Mary Ellen Rinaldi
Program Coordinator
Describe your job?
As Program Assistant I provide support to the CASA Team to ensure the Program day-to-day procedures run smoothly. This includes administrative duties as well as assisting with the planning and coordination of activities such as volunteer training and fundraising events.
What is the best part of working with CASA?
The best part of working for CASA – there are so many; I have the greatest co-workers, our board of directors are committed to the program, staff and volunteers, but the number one reason is witnessing how our dedicated volunteers truly care and are committed to changing the lives of the children we serve.
When you were a child, what career did you want to pursue?
when I was little, I wished to grow up to be just like my mother, I wanted to be a wife and mom devoted to caring for and loving her family.
What is your go-to comfort food?
Comfort food – anything Italian, but especially pizza!
if you were to win the lottery, what would be the first thing you would do?
If I won the lottery, I would buy a large vacation home for my family to spend time together to make fun, long-lasting memories!
If you were stranded on a desert island, what would you bring?
If I were stranded on a desert island, I would bring pictures of my family, lots of Pepsi and snacks.