Tshon Davis
SUPER FOOD PANTRY & Baby Center
With Tshon’s direction, the SUPER FOOD PANTRY and Baby Center provide approximately 14,000 pounds of groceries to 300 families every week, while 100 babies receive diapers and wipes each month.
Our Team
nOURish BRIDGEPORT Staff Leaders
Meet the dedicated staff leaders who guide nOURish BRIDGEPORT’s food assistance, adult education, farming, development, operations, and community programs.
Working for Our Community
Volunteer Powered, Staff Led, Community Anchored
Our staff works every day to connect individuals and families with nutritious food, essential supplies, education, volunteer opportunities, and practical support throughout Bridgeport.
Shauntae Livingston
Feel The WARMTH MOBILE HOT MEALS
Chris directs the Feel The WARMTH MOBILE HOT MEALS. Together with volunteers, hondreds of hot meals are prepared and served every week to unhoused neighbors and people living in transitional housing.
Lisa Sandstrom
ADULT ENGLISH EDUCATION PROGRAM
Under Lisa’s direction, the adult education program offers beginning and intermediate English, pathways to citizenship, digital literacy, financial literacy, and enrichment workshops to approximately 170 adult learners each trimester with the support of 50 volunteers.
Lezli Albelo
Indoor Hydroponic Farm
Since its inception, Lezli has been at the helm of the Indoor Hydroponic Farm, growing food using only water, light, and nutrients. More than 19 tons of produce have been harvested and distributed to date.
Mae Calzone
Lead Bookkeeper
Mae supports the organization’s financial recordkeeping and day-to-day bookkeeping operations.
Cassandra Jackson
Director of Development
Cassandra leads development efforts that strengthen donor relationships, fundraising initiatives, grants, sponsorships, and community partnerships.
Dan Masiello
Farm Sales Manager
Dan supports sales and distribution connected to the Indoor Hydroponic Farm and its locally grown produce.
Phil Ambrosino
Operations Manager
Phil oversees operational systems and daily logistics that help nOURish programs serve the community efficiently and reliably.
Talal Swaid
Head Custodian
Talal helps maintain safe, clean, and welcoming facilities for staff, volunteers, program participants, and community visitors.
Justine Rella
Assistant Bookkeeper & Grant Compliance
Justine supports bookkeeping responsibilities and helps maintain grant records, reporting requirements, and organizational compliance.
Chris Carbone
Social Media & Marketing
Chris supports social media and marketing efforts that share nOURish’s programs, impact, volunteer opportunities, and community stories.
Reverend Sara D. Smith, Esq.
President & CEO
Reverend Sara founded nOURish BRIDGEPORT in 2009 and continues to lead its mission, programs, partnerships, staff, and service to the community.