Leadership Team


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	Katy Keches Director of Development & Community Outreach Katy first came to Hill House as Little Groove parent in the Fall of 2021. She and her daughter fell in love with the programs and Katy is thrilled to put her 15 years of fundraising experience to work at Hill House. She loves the opportunity to bring joy and community to the families in her neighborhood and throughout Boston. Katy is originally from Virigina, but lives with her husband and daughter, Corinne, in Beacon Hill. When she isn't at work or chasing after a toddler, Katy loves to sail, needlepoint, and volunteer for other community organizations. Contact: kkeches@hillhouseboston.org or extension 102.

	Adriana Donohue Senior Program Instructor & Kiddie Kamp Team Leader, 2015 Instructor of the Year Adriana moved into her role of Senior Instructor for Enrichment Programs in November of 2019. She began her Hill House run in 2012 as a playgroup facilitator. She has since then been a jack of all trades, teaching tumbling, art, science and cooking. Her classes are taught in both English and Spanish, providing a multilingual classroom for the Hill House kids. She has also been a part of the Kiddie Kamp in the summer, starting as a counselor and currently serving as the Team Leader. Adriana loves spending her time with the Hill House kids, watching them laugh, learn and grow. She sees every class as a unique experience, and the kids are so special to her. She especially loves seeing the families outside of the Firehouse and loves being able to say hi to them in the neighborhood. Originally from Mexico, Adriana currently lives in the West End with her husband, son (Emiliano) and dog (Bruin). She loves to cook, read, and walk around the city and Charles River with Bruin. Favorite quote: "Be yourself, everyone else is taken." Contact: adonohue@hillhouseboston.org

	Patty Kennedy Finance Manager Patty joined Hill House in November 2014 and brings over 30 years of experience in the accounting field. While raising two daughters in Manchester-by-the-Sea, she was actively involved in several nonprofit organizations on the North Shore. She held the position of Treasurer in her daughters' co-operative pre-school Magic Years, Treasurer of The Manchester Mother's Club, The Manchester PTO and was instrumental in the start-up of The Parents of Manchester Essex Middle School. Now that her daughters are older, she has spent the past six years as an independent consultant of small business accounting management, specializing in QuickBooks. In her leisure time, Patty enjoys quality time with her family, home renovation, traveling, skiing, boating, tennis, and has recently taken up golf. Contact: pkennedy@hillhouseboston.org or extension 120.

	Jamie Kelly Programs Manager, Enrichment & Camp Jamie started at Hill House in the fall of 2022. Originally from Newbury, MA, Jamie earned her BA in International Relations, French and Spanish from Beloit College. There, Jamie played varsity tennis which led her to her role as a junior tennis pro in Newburyport, MA after graduation. After three years of tennis summer camp experience, Jamie is excited to bring her new energy and attention to Hill House's amazing summer programs. Jamie is thrilled to be a part of Hill House's leadership team and looks forward to expanding and improving enrichment programs, as well as every family's Hill House experience. Jamie relocated to Boston and is enjoying the city life. She enjoys traveling, playing tennis, cooking, boating, and spending time with her family and friends. Contact: jkelly@hillhouseboston.org or extension 110.

	John King Athletics Manager John joined Hill House as Senior Athletics Coordinator in September 2021. He is no stranger to Hill House, coaching for the organization and helping with the summer camp since 2016. He graduated from Emerson College in 2017 with a major in Sports Communication and a minor in Nonproft Management. As a former pre-school teacher and after-school teacher at the Advent School, John has always been passionate about making a difference in the lives of young children. John first joined Hill House Athletics to help coach flag football but he's been involved with soccer, basketball, and even more since. He loves helping children in every program discover a lifelong passion for athletics. Outside of Hill House, John enjoys reading, storytelling, and playing board games with friends far too competitively. Favorite quote: "We are what they grow beyond." Contact: jking@hillhouseboston.org or extension 140.

	Ryan Moore Senior Athletics Coordinator & Day Camp Team Leader Ryan joined the Hill House team as an Athletics Coordinator in October 2022. Originally from South Florida, Ryan graduated from Rollins College with a BS in Business Management. No stranger to the world of athletics, he has played multiple sports growing up and went on to play collegiate baseball. Ryan has extensive knowledge and passion for baseball and all sports, and is eager to help kids in gaining a similar passion for sports. He looks forward to sharing his love for sports with the Hill House community while helping in the athletic and character development of children. In his spare time, he likes walking his dog, Charlie, playing video games, and spending time with his siblings as a part of his relocation to Boston. Contact: rmoore@hillhouseboston.org or extension 105.

	Tara Lea Program Associate of Enrichment and Camp Tara joined Hill House in October of 2023. She is originally from Southwest Florida and attended the University of Florida where she graduated in 2022 with a BS in Family, Youth and Community Sciences and minored in Nonprofit Leadership. Her background includes working at Community Foundations and volunteering with many nonprofits such as American Red Cross, United Way, and Aces in Motion. She also spent many years being a lifeguard, swim instructor, and camp counselor, and grew up competing in speed and synchronized swimming. Tara is so excited to have joined the Hill House team and is looking forward to supporting the community and getting to know local families! Tara relocated to Boston from England in Fall 2023, and outside of Hill House coaches synchronized swimming at Boston University. In her free time, she likes spending time with family and friends, reading, and traveling. Contact: tlea@hillhouseboston.org or extension 130

	Molly Ross Development & Events Manager Molly joined the Hill House team in November 2022. She has her Master's Degree in Nonprofit Management from Northeastern University and her BA in Peace, Justice, and Human Rights from John Carroll University in Cleveland, OH. Molly's background includes working with various nonprofits including the Famicos Foundation, the Boys and Girls Club, and Youth Ability Workout Classes. So far she has enjoyed teaching cooking classes, coaching Girls Volleyball Club, getting involved with Summer camp, and helping organize our annual photos with Santa. She is looking forward to getting to know the families of Hill House and participating in events that bring the community joy year round! In her free time, Molly enjoys listening to podcasts, reading, and looking a pictures of her dog Sid. Contact:mross@hillhouseboston.org or extension 220
	Izabella Guy Program Assistant Izabella became a Program Assistant at Hill House in July 2024. She graduated in 2023 from Lynn Vocational Technical Institute with a focus on Early Education and Care. Wanting to pursue something new and different in the field of childcare, she joined the Hill House Leadership Team. In her free time, Izabella enjoys doing makeup, watching new movies and tv shows, listening to music, watching sunsets at the beach, and going out to explore. Contact: pro gramasst@hillhouseboston.org or extension 100
	Connie Cifelli Program Assistant Connie joined Hill House as a Program Assistant in March of 2024. She recently graduated from Suffolk University in 2023 where she receieved her B.A. in Theatre and a minor in Sociology. Having grown up participating in community events and taking on leadership roles in her hometown, she is excited to be a part of the Hill House community. In her free time, Connie enjoys reading, rewatching her favorite tv shows, and trying new recipes. Contact: programasst@hillhouseboston.org or extension 100.
	Rosa Moriello Program Assistant Rosa joined Joined Hill House as a program assistant in September of 2024. She has a background is recreational programs and sports administration. In her free time, she enjoys playing sports and walking around the city. Contact: programasst@hillhouseboston.org or extension 100