Committees

NCPC invites you to join one of our committees! Become a part of an enthusiastic community of thoughtful leaders who are strengthening and promoting philanthropy in San Diego! We have a variety of committees dedicated to carrying our mission forward. Being part of any one of these committees provides an opportunity to gain new skills in professional development and leadership as well as a great way to connect with local colleagues. Whether you would like to focus on a skill you already have or would like to learn a new one, we are happy to have you involved. NCPC fosters a just, equitable, diverse and inclusive (JEDI), community in San Diego County – starting with ourselves. Please fill out the form and a Committee Chair will contact you.

Events Committee:
San Diego Gives-This Committee provides leadership and guidance for NCPC’s countywide capacity-building and Day of Giving initiative, helping shape strategy, outreach, and programming that strengthens participating nonprofits. Committee members collaborate with partners, sponsors, and community leaders to expand philanthropic engagement and maximize the impact of San Diego Gives across the region.

Jim Davis- Chair

Volunteer Awards Ceremony- The VAC Committee is a dedicated group of NCPC volunteers who plan and produce the Volunteer Awards Celebration, from honoree selection and sponsorship outreach to program design and event logistics. Their collaborative leadership ensures a meaningful, inspiring experience that celebrates volunteerism and strengthens connections across the nonprofit community.

Jim Davis- Chair
Donna Freher-Lyons

Finance Committee: Provides oversight of NCPC’s financial health, ensuring sound fiscal management, transparency, and accountability. The committee works closely with staff and the Board to review budgets, monitor financial performance, and support long-term sustainability.
Shannon Ayala, Chair
Jeanne Schmelzer*
John Van Cleef*
Andrea Muir*
Jim Davis
Krisztina Varga*

Financial Resource Committee: Focuses on strengthening the organization’s financial sustainability by identifying funding opportunities, cultivating sponsor relationships, and supporting revenue-generating initiatives. The committee works to ensure NCPC has the resources needed to expand programs, serve the nonprofit community, and advance its mission.
Del Lewis, Chair
Debbi Stanley*
Ron Mirenda
Andrea Muir*
Jocelyn Wyndham
Valerie Grant*
Cesar Trejo*
Andrew Nunn-Miller*
Jim Davis

Marketing Committee: Strengthens the organization’s visibility, messaging, and outreach to ensure our programs and initiatives effectively engage the nonprofit community and partners. Committee members collaborate on branding, communications, digital presence, and promotional strategies that elevate NCPC’s impact and support the success of events such as San Diego Gives and the Volunteer Awards Celebration.
Ron Marcus, Chair
Dale Ganzow
Arika Daniels*
Neville Billimoria
Jim Davis
Courtney Stone

Membership Committee: Focuses on recruiting, welcoming, and retaining members who are committed to strengthening the nonprofit sector and advancing philanthropic impact across our communities. The committee also helps cultivate meaningful engagement opportunities that connect members to NCPC programs, partnerships, and leadership initiatives.
Karin Fair*, Chair
Donna Freher-Lyons
Azahalia Valdez Rosas*
Selina Hudgins
Jim Davis

Impact Leadership Accelerator Committee: Guides the development and delivery of the ILA program, ensuring it equips emerging nonprofit leaders with practical skills, strategic insight, and meaningful connections. Committee members help shape curriculum, recruit speakers, and support participants to strengthen leadership capacity across the nonprofit sector.
Jim Ristuccia*, Chair
Mike Gellman
Jim Davis
Neville Billimoria
Ron Marcus*
Josh Meza*
Carlos Medina
Donna Freher-Lyons
Lauren Blackwell*

Programs Committee: Designs and oversees educational workshops, events, and initiatives that strengthen the effectiveness and leadership capacity of nonprofit organizations across the region. The committee works to ensure NCPC programming remains relevant, high-quality, and responsive to the evolving needs of the nonprofit community.
Carlos Medina, Chair
Colby Karzen*
Marty Remmell*
Mark Rodriguez*
Meagan Schmidt*
Jeanne Schmelzer*
Donna Freher-Lyons

Strategic Planning Committee: Guides the organization’s long-term vision, priorities, and growth to ensure we continue strengthening the nonprofit sector effectively. The committee evaluates emerging trends, member needs, and community opportunities to shape strategies that advance NCPC’s mission and impact.
Jim Davis
Alex Goodman*
Novien Yarber
Carlos Medina
Jeanne Schmelzer
Krishna Kabra
Neville Billimoria
Sharyn Goodson*
Selina Hudgins
Tanya Hackel

*Non-Board or Staff Member