Chief Executive Officer
Born and raised in the small cotton-farming community of Lamesa, TX, Sly first attended Midland Community College with the help and encouragement of his high school journalism teacher, a man who demonstrated to him the impact ... more
Vice President of Development + Communication
sarah.ribeiro@sidebysidekids.org
Sarah’s love for people and adventure began in the quiet little town of Mankato, Minnesota. Although an Austinite since 2008, Sarah was raised in Hawaii and later, she and her family spent a decade in Europe where...
Afterschool Program Director
christina.andrus@sidebysidekids.org
Christina is a native Texan and is proud to once again call Austin home. Born and raised in DFW, she first came to Austin in 2014 to be a Longhorn. It was through involvement in the local church and college ministries ... more
Executive Assistant
bianca.salazar@sidebysidekids.org
Communication & Development Specialist
claire.costilow@sidebysidekids.org
Claire is a native Texan and a graduate of the University of Oklahoma with a B.A. in public relations and a minor in Spanish language. She was raised in Austin, where ...more
brandon.kaiser@sidebysidekids.org
Brandon was born and mostly raised in Cheyenne, WY, with a few years spent in Colorado and Arkansas. He attended the University of Wyoming in Laramie Wyoming where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in International Studies with a concentration in... more.
atalia.palma@sidebysidekids.org
Atalia Palma is originally from California and moved to Texas in 2024. She was raised in a bilingual home and is the youngest of eight siblings. Atalia is passionate about creativity, freedom, and exploring ideas that are out of the ordinary... more.
Bri grew up in North Carolina and attended Appalachian State University, where she graduated with her Bachelors in Sustainable Development. She is a people-centered leader with experience in helping others...more.
raven.johnson@sidebysidekids.org
Raven was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana, and relocated to Texas in 2005 due to Hurricane Katrina. She’s an experienced and passionate educator with over 10 years working within youth ministries...more.
J. Houston Afterschool Program Coordinator
sara.leisure@sidebysidekids.org
Sara was born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She attended Westminster College and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Christian Education. She has lived in North Carolina, Oklahoma, and moved to...more.T.A. Brown Afterschool Program Coordinator
tiffany.jackson@sidebysidekids.org
Tiffany is a proud Texas native who has been born and raised in the state. She is a fun-loving educator with a spunky personality. She has worked for daycares and organizations, guiding the youth...more.All Saints Afterschool Program Coordinator
kahlan.denkeler@sidebysidekids.org
Kahlan was born and raised in Corpus Christi and moved to Austin in 2020. She quickly fell in love with the city and the people in it. She is currently getting her degree in psychology from Angelo State University...more.Board Chairman
Jeff joined the board in January 2023. After 25 years of leadership roles in the technology industry he is redirecting his time to serve Christian based organizations in Austin and the surrounding area ...more
Treasurer
Partner, Sequoia Holdings Management Company, LLC
Tollie joined the board in 2002. He has served in various roles on the board and more recently led our annual golf fundraiser. A native Texan, Tollie grew up in Dallas and has been in Austin since 1992. He and his wife Ann have 4 children – Kate ... more
Secretary
Attorney, Jackson Walker LLP
Taylor joined the board in November 2017. A native Austinite, Taylor grew up in some of Austin’s public schools. He and his wife Erin have two boys and a girl – Jimmy (7), John David (5), and Louisa (2). They have been active members of All Saints ... more
Board Member
Partner, Vianovo
Mike joined the board in 2010 and has served as Chair (2013-2015, 2017-2018), Vice Chair (2011-2013) and head of the Development Committee (2010-2013). He was a Side by Side volunteer tutor in 2006-2007 and has been involved in ... more
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