Our Team

  • Amy Bennett

    Executive Director

    Amy Bennett has a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and a Masters of Nonprofit Organizations. Prior to joining the YWCA, Amy was the Executive Director of Heartland CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates).

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  • Kristine VanHoosen

    Director of Early Care and Education

    Kristine comes to us with over 15 yrs of experience in the early childhood field & brings a strong commitment to quality care. She has experience in running her own in-home daycare to being a teacher & administrator at St. Paul's Cornerstone ELC.

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  • Tiffany Karre

    Programs Specialist

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  • Laura Gamboa Urrego

    Community Organizer

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  • Katy Robins

    Director, YWCA Child Development Satellite Site at the OLC

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  • Lucero Lozano

    Director, Fonner Park Child Development Center

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Board of Directors

Our Board of Directors is a diverse group of women leaders using their passion, insights, and connections in the community, to create real impact for YWCA of Grand Island.

Executive Board

  • April Empfield
    Chair - RRMH Insurance

  • Joana Reyes
    Vice Chair - GIPS Gear Up Program

  • Andrea Jones
    Treasurer - Hornady Manufacturing

  • Christine Haba
    Secretary - BBBS of Central Nebraska

Board

  • Kelli Mayhew – Grand Island Public Schools

  • Yetzira Calvillo – Five Points Bank

  • Maggie McDermott – Central Nebraska Airport Security

  • Jesica Lozano – Community Volunteer

  • Barb Beck – Retired Educator

  • Sarah Griess – Rising Hope Counseling

  • Natalie Chavez – CHI St. Francis

  • Constantina Boesen – Bosselman Enterprises

  • Rene Blauhorn- Blauhorn Law