Kasondra Cohen-Herrendorf, Founder and CEO

Born and raised in Vancouver, BC, Canada, Kasondra Cohen-Herrendorf is a third-generation philanthropist, VP and CEO of Herrendorf Family Foundation Inc., and founder and CEO of Face of Today Foundation. Learning from her own mental health journey, and experiencing the sudden loss of her father Hershel Herrendorf, Kasondra dedicated herself to impact work, building international non-profit programs that focus on wrap-around support, scholarships and bursaries. Through her trust-based grant-making and stewardship, new programs are addressing social gaps while supporting young leaders and families facing barriers. As a result, students and families can thrive through both educational opportunities and meaningful social and community engagement. Since it's inception, Face of Today has raised over $1 million dollars to support community giving initiatives, and in 2019 opened the Cohen Centre for Social Enterprise. Kasondra is a recipient of the BCBusiness 30 under 30 award, and Forum for Women Entrepreneurs Nominee. Kasondra has partnered with WE, the Sarah MacLachlan School of Music, Music Heals, the Street to Home Foundation, Boys Club Network and Ray-Cam Co-operative Center to bring mental health solutions to Canadian youth.

Kasha Butler, Executive Director

Kasha is a lifelong believer that kindness starts with small actions. She has dedicated the last 10 years to becoming a youth programming specialist, with the philosophy that our daily choices create the type of world we want to live in. With her dynamic and progressive outlook on strategy and youth programs, Kasha has become a true leader in non-profit management. Kasha carries with her a Masters in Law from the University of Nottingham and a personal belief in the importance of building genuine connections, bringing a balance of organizational structure and community focus to her work. You can usually find Kasha in the centre with a good cup of coffee and her adorable dog/best friend, Churro.

Lexi Hermiston, Director - Operations

Lexi comes to Face of Today as our Director of Operations because she believes that kids deserve to be kids and has committed herself to creating equitable opportunities on the path to equality for all youth. Lexi boasts over 15 years of professional experience from customer service and events, to youth facilitation and project management, with a bachelors degree in English and History from Thompson Rivers University. Her breadth of experience has made her a true jack of all trades, and able to slide in to support Face of Today and the youth they serve with any problems that arise. When Lexi isn't at the Face of Today centre making sure the centre is full of delicious and nutritious snacks and keeping everything operating smoothly, you can usually find her hanging out with her daughter and pal Parker, splitting some ice cream and sharing laughs.

Meagan Conn, Director - Donor and Public Relations

Meagan Conn graduated from Concordia University with majors in Political Science and Community, Public Affairs and Policy Studies combining an interest in public relations and dedication to her community. While working for the Vancouver and Montreal offices of one of Canada’s leading Public Relations firms, her work with non-profit clients lead her to her passion. Currently, Meagan is working as the Director of Donor Relations for Face of Today Foundation to forge strategic stakeholder relationships and promote donor engagement. As a resident of Gastown, Meagan sees the daily impact the resource centre is having on youth in her community. This experience with FOT is supported through Meagan’s involvement on strategic boards and special event committees for a diversity of charitable initiatives including health care, alleviating food insecurity and providing education and resources for youth and the arts.