Board & Team

The leaders behind A New Day Foundation: entertainers, executives, educators, and advocates who give their time so young people ages 13–19 can thrive. Select anyone to read their story.

Board of Directors

Our governing board sets the foundation's direction and stewards every gift, led by founder and president Dawnn Lewis.

Dawnn Lewis
Founder

Dawnn Lewis

Founder & President

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Cheri Haft

Cheri Haft

Treasurer

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Claire Padmore-Clarke

Claire Padmore-Clarke

Board Member

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Scott McGregor

Scott McGregor

Board Member

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Deane Leavenworth

Deane Leavenworth

Board Member

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Lenny McNeil

Lenny McNeil

Board Member

Advisory Board

Senior leaders from transportation, community affairs, and advocacy who guide our strategy and open doors for our students.

George Gibbs

George Gibbs

Advisory Board Member

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Arnold Hackett

Arnold Hackett

Advisory Board Member

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Adriane Lamar-Snider

Adriane Lamar-Snider

Advisory Board Member

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Our Team

The people who plan the outings, run the programs, and make sure every young person feels welcome.

Christy Zhou

Christy Zhou

Programs

Sheila Gilmore

Sheila Gilmore

Outreach

Want to work with our leadership?

Partnerships, board inquiries, and volunteer leadership start with a conversation.