Leading the Team
CARSON SHEFFIELD AND PIYUSH CHINTALWAR
Responsible for directing the board, administrating the organization's management structure, composing lasting strategies, and leading the team, Carson and Piyush work as a dynamic duo ensuring maximum impact.
First meeting in the middle school band, the two trumpet players became fast friends—band has that effect on people. Though, their idea to start Toys for Texans wasn’t born at a Friday night football game; inspiration struck as the two were playing video games together one Friday evening.
Their original plan was simple: host a two-week toy drive and give the donations to local children. With the help of friends from their biology class, they were able to make their first donation to the Samaritan Inn.
President
Emma Zhou
Emma manages social media outreach, corporate sponsorships, and event coordination, playing a key role in ensuring the smooth execution of activities and fostering strong relationships within the community.
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Emma is deeply passionate about fostering connections and bringing people together through meaningful interactions and shared experiences. She believes in the power of collaboration and works tirelessly to create an environment where everyone feels inspired to contribute to a greater cause.
Chief Executive Officer
Emily Gonzalez
Emily coordinates with churches and organizations to secure donation drives and manages the setup of collection boxes at various locations, allowing the community to come together and contribute to the cause.
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Emily finds true joy in knowing that her efforts directly contribute to brightening a child's day and making a meaningful impact. She values the opportunity to be part of something that not only brings hope to those in need but also strengthens the sense of community through shared efforts.
Chief Operating Officer
Anushka Mande
Anushka is dedicated to building community impact through outreach to businesses, schools, and individuals, organizing toy drives, and collaborating with the student board to enhance Toys for Texans’ operations.Through careful planning and collaboration, they help strengthen the organization’s network, making sure every drive and partnership aligns with the club’s mission to help those in need.
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Passionate about giving back, Anushka admires the shared enthusiasm and commitment of everyone involved in making a difference for children in need.
Secretary
Jakob Sheffield
Jakob serves as the secretary of the board, leading efforts to bring hope and joy to families across North Texas.
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Having played baseball for 11 years, Jakob is also a proud member of the Allen team and cherishes their roots in Illinois, where they spent the first decade of their life. Coming from a big family with two older brothers and two step-siblings, they value teamwork and collaboration, which they bring to their role in the organization.
Chief Communications Officer
Seunghui Yoon
Seunghui serves as CCO and head of human resources on the student board, leading efforts to welcome new members and build a passionate, dedicated team behind Toys for Texans. She reviews applications, conducts interviews, and places each new officer in a role where they can thrive.
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Driven by her passion to give back, Seunghui finds joy in helping launch every member’s journey and laying the foundation for the organization’s impact. She remains committed to growing Toys for Texans’ reach and bringing more people together in service of a greater cause.
Our Officer Team
Kavela Putcha
Lead Officer
Jeremy Chen
Lead Officer
Drew Cole
Pallav Chintalwar
Neel Reddy