Andy Browne
Andy Browne joined Sabathani in September 2026 as Finance Director. A Minneapolis-based CPA with over ten years of nonprofit financial management experience, Andy specializes in grant accounting, payroll and benefits
Deborah Santa Cruz
Deborah Santa Cruz grew up in South Minneapolis near Sabathani Community Center, where she attended Bryant Junior High School. She later returned to Sabathani to participate in its programs. Deborah
Sani Shaibu
Originally from Ghana, West Africa, Sani Shaibu’s journey has been shaped by entrepreneurship, community service, and a deep commitment to helping others. Sani completed high school in Ghana and went
Mariah Mirbel Nelson, MSW, LGSW
Mariah Mirbel Nelson (she/her) joined Sabathani Community Center in September 2026 as a Family Access Coordinator. Mariah is a Social Worker who is passionate about child welfare advocacy, family preservation,
Cassie Walker
For the past several years, Cassie Walker has held roles within the community rooted in advocacy and education. Working through a restorative lens and prioritizing relationship-building, she has witnessed the
Reneea Propps
Born and raised in the Rondo community of Saint Paul, Reneea Propps holds a degree in Social Work with a minor in Criminal Justice and has over 20 years of
Lakia Coakley
Lakia Coakley is a recent Social Work graduate aiming to foster resilience and present pathways for lasting change to overlooked and underserved populations. As Educational Support Services Coordinator, she will
Karena Schrempp
Karena Schrempp serves as Youth Employment Case Manager, working with youth ages 14–17 through the Greener Futures program. In this role, she helps young people build 21st-century workplace skills while
Krystal Fountain
Krystal Fountain is the Youth Stabilization Housing Coordinator at Sabathani Community Center, where she works to provide housing stability and support to young individuals in need. With experience as a
Janet Brown
Janet Brown (she/her) joins the team as Director of Energy & Resilience in October 2025, following five years of strategic consulting in climate and energy planning, project coordination, and development