Meet Our Team

Kids In Need Foundation’s executive team brings together decades of experience in education advocacy, nonprofit leadership, and community impact — all united by a shared commitment to giving students and teachers the tools they need to succeed. With vision, integrity, and a deep dedication to education, they guide our mission to empower students and teachers.

Corey Gordon

Chief Executive Officer

Tara Stern

VP, Marketing & Events

Colleen Gray

VP, Mission Impact

Annie Nelson Stanoch

VP, Impact Partnerships

Fola Tiamiyu

VP, Finance & Administration

Jim Hoffmann

VP, Systems & Operations

Born Without Records. Now Leading with Purpose. Meet Our CEO, Corey Gordon.

From having nothing to guiding a national nonprofit, Corey Gordon shares the story of resilience, education, and the impact of empowering teachers and students.