Sierra Foothills

About Us: Assistance League Sierra Foothills

Caring Hands, Generous Hearts

At Assistance League Sierra Foothills, we turn compassion into action. Our dedicated volunteers identify and bridge the most critical gaps in our community, striving to ensure that our neighbors have the opportunity to thrive.

Core Purpose and Shared Beliefs

A Better Future Starts with Investing in Potential Today

Mission

Assistance League Sierra Foothills volunteers enhance the lives of children and adults in El Dorado County through our community programs.

Vision

To address the evolving community needs through the dedication and commitment of our members

Values

Service To El Dorado County Residents

Leadership Willingness to Lead and Develop Leaders

Integrity Doing the Right Thing in a Reliable Way

Collaboration Working Together for Common Goals

Dr. Ed Manansala, El Dorado County Superintendent of Schools, presents Outstanding Community Organization award.

Our partner, Walmart, Placerville awards Operation School Bell® Program with a check.

Assistance League Sierra Foothills members accept a grant from El Dorado Community Foundation at their 2026 awards ceremony.

Thank You for Your Service

2025-2026 Board of Directors

Pictured from left to right: Joy Wright, Cynthia Lowery, Amy Holliday, Carol McNamara, Bonni Bergstrom, Pam Jarvis, Ana White, Carol Geaney, Elaine Armstrong, Karen Simon, Deanna Souther. Not Pictured: Irene Muzio, Lisa Brinkley

2026-2027 Board of Directors

Guiding and Inspiring for Impact

Cynthia Lowery

President
Boni Canning

President-Elect
Pam Jarvis

Recording Secretary
Bonni Bergstrom

V.P. Membership/Education
Karen Simon

Philanthropic Programs
Open

Resource Development
Open

Fundraising
Irene Muzio

Marketing Communications
Carol Geaney

Strategic Planning
Deanna Souther

Technology
Joy Wright

Treasurer

Advisory Council

Navigate the Future with Us

Assistance League Sierra Foothills has formed an Advisory Council of local professionals to boost community partnerships, visibility, and expertise. This team provides strategic guidance to improve our impact in El Dorado County.

Pamela Maxwell

V.P. Corporate Social Responsibility, Community Development Manager

U.S. Bank, Northern California & Utah
Jaqueline McHaney, Esq.

Assistant Superintendent, Administrative Services

Buckeye Union School District, El Dorado Hills, CA
Trina Muzio

Senior Controller

Butcher Power Products, Rancho Cordova, CA
Amy Pooley

Executive Director

El Dorado Community Foundation, Placerville, CA
Allan Priest

Owner

ESI Builders & Remodelers, Golden Oak Investment, Inc.
Mary M. Stacy

Realtor, Certified Residential Specialist, Graduate Real Estate Institute

RE/MAX Gold, Town Center Blvd, El Dorado Hills, CA

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