Executive Director

Julio Garcia

Julio Garcia has been a true champion and an environmental justice leader for the Latinx community in San Mateo County and throughout the Bay Area for the past 23 years. 

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Air Quality Coordinator

Amelia Stonkus

Amelia Stonkus is the Air Quality Coordinator at Rise South City. Amelia is passionate about advancing air quality research and strengthening climate resilience through the integration of climate adaptation and mitigation strategies.

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Community Engagement Coordinator

Margaux Farmer

Margaux Farmer is the Community Engagement Coordinator at Rise South City, where she brings an enthusiastic commitment to building thriving communities and healthy environments.

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Program Director

Francesca Pedraza

Francesca Pedraza is the Program Director of Rise South City. She became involved in the nonprofit sector in 1993 and  work has always consisted in advocacy, teaching, outreach and enrichment for communities.

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Environmental and Sustainability Associate

Linda Vera

Linda Vera is Rise South City’s AmeriCorps Member, serving as an Environmental and Sustainability Associate. She is a Stanford graduate in International Relations, with a specialization in Environmental, Energy, and Natural Resources. 

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