The Team at Finally Family Homes
Finally Family Homes is a Santa Clarita based organization serving youth at risk of homelessness, especially those aging out of foster care. Our team comes from a variety of backgrounds, skills, and gifts. We all share a passion to invest in and care for young adults thrust into the world without the security of a home or family.
We believe genuine, healthy connection is the key to our success and theirs.
Read more about each of our board members and staff below!
Meet the Board
Jeffrey P Forrest
MBA, MDIV
Board MemberDirector of Older Youth Initiatives at Conrad N. Hilton
Foundation
Steven Mejia
MBA
V.P.CFO at
ICL Academy
Owner
Tiny Living LA
Jun Shim
SecretaryAttorney at
Hermance Law
Photos coming soon:
Cyndi Kleinfeld
and
Claudeniece McCallister
Board MemberNew Board Members
Jill Friedman
MSW
Interim Board ChairRetired Social Worker & Professional Baker
Marla Morgan
MPA
Recruitment & DevelopmentEntrepreneur
Former Foster Youth
Meet the Staff
Christina Dronen
Founder, Executive DirectorChristina serves as Executive Director for Finally Family Homes
Read More About Christina Dronen
Mary Bergen
Executive AssistantMary serves as Executive Assistant, Housing Navigator, and Life Launch Program Manager for Finally Family Homes
Read More About Mary Bergen
Ali Bodager
Operations SupportAli supports us behind the scenes and has worked in the nonprofit world for over 9 years.
Read More About Ali Bodager
Host Homes Program Team
Meet our amazing team supporting our Host Homes Program.
Deana Mendez
Youth AdvocateDeana serves on the team for the Host Homes Program, supporting the youth in need of housing. She is currently pursuing her MSW.
Oasis Center Team
Coming Soon
Oasis Manager
Heidi Leonhardt
Activities Coordinator
Coming Soon
Volunteer Coordinator
Meet the Rest of the Team
Aimee Dunne, MBA
Operations ConsultantAimee brings new perspectives and deep knowledge to help us optimize our efficiency and innovation.