Growing up in San Jose, Elisa was lucky to visit Hidden Villa on school field trips as a child in the 1980’s. Elisa has spent her Human Resources career in the nonprofit sector, including organizations focused on conservation, legal aid, human services, and animal...
Jill’s family relocated to California in time for her to begin primary school in the Bay Area and she has called the south bay home ever since. After graduating from UCSC where she earned a degree in Community Studies with an emphasis on fair housing and political...
Sofia grew up in San Francisco, California, on the Southeast side near McLaren Park. Sofia supports all aspects of managing Hidden Villa’s Internship program, from orienting and onboarding, to planning professional development experiences, and holding space for...
Victoria is from Chicago, Illinois. Victoria started working in non-profits through an after-school program and day camp in Chicago with K-6th grades focusing on art activities, herb gardening, and community field trips. They were a part of the WWOOF Future Farmers...
Noel graduated from West Valley College, Park Management Program and interned at Hidden Villa. The Hidden Villa value that most aligns with Noel is COMMUNITY. Noel loves that the Hidden Villa community is welcoming, supportive, and inclusive. Noel’s favorite...