Wayfinder Family Services Honors Glenn Sonnenberg, Jason Russell and W. M. Keck Foundation

LOS ANGELES, March 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Wayfinder Family Services' recently honored Wayfinder's board chair, Glenn Sonnenberg; Wayfinder's Impact Council co-chair, Jason Russell; and the W. M. Keck Foundation at its annual event, The Conversation.

Each year, the organization presents the Wayfinder Award to individuals and organizations to express gratitude for their commitment to children, youth and families in California.

Wayfinder President and Chief Executive Officer Jay Allen presented each recipient with their award, "Today we honor a group of inspiring people, who have championed Wayfinder's work, and the children, families and communities we serve."

Glenn Sonnenberg thanked Wayfinder saying, "It has been an honor to be recognized by an organization that is making a difference in the lives of so many of our neighbors who need our help. Wayfinder is doing such great things because its staff is comprised of visionary leaders, dedicated professionals, and relentless do-gooders!"

Jason Russell, whose family has volunteered and led at Wayfinder for multiple generations, proudly accepted his award sharing, "Los Angeles is home to many charitable organizations, but Wayfinder stands out across multiple categories. Its work is intentional and comprehensive, addressing the interconnected challenges of disabilities, child welfare and mental health."

Dr. Dorothy Fleisher, senior program director for the W. M. Keck Foundation, accepted the award on its behalf. Dr. Fleisher said, "What is interesting is that the Keck Foundation was founded in the very same year as Wayfinder. We share a commitment, the same commitment to vulnerable children and families ...Thank you on behalf of the Keck Foundation for allowing us to support you and to recognizing the Foundation for the work that we do."

About Wayfinder Family Services

Wayfinder Family Services is the place to turn for people facing the greatest challenges. The organization provides expert, individualized support and services to children, youth, adults and families—from people with vision loss and developmental disabilities to children in need of temporary shelter, foster care and adoption.

SOURCE Wayfinder Family Services