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P 916.482.2370 | 3555 Auburn Boulevard, Sacramento, CA 95821
James is President of Financial Services for Auto Trust Dealer Alliance. He also serves on the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Sacramento Light the Night Executive Committee in honor of his late wife. A lifelong automotive industry and financial services professional, he earned his MBA from Villanova University and his BA in History from Sacramento State University. James was a youth ministry leader in college and volunteered in the Sacramento Juvenile Probation Department’s chaplaincy program in his early career, where his desire to serve at-risk youth was cemented.
As a father of two adolescent children, James was drawn to the mission of CRH to provide a safe place for youth to receive compassionate care and the support they dearly need.
Becky has volunteer experience as an advocate for families at risk of child abuse, and teaches communication courses, including persuasion and group dynamics, at Sacramento State University. She holds a doctorate in communication and has many years of experience in journalism and media relations as a former political news reporter and as editor of the state Senate Office of Research (SOR).
At SOR, Becky edited reports on foster care and other state social services programs. Her leadership skills include several years as bureau chief for United Press International and for Gannett News Service in Sacramento and membership on the Professional Enhancement Committee of her Communication Studies Department at Sacramento State. She brings governing board experience as a former Board member and Publications Chair for the nonprofit American River Natural History Association in Sacramento.
Becky feels privileged to have joined the CRH Board in 2016, given its 75-year history of aiding the county’s abused, neglected and traumatized youth. She previously counseled families at risk of child abuse as a volunteer with Family Support Services in Sacramento County.
Carlos Anguiano is a tax specialist at AT&T, focusing on state and local tax matters in the western region. Before joining AT&T, Carlos was a Principal Consultant for the California State Assembly’s Committee on Revenue and Taxation, where he delivered in-depth analysis and technical recommendations on legislative proposals. Beyond his legislative background, Carlos served on the Sacramento County Assessment Appeals Board from 2017 to 2020. During his tenure, he adjudicated property tax assessments to ensure fair and equitable treatment for all properties in Sacramento County.
Carlos was drawn to serve on the Board of the Children’s Receiving Home because of its mission to provide safe and compassionate care for abused and neglected children.
David Ballard is former Chief Executive Officer of the Children’s Receiving Home of Sacramento and volunteer historian.
He holds a Bachelors degree in Sociology from California State University at Northridge and a Masters Degree in Social Welfare (MSW) from UCLA. He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and has spent most of his professional career in psychiatric social work and the field of of out-of-home care for children.
David believes strongly in the mission of the Children’s Receiving Home and its critical role in meeting the needs of children at risk.
Carol is a communications expert with over 25 years of experience in business strategy, campaign development, consumer research, behavior change, communication planning, and integrated marketing solutions including advertising, sophisticated digital programs, influencer engagement, and community outreach tactics. She has worked locally, statewide, nationally, and across the Asia Pacific. Carol’s extensive experience with government, healthcare, education, and behavior change programs targeting underserved, low-income, unhoused, and undocumented populations give her a unique perspective.
Carol feels a duty to give back, and CRH provides an opportunity to share her business skills in raising funds as well as her lived experience as a mother. She adopted her daughter at birth, narrowly saving her from entering the foster care system. Over the past three years, Carol’s family has navigated their daughter’s traumatic and challenging mental health journey, which has included both short- and long-term residential support. Through this experience, she has discovered first-hand how difficult it is for parents to get the necessary help struggling children, even with time, connections, and financial resources.
Lori is a respected Sacramento-area real estate professional with over 30 years of experience and more than 650 successful home sales. She is recognized for her professionalism, strategic negotiation skills, and for helping clients navigate significant life transitions with confidence and care. Lori has built her business on relationships, integrity, and a consistent commitment to delivering results.
Lori is also a proud alumna of the Children’s Receiving Home of Sacramento (CRH), where her own journey began. Her connection to CRH runs deep and continues to shape her commitment to giving back. As a member of the Board of Directors, Lori is leading efforts to reconnect with and build the CRH alumni community—creating a space where shared experiences can uplift and support the next generation of children in crisis.
Lori is also the proud mother of two, a full-circle blessing that fuels her passion for making sure every child feels safe, supported, and seen.
James Lungi is a technology expert specializing in the fields of marketing, events, nonprofit management, and Mortgage / Real Estate technology tools. James is currently a mortgage loan originator, which means he has the honor and privilege of being able to help people buy their first homes, investment properties, and homesteads.
James has always felt called to help youth going through the child welfare system. He feels that by preparing those youth with business experience and coaching, they will have an exponentially higher chance of becoming successful once they age out. James is currently using his technology and financial expertise to provide support to CRH as a member of the board.
Prior to his current career as a mortgage advisor, James owned and operated a successful corporate events and concierge service in Las Vegas. During that time he was blessed to be able to work with college internship programs, charitable organizations, and youth mentoring programs. James is happy to be able to use his skills as a seasoned corporate event planner to help CRH curate successful and memorable events.
Heidi Sanborn is the Founder and Executive Director of the National Stewardship Action Council and was the founding Director of the California Product Stewardship Council for 12 years – nonprofits dedicated to reducing waste, increasing recycling and advocating for a circular economy. Heidi represents the Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD)’s Ward 7, which includes North Highlands, Carmichael, Antelope, portions of Arden-Arcade, and Foothill Farms.
Heidi served as the President of the Sacramento Chapter of the National Alliance for Mental Illness, spearheading the efforts to start a walk for mental health, conducting police trainings and teaching family-to-family classes. She also served as a “Big Sister” with the Big Brothers Big Sisters organization. A native of Pennsylvania, Heidi is a graduate of UC Davis where she earned a bachelor’s degree in Political Science and of USC with a Master’s In Public Administration. Heidi and her husband have lived in Sacramento for 30 years.
Anjeleeca Wood is a community engagement strategist and regional partnership leader with experience working across nonprofit, civic, and private-sector initiatives to advance solutions that support vulnerable youth and families. She serves as Vice President of Community Engagement, where she collaborates with public agencies, elected officials, philanthropic partners, and community organizations to strengthen cross-sector initiatives focused on housing stability, workforce pathways, and community development.
Anjeleeca brings particular interest and experience in building partnerships that expand resources and long-term opportunities for Transitional Age Youth. Her work centers on aligning community priorities with strategic investments that help young people move toward stability and independence.
Her involvement with the Children’s Receiving Home began through engagement with campus reinvention efforts and the opportunity to help explore new models of service for youth in Sacramento. She is honored to serve on the Board of Directors and looks forward to supporting CRH’s continued leadership in developing innovative responses to the evolving needs of young people in the region.
