Staff
The Jeffco Eats leadership team is honored to work alongside dedicated core volunteers whose unwavering commitment and compassion are the driving forces behind our continued success. Their invaluable contributions inspire us all and are essential to our mission.
Barbara Moore founded Harvest Mountain Ministries (HMM) in 2014. In 2017, HMM started operating as Jeffco Eats, where she served as Executive Director until 2024. Currently, Barbara is the Community Relations Liaison for Jeffco Eats. She has a degree in Business and Education from the University of Colorado Boulder and completed 48 hours of coursework at the American Graduate School of International Business. Additionally, Barbara earned a Master of Divinity from Denver Seminary. Besides her work in ministry and community outreach, she and her husband Glenn own Harvest Mountain Farm Gardens, and she has contributed academically as an affiliate professor of urban agriculture at Metro State University of Denver.
Trish Day is an accomplished non-profit management professional with extensive experience in strategic planning, budgeting, volunteer recruitment, and board development. She holds a degree in Business Administration and certifications in Trauma-Informed Care and Person-Centered Thinking. A long-time resident of Jefferson County, Trish has called Arvada home for over 40 years. She and her husband live in Arvada with their three dogs, and she has deep roots in the local community, having herself and her children raised in the Jefferson County school system. Contact Trish at: admin@jeffcoeats.org Phone 720.248.4443
Board
Our Board of Directors has extensive expertise in food operations and distribution. Each member is deeply dedicated to serving the school children and families within the Jefferson County School District community.
Beverly Hellner, a Colorado native and expert in utility-scale solar permits, is committed to advancing a sustainable future. Since 2021, she has been a proud member of Jeffco Eats, blending her dedication to community service with family outings in Colorado’s stunning outdoors.
Kaitlin Hill is a proud alumnus of the Jefferson County school system and now resides in Evergreen, Colorado. With more than ten years of experience in technology sales, she currently heads a business development team at Salesforce. Kaitlin is dedicated to combating food insecurity and making sure every family in her community has reliable access to nutritious meals. Her passion for community service stems from her upbringing in Jefferson County, and she is proud to dedicate her time and leadership to supporting Jeffco Eats.
Ben Kannapel, originally from the Midwest, is a seasoned sales leader at Salesforce with over ten years of experience leading teams in the health tech industry. A proud graduate of the University of Missouri, he has called Jefferson County home for the past five years. Outside of work and community involvement, Ben and his wife enjoy an active Colorado lifestyle with their two sons, and two dogs. His dedication to community involvement and outdoor pursuits reflects his vibrant and active lifestyle.
Kelly Snodgrass is a dedicated legal professional and a Partner at Robinson & Henry, P.C., with a specialization in family law. She grew up in Michigan but is a proud second-generation Coloradan and has been a resident of Jefferson County for over a decade. Kelly is deeply passionate about community service and advocacy, particularly in ensuring that children have access to adequate nutrition so they can focus on their aspirations and future. Her commitment extends beyond her legal practice to making a positive impact in the lives of families and children.
Financials
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