Category: Meet Our Team

The heart of Byrd Barr Place is our community.

The volunteers who dedicate their time and talent to supporting our missions are our lifeblood. One such volunteer is Christa Hanson, who volunteers in The Market. Christa sat down with us to share what makes Byrd Barr Place special to her and her vision for a society that cares and loves like a family…. Read Full Article >

“Home is where there is love overflowing.”

Byrd Barr Place Impact Coordinator Rosie Grant grew up in the Central District, and loves calling it home. We sat down with Rosie to reflect on her first year on the team, her lifelong connections to Byrd Barr Place, and her visions and hopes for the future of our neighborhood…. Read Full Article >

“In a perfect world, my job wouldn’t exist.”
It was a pleasure to sit down with Sarah Mestanza, program coordinator for the Energy Assistance Program as she reflects upon her journey to Byrd Barr Place, and the necessity of inter-community solidarity in our work towards collective liberation…. Read Full Article >

The South has something to say!
This month we sit down with Tremayne Edwards, Byrd Barr Place’s new director of operations, as he shares glimpses of his Southern upbringing, his present time in the Pacific Northwest, and his global vision for an equitable Black future…. Read Full Article >

It is our pleasure to share more about our new CEO Dr. Angela Griffin! With a deep history in social and racial justice, our new leader is committed to guiding Byrd Barr Place into the future through deep listening, community engagement and shared leadership…. Read Full Article >

Byrd Barr Place is excited to introduce you to our new Impact Director Tiffany Kelly-Gray! Joining the team at an exciting period of transition, her work is focused on imagining the future of Byrd Barr Place and the steps required to take us to new heights…. Read Full Article >

The heart of any organization is its people.
Having served for over 24 years, Byrd Barr Place Accountant Lydia Jocson represents a steady committed heartbeat of our organization. In this conversation, she shares her background, her journey with Byrd Barr Place, and what she’ll miss most as she looks towards her retirement. … Read Full Article >

What does it mean to know who you are?
In speaking with the newest Energy Assistance Program Client Advocate Jada Stevenson, we dig into her background, her family history, and the role she believes Black women play in creating an equitable future for Black Washingtonians…. Read Full Article >

Everyone who comes into The Market at Byrd Barr Place is familiar with Leon Forde and his infectious smile and energy. His care for the community is evident in each conversation he has and he puts his whole heart into everything he does…. Read Full Article >

We’re fortunate to have Tanise Love join the Byrd Barr Place board. She brings a breadth of nonprofit leadership experience and a passion for community service…. Read Full Article >