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Family Promise of Greater Washington County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Our Team
For general information, please call our main number at 971-217-8949 or email us at info@fpgwc.org
Lanndhese Talice
Executive Director
Lanndhese has 9 years of experience working with disadvantaged populations experiencing homelessness and those living with complex behavioral health challenges. With skills in non-profit management, community organizing, fiscal and grant management, outreach, and relationship building we are honored to have her a part of our Chapter. She is a strong advocate for the underserved and is passionate about advancing the health and well-being of those in need.
Ally Upton
With over a decade of program management experience, Ally oversees complex housing initiatives, ensures compliance with federal and state regulations, and develops strategic partnerships to support vulnerable communities. She manages emergency shelter operations, supervises support staff, and oversees grant funding and program spending. Ally is passionate about fostering safe, affordable, and inclusive communities through her housing, justice, and health advocacy work.
Amanda Briggs
Housing Case Manager
With a professional journey extending over two decades, Amanda's heart has been set on service to others. Her resume boasts a substantial 15 years in the caregiving sector, complemented by 6 years as a Certified Nursing Assistant. Her resolve is further fortified by her own battles with addiction, from which she has emerged determined to contribute positively to her community. This new direction in her career is fueled by a profound desire to care for others, a desire formed by her direct encounters with addiction and homelessness. These challenges have not only heightened her compassion but have also made her an invaluable contributor to our team. In Amanda's downtime, she enjoys relaxing at home with her wife and blended family, camping, and spending sunny days by the lake.
Kayla Hendricks
Community Engagement Specialist
Kayla has over 10 years of professional experience in social work and community outreach. She worked with youth ages 13-26 as a group life coordinator for OYA, later transferred to working with adults at the Oregon State Hospital (Psychiatric), and then went on to work at the Central Office of DHS Child Welfare in the Independent Living Program for current and former foster youth. Additionally, Kayla brings invaluable insight from her work with domestic violence and human trafficking survivors as well as facilitating the path to wellness for those in addiction recovery programs.
Outside of her professional life, Kayla is a proud single mother of three beautiful children ages 15, 12 & 10. In her free time, she enjoys stand-up comedy, snuggling her cats, and taking time to stretch and breathe.
Kendra Goldfaden
Housing Case Manager
Kendra is our Enhanced Rapid Rehousing Case Manager here at Family Promise. Her journey towards serving those facing homelessness began in her early teen years when she found herself on the streets of Beaverton Oregon- which would in turn ignite a passion and zest for helping others facing impossible odds. Kendra began as an intern at FPGWC with multiple years of lived experience and has since joined our team determined to lend a kind hand.
Outside of FPGWC, you can find Kendra riding motorcycles, rock climbing, going to the gym, and spending time fortifying her two most beloved relationships with Jesus Christ and her boyfriend.
Adelin Kantore
Data & Operations Coordinator
Adelin's journey exemplifies a steadfast commitment to making a difference. Armed with a Magna Cum Laude Master in Information Technology from Nelson Mandela University, he embarked on a diverse career path. Within academia, he fulfilled roles ranging from IT lecturer to repository manager, fostering learning environments and promoting open-access publications. Beyond academia, his entrepreneurial drive led to the establishment of a company in 2016.
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Devoted to community welfare, he served on the council of a Heritage Protection Resource Authority and as a board member of a non-profit organization advocating for Men's rights. A passionate supporter of youth advancement, Adelin's engagement in church initiatives underscores his dedication to fostering positive change.
Outside his professional pursuits, Adelin cherishes family moments over barbecues, relishes travel, and enjoys sharing hikes and nature walks with loved ones.
Carlos Santos
Case Manager
Carlos brings a decade of experience in youth and family services to his role at Family Promise. Driven by a deep commitment to supporting individuals and families in need, Carlos has dedicated his career to helping others overcome adversity.
His personal journey, marked by resilience and a strong desire to give back, fuels his passion for assisting those experiencing homelessness. He has a proven track record of success working with diverse populations, including displaced foster children, at-risk youth involved in the justice system, and homeless youth and adults, in his previous role as a residential treatment counselor.
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When he is not at work, he spends time with his wife, playing video games, cooking, and playing with his pets.
