Who we are
History
Hopefully Sow first began as a service ministry from a couples community group at Riverbend Church. As that effort grew, its members recognized the appeal of the work and decided to form a non-profit. Hopefully Sow is a registered 501(c)(3) organization. Donations may be tax-deductible depending upon the donor's circumstances.
Mission
Our mission is to sow seeds of love, joy and aspiration for children in foster care in the Austin area.
Hopefully Sow Board of Directors
Our Board consists of six members, amongst whom are elected the positions of Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Secretary, and Treasurer. Each Board position has a term of two years, with the positions staggered to ensure Board continuity.
Ash Almonte
Ash serves as our Executive Director. Ash works professionally as an artist creating mixed media paintings. She loves sharing the healing power of creativity with others and finds her most joy when sharing it with children in foster care. She resides in Austin, Texas with her husband and 2 children. Ash is passionate about the children that Hopefully Sow serves and is grateful for every child she has the opportunity to meet.
Executive Director
Erwin serves on our Executive Board. After attending a few volunteer events at The Austin Shelters with his wife Ash, Erwin witnessed the joy the children experienced being creative with fun projects. In his time there he began to learn more about the children and their stories. They quickly left a lasting impression on him. He continues to volunteer regularly and is passionate about meeting the needs of children in foster care.
Erwin Almonte
Melissa serves on our Executive Board. Melissa and her husband are parents through the miracle of adoption! She has a heart for kids in foster care and believes that even the smallest gesture can have a life-changing impact. She works in human resources, is a knitter and reader and loves to travel. She lives in Austin with her husband, son, daughter, and two dogs.
Melissa Cadwallader
Jason serves on the Executive Board and is the Founder and Chief Operations Officer of Altor National Liability Insurance, LLC. A longtime supporter of Hopefully Sow, he is inspired by its impact in the Austin community and is passionate about helping local youth access basic needs, arts opportunities, and meaningful childhood experiences. Outside of work, Jason enjoys running, traveling, DIY projects, and spending time with his dog.
Jason Muesse
Molly serves on our Executive Board. Molly is an adjunct professor of communications at Concordia University and a busy mama. She has been working as a volunteer for Hopefully Sow for the past few years, as she longs to make a difference in the lives of children who are in the margins. She is excited to officially join the group of passionate board members and volunteers who share this mission. Molly loves to sing, travel, read and hang out with her husband, three little girls and their puggle.
Molly Sylestine
Lyndsey serves on our Executive Board. Lyndsey grew up in a beautiful city of Chicago and has lived in Austin for over six years now. She has her master's in criminal justice and her bachelor's in sociology. She is passionate about philanthropy and service and has spent years serving the underserved in her community. One of the many things she loves about service is the relationship she builds with volunteers through volunteering. In her free time she enjoys traveling and spending time taking care of her numerous pet frogs.
Lyndsey Wells
Tracy Montoya
Hopefully Sow Support