“Creating Community for Kids Since 1981”
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Administration & Office
5+
years
25+
years
Wanda Gonzalez-Bortzel: Executive Director
Wanda grew up in Brooklyn, NY and spent her teenage years in Carraizo, Puerto Rico. She graduated from Goshen College with a BA in Hispanic Ministries and lives in New Holland with her husband, Mike. Wanda loves to spend time with her grandchildren and believes children are a blessing because they teach us how to love unconditionally.
Jennifer Morales: Assistant Director
Jen was raised in East Earl and graduated from Garden Spot High School. She earned her Associates degree in Early Care and Education at Harrisburg Area Community College. Jen has worked at the Center since 1993 and has a passion for working with children that have varying needs. She is mother to three children - Karina, Kylah and Evan - and four fur babies. Her favorite thing about working with children is their innocence, acceptance and unconditional love for others.
Amanda Sult: Administrative Assistant
Raquel Vera: Development Director
​Raquel grew up in Philadelphia, PA. She and her husband Alejandro, as well as their two children Adeline and Anson, live in Ephrata, Pa. Their dog, Osa, is their only fur baby, for now. Raquel is El Salvadoran American (second generation). She has her bachelor's in organizational leadership and management. Finding the joy in the little things is what she does best. She is always ready for an adventure and loves learning new things. Raquel admires children because they have genuine souls, are full of curiosity, and they love unconditionally.