BBBS Selects new Executive Director

2/7/2008
EVERETT, Wash., February 7, 2008 – Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of Snohomish County, a branch of the YMCA of Snohomish County, has named April Wolfe as its new executive director, effective Feb. 1, 2008.

April has a dual degree in psychology and sociology from Western Washington University, and more than 12 years in not-for-profit human services including Family Counseling Services of Snohomish County, Brigid Collins House, TeenHope, and the YMCA of Snohomish County. She also spent more than two years as a program director for BBBS, and recently served as director of external affairs for Deaconess Children’s Services.

April Wolfe Executive Director Big Brothers Big Sisters of Snohomish County

“April brings top professional skills to our BBBS mentoring program, and will undoubtedly continue the great work of their committed Board of Directors, and accomplishments of previous executives, Ann Anderst and Maddy Metzger-Utt,” said Al Boren, YMCA of Snohomish County vice president of planning and development. “Her knowledge of the county and commitment to building strong kids will be an asset to the organization.”

Wolfe will oversee the day-to-day branch operations, which includes staff supervision, volunteer and community relations, program development/operations, fiscal management, financial development, and board development.