Meet the 2023 Catalysts

Celebrate the 2023 Catalysts for Change—individuals and organizations making a transformative impact in the Greater Capital Region. These honorees exemplify innovation, leadership, and dedication to creating meaningful change in our communities. Discover their inspiring stories and contributions that are shaping a brighter future.

Smiling person wearing floral shirt indoors.

John Smith

Catalyst 6

Jordan Daniels

Catalyst 11

Jane Smith

Smiling man in suit and glasses

Salah Harris

Smiling person in a black shirt.

Jane Smith

Smiling person in a blue top, circular photo

Arielle Steele

Smiling person with glasses and dreadlocks

Jane Smith

Person with glasses and short hair, professional attire.

Dr. Roja Ebrahimi

Person smiling with glasses and curly hair

Mia Landor

Smiling person wearing colorful headscarf and gray jacket.

Jane Smith

Smiling man in a white shirt portrait

John Smith

Catalyst 8

Sherese Linnen

Smiling person in patterned shirt, casual setting.

John Smith

Smiling person with curly hair and hoop earrings.

Jane Smith

Catalyst 3

Carmelita Cruz

Community Foundation IDEA leadership program participants.

List of 2023 Catalyst awardees by Community Foundation.