County Welfare Directors Assoc

Sacramento, CA ยท Founded 1965

Representing human service directors from all 58 California counties

Primary audience
Youth and families
Work area
Community services
Topic
Community development
Contact
Cathy Sanderling-McDonald
Website Contact

About Organization

Based in Sacramento, CA, the County Welfare Directors Association of California represents human service directors from each of California's 58 counties, promoting a human services system that encourages self-sufficiency of families and protects vulnerable children and adults. Founded in 1965, the association employs 13 staff and mobilizes 30 volunteers, generating $5.8 million in annual revenue through advocacy and policy development.

What They Focus On

Mission Delivery

Implementing core programs that directly advance organizational purpose.

Capacity Building

Strengthening infrastructure through strategic planning and resource development.

Community Impact

Creating measurable outcomes that benefit populations served.

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2021)

$5.8M

+0.9% vs 2020

Expenses (2021)

$5.6M

+2.4% vs 2020

Assets (2021)

$6.2M

+8.5% vs 2020

Employees (2021)

13

+0% vs 2020

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2021 $5,815,521 $5,631,297 $6,223,824 13
2020 $5,763,447 $5,501,691 $5,736,533 13
2019 $6,056,004 $6,002,708 $5,843,844 13
2018 $5,587,986 $5,234,125 $2,291,750 11
2017 $5,003,449 $4,679,444 $4,567,393 13

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Identify Needs

    Assess community priorities through stakeholder engagement and analysis.

  • 02

    Plan Initiatives

    Design strategic programs and allocate resources to address needs.

  • 03

    Execute Programs

    Implement services through trained staff while maintaining quality standards.

  • 04

    Evaluate Results

    Measure outcomes and gather feedback to assess impact and improve.

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by County Welfare Directors Assoc

Core Programs

Primary initiatives designed to fulfill organizational mission and serve community.

Community Outreach

Engagement activities connecting with stakeholders and expanding impact.

Capacity Building

Strengthening organizational infrastructure and program delivery systems.

Support Services

Assistance programs addressing diverse needs of community members.

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind County Welfare Directors Assoc.

CS

Cathy Sanderling-McDonald

Exec Director
Full-time
Compensation: $311,241
EC

Eileen Cubanski

Director of Budget
Full-time
Compensation: $231,348
CS

Christiana Smith

Director of IT Pol
Full-time
Compensation: $159,999
DB

Diana Boyer

Director of Policy
Full-time
Compensation: $132,421
EK

Elizabeth Kelly

President
1 hrs/week
LH

Laura Hawkins

Exec Director
1 hrs/week
FM

Frank Mecca

Former Exec Dir
Full-time
Compensation: $153,157
PV

Paula Villescaz

Staff
Full-time
Compensation: $106,397
TP

Theresa Pena

Staff
Full-time
Compensation: $102,807
AS

Amanda Sharp

VP of Admin
1 hrs/week
JV

Jennifer Vasquez

VP of Program
1 hrs/week
KL

Karen Larsen

VP of Services
1 hrs/week
KG

Kathy Gallagher

Executive Off.
1 hrs/week
TR

Trent Rhorer

VP at Large
1 hrs/week
AC

Andrew Cheyne

CM

Carlos Marquez III

Milestones

1965

Organization Founded

1965

County Welfare Directors Assoc was established to address community needs and advance its mission.

1973

Leadership Development

1973

Strengthened governance with expanded board and executive team.

2021

Community Impact

2021

Demonstrated effectiveness through measurable program outcomes.

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AB
Albert Banuelos Director 0.50 hrs/week
AJ
Antonia Jimenez Director 0.50 hrs/week
AJ
Antonia Jimenez Director 0.50 hrs/week
AE
Assmaa Elayyat Director 0.50 hrs/week
BE
Bekkie Emery Director 0.50 hrs/week
BW
Bill Wathen Director 0.50 hrs/week
BC
Bobby Cagle Director 0.50 hrs/week
CW
Chris Woods Director 0.50 hrs/week
CU
Cindy Uetz Director 0.50 hrs/week
CB
Connie Beck Director 0.50 hrs/week
CM
Crystal Markytan Director 0.50 hrs/week
DM
Deborah Martinez Director 0.50 hrs/week
DB
Debra Baetz Director 0.50 hrs/week
DN
Delfino Neira Director 0.50 hrs/week
EA
Eduardo Ameneyro Director 0.50 hrs/week
GH
Gerald Huber Director 0.50 hrs/week
KB
Kari Beuerman Director 0.50 hrs/week
KP
Kathy Peterson Director 0.50 hrs/week
LM
Lori Medina Sec/Treasurer 0.50 hrs/week
LM
Lori Medina Director 0.50 hrs/week
MC
Michelle Callejas Director 0.50 hrs/week
SB
Sanja Bugay Director 0.50 hrs/week
SB
Sayori Baldwin Director 0.50 hrs/week
SG
Shannon Gadd Director 0.50 hrs/week
SB
Shelby Boston Director 0.50 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2021)

$1.9M

Highest Paid

$472K

Cathy Sanderling-Mcdonald

Compensated Officers

7

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Cathy Sanderling-Mcdonald EXEC Director $311,241 $160,402 $471,643 40
Eileen Cubanski Director Of Budget $231,348 $148,643 $379,991 40
Christiana Smith Director Of IT Pol $159,999 $97,133 $257,132 40
Diana Boyer Director Of Policy $132,421 $97,640 $230,061 40
Frank Mecca Former EXEC DIR $153,157 $55,766 $208,923 40
Paula Villescaz Staff $106,397 $52,253 $158,650 40
Theresa Pena Staff $102,807 $50,928 $153,735 40

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

Contact

Get in touch with County Welfare Directors Assoc

Phone

(916) 443-1749

Social

Visit Website
925 L Street Ste 350 Sacramento, CA 95814