages both the Renovation Program and the Affordable Housing Initiative program, which includes assessing and reviewing applications, collaboration with donors and partners, rent collection, data collection, and community outreach.
Jennifer Jansen MacDermott
HOUSING PROGRAM MANAGER
With over 30 years of experience in program and project management, Jennifer brings a wealth of knowledge and a deep commitment to her role. Since joining HIF, Jennifer has actively engaged in agency outreach, strengthening relationships with partner organizations.
Brandi Wilson
OPERATIONS MANAGER
Brandi joined HIF in July 2024 as the Operations Manager. New to the nonprofit sector, Brandi brings over a decade of diverse experience in office and financial management, gained through her work in healthcare, collision repair, and construction—all in small business settings.
Breigha Sawyer
DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Breigha Sawyer is a passionate grant writer and fundraiser with a strong dedication to nonprofit development. Over the years, she has collaborated with a diverse range of organizations including homeless services, and more recently a farming education program in the Bay Area.