John Adams is a well-known and successful advocate for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. He utilizes his knowledge of addiction, mental illness, social services, the streets,

Michael has a Master's in Social Work, focusing on policy and administration from the University of Wisconsin. He is an advocate for marginalized people and devoted to elevating their voices to

Ruchita Ervin is the co-founder and CEO of Our Generations Inc. and clinical supervisor at Catalyst

Sarah Fink graduated with a Master’s in Social Service Administration from the University of Chicago in June of 2021. She is a compassionate and creative individual who is effective and experienced at serving

Emma Stoehr has a bachelor’s in Psychology and a Criminal Justice Certificate from UW-Madison. She has formerly worked at Mendota Juvenile Treatment Center, Attic Halfway House, Just Dane, and

Marjorie Lewis is a graduate of DePaul University. She has worked to support homeless individuals with severe mental illness and substance use disorders in Dane County since 2015.

Becky Fitzgerald recently graduated with her master’s degree in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of Wisconsin – Madison in May of 2022.

Kimberly holds an associates degree in Business Management. Prior to working as the Human Resources and Finance Officer at Catalyst for Change, Kimberly served as Operations Specialist and then Program Director of The Beacon Day Resource Center.

Abigail Kleindl has a Master’s in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling from UW-Madison.

Shailyn Brooks has a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin – Madison and carries a strong passion for forensic psychology.

Brooke Frion graduated from University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire in 2021 with a Bachelor's degree in Social Work and a minor in Sociology. She is passionate about advocating for people experiencing homelessness and mental health struggles, as well as building trust and rapport with the people she works with.

Lulu Newman has a Bachelor's Degree in Sociology from Edgewood College. She previously worked in substance use treatment where she discovered her passion for working with marginalized and underserved populations.  She is passionate about providing cultural humility and trauma informed care to all individuals she works with. 

Erick Sheftic (he/him) received a Bachelor of Science in Biology with minors in Chemistry and Psychology from The College of Charleston, an MD from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine, and completed Psychiatry residency at the University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics.

Ada is motivated by her dedication to supporting others through a trauma-informed approach. She finds great joy in fostering connections with individuals, ensuring they feel secure and valued in their collaboration with her. Certified as a Peer Support Specialist, Ada relates to others through her own life experiences.

Kirstie brings a wealth of experience and unwavering dedication to her role, driven by her personal journey of transformation and commitment to making a positive impact. With a steadfast focus on building meaningful connections and empowering others to realize their potential, Kirstie embodies a deep sense of purpose in her work.

Drew is an Outreach Worker and CCS Provider for Catalyst for Change. Drew’s goals in life are to help as many people as he can discover themselves while at the same time allowing them to be comfortable with who they are becoming.

Lindsey holds a Bachelor’s of Social Work from Western Kentucky University.  Their academic background, combined with hands-on experience, enables them to approach each situation with empathy, a person-centered approach, and a mindset of ensuring that every individual feels seen, heard, and included.