Named the 2015/16 Affiliate of the Year by National Girls Inc. and 2022 Hamilton County Schools Partner of the Year, the Chattanooga team is comprised of highly trained, committed staff and volunteers who believe in the promise and potential of local girls. The results of their dedication and focus are best demonstrated by the words and achievements of Girls Inc. girls.

Administrative Staff (423.624.4757)

Toccora Petersen, Chief Executive Officer

Shoshannah Walker, Chief Financial & Operating Officer

Taylor Hixson, Chief Development Officer

Fance Brannock, Director of Program Operations

Sara Butler, Executive Assistant to CEO & CFO

Katey Dailey, Communications & Development Specialist

Jillian Sanderfur, Manager of Outreach & Engagement

Program Staff (423.269.7410)

Zulfa Adem, Driver

Kayla Bates, Literacy Specialist & Camp Coordinator

Michelle Benton, Program Coordinator

Taylor Campbell, Program Coordinator

Mary Cate Culbertson, Teen Program Specialist

Anna Grace Inman, Program Coordinator

Jill Mallet, Relief Program Coordinator

Lexie McGill, Program Coordinator

Bre Merity, Program Coordinator

Jessica Perez, Program Assistant

Monica Reifinger, Latina Immersion Specialist

Joanna Walter-Wright, Manager of Program Operations

Consider supporting Girls Inc. of Chattanooga and our programs designed just for girls. Every day, we equip girls to navigate gender, economic and social barriers and grow up healthy, educated and independent.