Meet the Corporate Philanthropy Team
Jill Popolizio
Corporate Philanthropy Manager
Jill joined Secon Harvest in March 2021, bring with her the passion and dedication to make a difference in her community. With 15+ years of fundraising experience working at nonprofit organizations, Jill’s values and spirit are driven by a commitment to help make change. Jill is mom to two grown kids, and outside of work she enjoys spending time with family, recharging at the beach, hiking with her cocker spaniel rescue Corey, and artsy hobbies like water coloring.
Emily Sparling
Corporate Philanthropy Officer
Emily joined the Second Harvest team in 2022, marking 5 years working in social impact managing corporate and community relationships. A Bay Area native, Emily had always admired Second Harvest’s impact and is honored to now be a part of the important work we do here in Silicon Valley. She is passionate about improving our community, advocating for others, and ensuring those in need are cared for by building meaningful relationships motivated by positive change. In her free time, Emily loves traveling, trying new recipes, and making memories with family & friends!
Cathy Godfrey
Corporate Philanthropy Officer
Cathy, a passionate advocate for humans and animals alike, joined the Second Harvest Team in 2023. Originating from Cleveland, she transitioned from animal welfare to food banking in 2019 at the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, where she helped raise funds for their large expansion project. Relocating to California in 2022, she now proudly works to improve the lives of our Santa Clara and San Mateo neighbors. Dedicated to serving the most at-risk in our society, the Martin Luther King, Jr. quote: “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?'” is one she often repeats, and guides much of what she does. When she is not working, Cathy enjoys spending time with her husband and two rescue dachshunds and donates time to a variety of causes.
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