Who We Are
Meet the passionate individuals dedicated to bridging the gap from crisis to stability.
Executive Team
Executive Team
Our founding leaders guiding the mission and vision of Hope Has No Borders.
Jenifer Kettering
Executive Director & Founder, Board Member
Jenifer Kettering brings more than 20 years of experience serving individuals and families in need through roles in mental health, foster care, therapeutic recreation, crisis counseling, and education. Her work has always centered on helping people find stability, dignity, and connection during life's most challenging times. As co-founder of Hope Has No Borders, Jenifer creates programs that welcome newcomers, support those in transition, and strengthen the wider community, showing that when we lift up others, we all rise. Jenifer is married to an ecologist and is the proud mother of two adventurous children. She finds joy in biking, gardening, and nurturing a long-running book club filled with inspiring women who fuel her passion for connection.
Co-Founder since 2023
Andrea Ryall
Executive Director & Founder, Board Member
Andrea Ryall is a mother of three and a passionate community builder based in Denver, Colorado. Inspired by the belief that everyone deserves dignity, meaningful work, and the ability to provide for their family, Andrea founded Hope Has No Borders to bring humanitarian relief and community support to people moving from crisis to hope. She leads with a vision of breaking down isolation and creating welcoming, integrated neighborhoods where compassion takes action. Always dreaming forward, Andrea hopes to one day move her family abroad to help expand the organization's reach and deepen its impact worldwide.
Co-Founder since 2023
Our Team
Contractor Team
Bilingual professionals providing direct support to our community members.
Jill Roth
Bilingual Contractor
Jill Roth has over a decade of experience in the nonprofit sector, with a strong focus on community engagement and cross-cultural collaboration. From 2015 to 2023, she served as a Board Member and Language Director for the San Diego Chapter of AMIGOS de las Americas, where she led strategic initiatives to enhance outreach and visibility while facilitating Spanish language workshops for youth volunteers. Since 2024, Jill has supported immigrant and refugee communities in the Denver area through her work with Mi Casa Resource Center, Hope Has No Borders, and the African Community Center, gaining deep experience in resettlement and asylum support.
Bilingual Contractor since September 2024
Cassandra "Cassi" Coleman
Bilingual Contractor
Cassandra 'Cassi' Coleman is a licensed practical nurse with more than 16 years of experience in healthcare and a deep passion for serving migrant and asylum-seeking communities. Bilingual in Spanish and English and certified as an American Red Cross trainer, she provides translation, education, and hands-on support to those rebuilding their lives. With a background in missions and theology, Cassi blends compassion, practical care, and empowerment in her work, equipping individuals with the tools and confidence to thrive in new environments.
Bilingual Contractor since June 2024
Roraima Perez
Bilingual Contractor
Roraima Perez was born in Caracas, Venezuela, a daughter of a strong fighter and social leader, from whom she learned the fundamental values that have guided her life. She had a happy childhood alongside four siblings. Although they moved frequently, those experiences gave her the opportunity to socialize with people of different ages, which later became a great strength. She pursued undergraduate studies and earned a degree as a Certified Public Accountant, a career that was a result of great effort as a mother of four, and that brought her great reward. Her children have been, and continue to be, her greatest pride, two of them have also given her the joy of being the grandmother of five precious grandchildren. From the age of 20, she began to get involved in social work, supporting communities while also developing her professional career. After emigrating to the United States in search of a better life, Roraima found renewed purpose through her work with Hope Has No Borders, where she contributes to programs that empower immigrants and foster resilience.
Bilingual Contractor since March 2025
Amanda Burr
Bilingual Contractor
Amanda Burr is an immigration advocate dedicated to empowering migrant communities through mentorship, language access, and navigation support. Her passion for cultural connection began while studying Spanish in an immersive university program, sparking a lifelong commitment to supporting newcomers. After a 25-year career in marketing, she now channels her skills and empathy into helping immigrants thrive as they adapt to life in the United States. Amanda's approach centers on dignity, inclusion, and ensuring every individual has the resources they need to succeed.
Bilingual Contractor since June 2024
Governance
Board Members
Dedicated volunteers providing strategic oversight and governance.
Kasey Fox
Board Member
Kasey Fox is the Senior Director of 211 and Disaster Response at Mile High United Way, where she leads statewide efforts to strengthen community resilience. A former U.S. Peace Corps volunteer in Panama's Darien Gap, she brings more than a decade of experience in community development, disaster response, and volunteer management. Kasey also chairs Colorado's Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (COVOAD) and holds a degree in Communication, Marketing, and Advertising from St. Edward's University. Fluent in English, Spanish, and Embera-Wounaan, she combines strategic leadership with a passion for connecting people to life-changing resources.
Matt Tebo
Board Member
Matt Tebo is a product and program development professional with more than nine years of nonprofit experience in workforce development and social enterprise. He has launched innovative, revenue-positive programs for organizations including the Denver Metro Chamber Leadership Foundation and Impact on Education. Matt earned an MBA in Social Enterprise just days before welcoming his second child and is excited to bring his strategic planning and program innovation skills to advance the mission of Hope Has No Borders.
Emma Hudson
Board Member
Emma Hudson brings more than a decade of experience in lobbying, government relations, policy analysis, and advocacy with a focus on state budgets and vulnerable populations. A skilled communicator and public speaker, she specializes in politics, interpersonal communication, and conflict resolution. Emma is dedicated to using policy and dialogue to uplift individuals and communities moving from crisis to hope.
Angelina Maiorca
Board Member
Angelina Maiorca is a licensed clinical social worker serving children and families in the Denver area. Originally from Chicago, she earned her master's in Social Welfare from the University of California, Berkeley and has worked across domestic violence, mental health, substance use, and child welfare. Her commitment to service has taken her from therapeutic work in Seattle to volunteer projects in Honduras and travels throughout South America, experiences that fuel her dedication to supporting families in transition.
Keith Reeser
Board Member
Keith Reeser is a husband, father, and pastor who is passionate about extending kindness, grace, and compassion to everyone he meets. Serving with Hope Has No Borders reminded him that while one person may not help thousands, each act of care has profound value. Keith believes that every life has purpose and focuses on loving the person right in front of him, demonstrating that small, consistent actions can create lasting change.
Heather Carlson
Board Member
Heather Carlson is a seasoned professional with a 20-year career at Albertsons Companies and a dedicated advocate for community support. She has served for many years on the Denver Friends Church leadership team, contributing to children's programs, outreach, and newcomer integration. Heather is passionate about empowering individuals and creating welcoming spaces where everyone can find dignity, connection, and hope.
Our Story
Hope Has No Borders blossomed from Denver's grassroots movement, ignited by compassionate moms and neighbors. Our journey sparked from a heartfelt commitment to addressing a humanitarian crisis as thousands of migrants were bussed into our city.
Within four days in early November 2023, 1000 moms and neighbors were mobilized, and in 12 weeks, our grassroots movement grew to over 6000 in the metro area.
Anchored in our grassroots origins in Denver, our aim is to nurture a supportive environment fostering integration, cultural connections, and meaningful contributions to our vibrant community. Together, we are replacing crisis with HOPE.
In The News
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Denverite
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AXIOS Denver
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9 News
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Denverite
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