Board of Directors
Andrei Jigalin, President
Yes, I want all children to have access to
Early Childhood Education!
The Novato Youth Center is a leader in the field of youth education and
development. Our five programs work together in an integrated and comprehensive
way to develop the academic, physical, social, and emotional skills of our
community’s youth. This approach creates a life-long impact, and ensures that each
child receives personalized services to meet their unique needs.
Michael Domer, VP
Liz Hartmann, Secretary
Daryl Weinroth, Treasurer
Diana Alfaro
Neymar Cataldi
Lt. Oliver Collins
Mary Gernetzke
Bob Gotelli
Robert Perez
Our five programs include: Child Development and Family Engagement, Youth and
Family Counseling, Adolescent Health & Wellness, Community-based Prevention
Programs, and Sports Leagues. In our Child Development Program, our Early Care
and Education classrooms serve children ages 12 months through five years of age.
We will serve a combined total of 3,000 children and their families this year.
Gaby Romero
Karen Robertson Strain
Charlotte Shell
Seth Shorett
Tony Perachiotti
Rick van Adelsberg
For 40 years, we have remained committed to providing the highest quality programs
designed to meet the needs of Novato youth at all socio-economic levels and youthin-need. Your support today will help thousands of youth in Novato, including the
Sandoval family. Whether you are a long-time donor or considering a first time
contribution, we thank you for choosing to invest in the success of youth in our
community. Your contribution can be matched! Due to the generosity of a
long-time anonymous donor, your contribution will be matched $.50 on the $1.00
if you are a new donor or increase your giving from last year.
Your contribution will make an immediate difference.
Thank you for your investment in the success of Novato’s youth!
Rick Wernick
NYC Executive Director
Cheryl Paddack
Advisory Board
Patty Bennett
Vince Chisholm
Col. Bill Cope
Alan Dunham
Peter E. Haas, Jr.
Jim Hogeboom, NUSD
David G. Kenyon
Vicki McDill
Veronica Reed
Steve Rempe
Tommie Whitener
Ron Witzel