Jessica founded the NHAF in 2016 along with her sister and fellow board member, Meg.

She works at Cushman & Wakefield.

Jessica’s favorite adventure is when she had a chance to skydive in New Zealand!

Meg co-founded the NHAF with her sister, Jessica, in 2024.

Meg is the owner of Alice, Ever After Books.

Meg’s favorite adventure was taking a flying trapeze class with her friends.

Ruqayyah joined the board in 2024.

Ruqayyah works for Say Yes Buffalo and is co-founder of Black Boys Read Too.

Ruqayyah’s favorite adventure is a trip to Columbia where she was able to visit the first ‘free town’ in the Americas, Palenque.

Diane joined the board in 2024.

Diane is a member of the Howe family and beloved cousin of Nate. She works at the Children’s Inn at NIH.

Diane’s favorite adventure is any adventure that involves heading to the beach!

*photo coming soon*

Jelicia joined the board in 2024.

Jelicia works at Say Yes Buffalo and is co-founder of Black Boys Read Too.