The mission of the Community Fund is to provide financial support and assistance to programs which improve the health, quality of life, and benefit the communities we serve. As the organization’s Board of Directors we are the governing body honored to hold these roles which provide oversight and management of program.
Board of Directors
Russell Hayes
Board President
Russell has been an active member in his community through various organizations since 2006. As a volunteer he has served food, helped manage facilities, and organize activities. It’s a privilege for him to continuing serving his community by being a board member.
Robert Pfeffer
Board Vice President
Robert has served as an on-call resource to help individuals at St. Vincent De Paul Society and collect and distribute food at Delta Christian Comm. Food Pantry. The opportunity to continue contributing communities in need is a rewarding experience for him.
Kristal Castrejon
Application Administrator
A little over four years ago, Kristal became a member of the community fund. She did so to make a positive change within the SJW Employee community for those who donate their time to organizations that significantly affect their community. Reading is one of her favorite hobbies, and she also enjoys coaching her son's baseball and soccer teams.
Jessica Kissel
Board Member
Jessica has always valued giving back to her community through volunteering. She’s worked with organizations focused on animal welfare, poverty alleviation, education, and more. She is happy to support the community fund and her fellow employees in their work for causes that are important to them.
Paula Tran
Board Treasurer
Paula is currently the board treasurer. Her area of expertise are in budgeting and financial reporting. As part of the board she enjoys learning about organizations, and colleagues life outside of work. Outside of SJW she enjoys swimming, volunteering, eat nuts and chocolates.
Michael Pangalos
Board Member
As a board member of the community fund, Michael likes to be engaged in the community and advance the awareness and assistance in community projects. He enjoys being part of the small building blocks of joy and inspire optimism and kindness. He is also a passionate about soccer and lake fishing.
Vacancy
Board Member
Reach out to our President or Vice President if you have questions about joining the board.
Totran Mai
Board Secretary
Totran has been involved in community service for over 20 years from literacy programs to provided GIS support during natural disasters. She finds being involved in nonprofits brings a positive change to the world in which we live. She is an avid traveler who also enjoys cooking and gardening.
Damon Rodriguez
Board Member
Damon has been a valued member of the board for the past three years. He takes great pride in being a part of a company that gives back to the community. He coaches softball, which allows him to witness firsthand the positive impact that our company's contributions have on people's lives.
Retiree - Vacancy
Board Member
If you are a SJW retiree or know someone who is, consider submitting your application to become a board member!