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Board of Directors of Greater Waterbury Interfaith Ministries

Providing governance, fiduciary oversight, and stewardship for a Waterbury-based hunger relief nonprofit.

GWIM’s volunteer Board of Directors ensures accountability, transparency, and long-term sustainability for our soup kitchen, food pantry, and community programs.

Officers of the Board

The Officers of the Board of Directors provide executive leadership, governance, and fiduciary oversight for Greater Waterbury Interfaith Ministries, a nonprofit soup kitchen and food pantry serving Waterbury, Connecticut. These officers guide organizational strategy, financial stewardship, and compliance in support of GWIM’s hunger relief and community support mission.

Atty. Tavis Tindal

President

Diane Bearce

Vice President

Dr. Amir Nadimi

Treasurer

Sharon Goldman

Secretary

Members of the Board

GWIM’s Board Members serve as volunteer directors supporting nonprofit governance, ethical oversight, and community accountability for a Waterbury-based soup kitchen and food pantry. Representing legal, healthcare, faith, business, and civic leadership, the Board helps ensure GWIM remains transparent, mission-driven, and responsive to the needs of Greater Waterbury.

Dr. Ashley Debella-Marques

Noemi Olivieri

Kathleen Zembrzuski

Janice Mitchell Smith

Atty. Eric Herst

Rev. Dennis McGuire

Paul Scampolino

Joe Murphy

Cathy Conti

Kara Collins

Emeritus Board Members

GWIM honors former Board Members whose leadership and service helped guide the mission and governance of this Waterbury-based nonprofit.

Ida Epstein

Rev. Kenneth Frazier

Staff Leadership

The staff of Greater Waterbury Interfaith Ministries oversees the daily operations of GWIM’s soup kitchen, food pantry, and community support services in Waterbury, Connecticut. This team ensures meals are served, resources are distributed, and neighbors in need receive compassionate, reliable support.

Barbara Ann Dublin

Executive Director

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Sherry Mastrioani

Business Manager

203-756-2830

Regina Suggs

Head Chef

203-757-7734

Rolando Escobales

Weekend Server

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Richard Marquis

Aide

203-757-7734

Responsible Governance & Board Oversight

Greater Waterbury Interfaith Ministries is governed by an independent, volunteer Board of Directors committed to ethical leadership, financial accountability, and long-term organizational sustainability. The Board provides fiduciary oversight, strategic guidance, and policy governance in support of GWIM’s mission to deliver hunger relief and community support services in Greater Waterbury, Connecticut.

All Board Members serve without compensation and act in the best interest of the organization. GWIM adheres to recognized nonprofit governance best practices, including financial oversight, transparency, and responsible stewardship of donor funds.

GWIM is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and operates in accordance with federal and state nonprofit regulations.

Support the Mission You Trust

Support a Trusted Hunger Relief Organization

For more than 90 years, Greater Waterbury Interfaith Ministries has delivered reliable hunger relief and community support.
Your support helps sustain:

  • Daily hot meals through our Waterbury soup kitchen
  • Emergency food pantry services for local households
  • Community programs focused on dignity and stability
  • Pantry organization & stocking
  • 100% local impact across Greater Waterbury
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Volunteer With a Trusted Waterbury Nonprofit

GWIM volunteers play a vital role in delivering hunger relief and community care. If you’re looking for volunteer there are meaningful ways to get involved.
Volunteer opportunities include:

  • Meal preparation and service
  • Food pantry distribution and organization
  • Community outreach and special events
  • Pantry organization & stocking
  • Flexible weekday shifts and service hours
Discover Ways to Volunteer

A Shared Commitment to Ending Hunger in Greater Waterbury

Governance, Oversight & Board Leadership

Common questions

No. All Board Members and Officers of Greater Waterbury Interfaith Ministries serve on a volunteer basis and receive no financial compensation for their service.

The Board of Directors oversees financial policies, reviews budgets and reports, and ensures responsible stewardship of donor funds in accordance with nonprofit best practices and 501(c)(3) regulations.

Board Members are selected based on professional expertise, community leadership, lived experience, and a demonstrated commitment to hunger relief and community service in Greater Waterbury.

While day-to-day operations are managed by staff, the Board provides oversight and strategic direction to ensure the long-term sustainability of GWIM’s soup kitchen, food pantry, and community support programs.

Yes. Greater Waterbury Interfaith Ministries is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization operating in compliance with federal and state nonprofit regulations.

Yes. Greater Waterbury Interfaith Ministries is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization operating in compliance with federal and state nonprofit regulations.

General inquiries for the Board of Directors may be submitted through the GWIM contact page or by contacting the organization’s administrative office in Waterbury, Connecticut.