Governing With Purpose
Project NOW’s Board of Directors provides vision, oversight, and stewardship – ensuring we remain accountable to the communities we serve.
A Board Built to Represent the Quad Cities
Neighbors with lived experiences and deep ties to the communities we serve.
Elected leaders who help strengthen partnerships and advance our mission.
Professionals who bring expertise in business, finance, law, and more.
Meet Our Board of Directors
Emily Cummings
(Community)
Jessey Hullon
(Community)
Brandy Poston
(Private)
Sr. Roberta Bussan
(Private)
Rick Gosney
Crystal Castro
Ngone Diop
Elizabeth Hogan Wells
Alyssa Raya
Grace Simpson
David Adams
Venessa Taylor
Guiding the Mission. Protecting the Public Trust.
Set Strategic Direction
Establish long-term goals and ensure our work aligns with community needs.
Ensure Oversight
Provide diligent oversight of programs, performance, and organizational risk.
Steward Resources
Safeguard financial health and ensure responsible use of resources.
Build Partnerships
Strengthen relationships that expend opportunity and community impact.
Ensure Compliance
Uphold legal and ethical standards and protect the public trust.
Champion Our Mission
Amplify our mission and serve as ambassadors in the community.
How the Board Works
Board Meetings
The Board meets quarterly. Meetings are open to the public and include a time for community comment.
Committees
Committees focus on key areas including Finance, Program, Governance, and Community Engagement.
Conflicts of Interest
We maintain strict policies to manage conflicts of interest and ensure fair, ethical decision-making.
Governance & Public Documents
Stay Connected to Our Work
We invite you to stay informed, attend a meeting, and be part of the change in this region.