Leadership

Program Manager

Sara Gurdian is the Program Manager of the Coalition. 

As the program manager, Sara educates member organizations and residents about the County budget process and promotes meaningful and inclusive community engagement. She is a champion for practices rooted in equity that address gaps and disparities faced by those most impacted. Her understanding of local and regional policies has influenced her core belief that it is essential to center community voices throughout decision-making processes. As a Bay Area native, Sara learned to have a deep appreciation for people who make our communities great, regardless of gender, immigration status, color, identity, or from different walks of life. She is fortunate enough to connect with people and find alignment on issues we most care about and affect us as human beings.

Steering Committee

The Steering Committee, elected by Coalition members, provides guidance to the program manager, prepares agendas for membership meetings, and develops proposals for consideration by the membership. 

• Solomon Belette, Coordinator for East Contra Costa Alliance

• Donte Blue, Chief Program Officer for Rubicon Programs 

• Roxanne Carrillo Garza, Executive Director for Healthy Contra Costa

• Tumani Drew, CCC Site Director for The Young Women’s Freedom Center

• Sara Gurdian, Budget Justice Coalition Program Manager

• Mariana Moore, Senior Director for Ensuring Opportunity

• Sandra Naughton, Interim Deputy Director for First 5 Contra Costa

• Rachel Rosekind, Strategic Consultant