. WOMEN IN PHILANTHROPY - PAGE 7 DESERT CHARITIES NEWS EVE FROMBERG EDELSTEIN In addition to serving as legal counsel, consultant, and legal advisor to build nonprofit organizations that are sustainable, and are looking to grow and expand, Fromberg Edelstein has gone from serving as the longtime co-vice chair of DAP Health to its board chair. When she assumed the role in May, she embraced not a “changing of the guard,” but a collaborative continuation of the organization’s mission. Succeeding Patrick Jordan — who guided DAP Health through the COVID-19 pandemic and the Borrego Health acquisition — Fromberg Edelstein brings four years of board service, her legal expertise, and extensive nonprofit and business experience to the position. Guided by DAP Health’s 2025–2028 strategic plan, she aims to expand the organization’s reach beyond its historic HIV focus to address the needs of other marginalized populations, including women, children, and individuals facing chronic health issues from poverty or environmental hazards. She emphasizes that DAP Health’s legacy as a refuge during health crises — AIDS, COVID-19, mpox, and the opioid epidemic — remains its foundation, even as it grows to serve more communities. Fromberg Edelstein envisions the nonprofit as a national leader in equitable, culturally competent health care, engaging “microcultures” with trust and respect. She sees her role as amplifying the voices of those who feel unseen or unheard, ensuring they know they are valued and a£rmed. With a focus on resilience, adaptability, and holistic care, she is committed to implementing the strategic plan through energy, collaboration, and a steadfast commitment to health equity. “We want to be the most powerful voice for those we serve,” she says. “You are seen. You are heard. And we will a£rm you.” Eve Fromberg Edelstein Board Chair DAP Health (760) 320-2804 Eve.Fromberg@feflaw.com www.daphealth.org SPOTLIGHT BRIANNA KELLY American Red Cross Regional Communications Manager Making A Dierence The American Red Cross Southern California Region, which proudly serves Riverside, San Bernardino, Orange, San Diego and Imperial Counties, exists to provide compassionate care to those in need. As a Regional Communications Manager with the Southern California Region, Brianna Kelly promotes the vital work of the Red Cross in the community. She is passionate about sharing the Red Cross story across Southern California, encouraging the public to join the Red Cross in fulfilling its mission of preventing and alleviating human suering in the face of emergencies - down the street, across the country and around the world. VALERIE KATTZ Animal Samaritans Marketing & PR Specialist Making A Dierence By day, Valerie Kattz is the Marketing & PR Specialist for Animal Samaritans. By night, she’s a devoted pet mom to three rescue dogs and one judgmental (but adorable) bearded dragon. With nearly 30 years in radio and TV, Valerie has hosted shows, emceed fundraisers, and even ran her own talk show, Pet Chat with Valerie Kattz, focusing on local animal issues. As a volunteer pet news contributor for NBC Palm Springs, she continues to amplify animal welfare stories while supporting rescue eorts through her work with Animal Samaritans—making a dierence, one tail wag at a time. TERRI KETOVER Do The Right Thing Greater Palm Springs President/CEO Making A Dierence What better way to make a dierence than to impact the youth of our community. I serve as President/CEO of DO THE RIGHT THING – GREATER PALM SPRINGS in conjunction with the Palm Springs Police Department and area schools. The program is dedicated to recognizing and rewarding school-age children for their positive behavior, attitudes, and accomplishments, and fostering relationships between young people and local law enforcement ocers. In addition, DTRT has provided scholarships totaling $100,000 to graduating high school seniors over the past 2 years. I also continue serve as Co-Chair of the Western Wind Writers Contest for PSUSD 7 th graders, as well as serving on the boards of the Barbara Sinatra Children’s Center and the Boys & Girls Club of Palm Springs. MARGARET KEUNG Boys & Girls Club of Palm Springs CEO and Executive Director Making A Dierence Margaret Keung is the executive director of the Boys & Girls Club of Palm Springs. Following a 30-year career in the financial industry, Margaret was inspired to pivot to the nonprofit world during her tenure as a board member for the Club – increasing her commitment by stepping up to lead the organization. She has expanded the Club’s programs and services, including the establishment of a Health & Wellness Center. Margaret is proud to be at the helm, helping to provide the resources and mentors needed to make long-term positive impacts on the lives of these at-risk youth. BECKY KURTZ Desert Town Hall Executive Director Making A Dierence We strive to make a dierence in our community with Desert Town Hall, a premier speaker series that brings leaders from the world stage to our stage in Indian Wells. Becky feels a special responsibility to future generations and has found a creative outlet for that passion through her work at Desert Town Hall. “Youth Town Hall is one of the best parts of Desert Town Hall, where high school students meet with speakers before the evening’s main event,” she said. “We invite area high schools (from Desert Hot Springs to the Salton Sea) who choose students to send to each of the events. “I’m blessed to do what I love every day, live in a beautiful community, stay engaged at the local level, and reach out to connect renowned leaders with the citizens of the Coachella Valley. Who can ask for more?” DR. JENNA LE COMTE-HINLEY HARC, Inc. Chief Executive Officer Making A Dierence HARC, Inc. (Health Assessment and Research for Communities) is a nonprofit that advances quality of life by helping community leaders use objective research and analysis to turn data into action. HARC conducts the Coachella Valley Community Health Survey every three years and provides that data back to the community at no charge. HARC also makes a dierence by providing research, evaluation, and data consulting services to dozens of local nonprofits, healthcare agencies, and government agencies. Dr. LeComte-Hinely has been leading HARC’s work for more than a decade, making a dierence in the Coachella Valley and beyond.
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