OUR LEADERSHIP
Experience guided by service.
Neighborly is led by people who bring professional expertise, cross cultural experience and a shared commitment to helping communities flourish.
President and Founder
Jennifer Maldonado
Jennifer Maldonado combines a lifelong commitment to community service with more than 20 years of experience in technology, customer success and organizational leadership. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering Technology and an MBA, is certified to teach English as a Second Language through San Diego State University and is a credentialed Minister of Missions. Her international service includes helping launch HopeStart International Children’s Home and Miqlat Safehouse for Children in India. She founded Neighborly to bring people together, rebuild trust and safety and create practical pathways for service and opportunity.
Secretary and Captain Chair
Stefanie Chisholm
Stefanie Chisholm has been part of Neighborly since its beginning, helping lay a foundation of trust, service and relationship in the community. A former Children’s Ministry leader, she has built lasting community relationships, partnered with organizations and businesses and coordinated volunteer teams supporting outreach and family resources. Her background in behavioral support, community advocacy and leadership brings compassion, organization and thoughtful relationship building to her work with Neighborhood Captains.
Fire & Safety Chair
Timothy Chisholm
Timothy Chisholm is a U.S. Air Force veteran and fire and life safety professional with approximately 20 years of experience in aircraft rescue and firefighting, structural fire operations, fire prevention, inspections, emergency preparedness, safety training and public education. He currently serves as a Lead Fire Inspector with Federal Fire Department San Diego and holds a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety and Health and an associate degree in Fire Science. A Neighborly participant since its inception, Timothy also serves his community through youth coaching and volunteer safety work.
Treasurer and Scholarship Director
Jamie English
Jamie English brings more than a decade of experience helping students identify, apply for and make the most of scholarship opportunities. She holds a Bachelor of Social Work and has spent more than 20 years working in addiction and recovery, including leading women’s recovery groups and walking alongside people rebuilding their lives. Jamie is passionate about championing people whose effort and potential are too often overlooked.
International Director
Hepshy Kamal
Hepshy Kamal has spent more than 10 years serving women and families in India and bringing communities together around humanitarian needs. She leads Alabaster Projects, a school that equips women rebuilding after domestic abuse or exploitation, along with women from communities where professional training is difficult to access. Programs include tailoring, tribal weaving, baking, soap and candle making, makeup artistry, barista skills and small business foundations. Hepshy has also helped extend training and locally sourced production opportunities into other parts of Asia.
Administration Chair
Annie Buckles
Annie Buckles brings extensive experience in missions coordination, education, community services and nonprofit operations. As Missions Coordinator with SEAPC, she develops onboarding and support processes for service teams, supports missionaries across countries and contributes to curriculum development. Annie previously served in Cambodia and spent six years as a Salvation Army Corps Officer, managing local operations, staff, volunteers, social services, finances, fundraising and community relationships.