Our Board
PRESIDENT
Darius Beckham
Darius was born and raised in Dayton. He is currently the senior policy aide to Dayton Mayor Jeffrey Mims and served as Legislative Aide to Mayor Nan Whaley. In between those jobs, Darius worked as Project Manager at HHI. He graduated from University of Dayton where he studied Political Science and Sociology and was a Dayton Civic Scholar.
TREASURER & SECRETARY
Alexandra Klug
Alex previously served as Outreach Director for Agraria Center for Regenerative Practice, working with community partners to increase regional application of regenerative farming methods. She has also worked with Homefull leading their on-the-farm vocational training program, and for the Foodbank, Inc. developing their first urban ag production space.
She has volunteered with the Feminist Health Fund and BW Greenway, and works seasonally as an easement monitor for Tecumseh Land Trust. Alex has a B.S. in Agricultural Science and Permaculture Design and was proud to participate in the EPA Region 5’s first Environmental Justice Academy.
Christine (Chris) Corba
Christine Corba’s love of nonprofit work and volunteering began when she was fourteen. Her mom signed her up to work at the town’s Food Co-op and the food pantry, and she discovered that she really enjoyed the camaraderie that comes from working toward a common cause.
After graduating from Indiana University of Pennsylvania with a psychology degree, she worked for several nonprofit and governmental organizations, including the Family Service Association, the Governor’s Community Council (now ServeOhio), the Friends of the Dayton Metro Library, We Care Arts, and Epilepsy Foundation Ohio.
In her current role as executive director of the League of Women Voters of the Greater Dayton Area, Chris is responsible for supporting the work of over 350 members whose mission is to encourage informed and active participation in government.
Stephanie Patino-Garfias
Stephanie is a graduate of Wright State University, and as a Newman Civic Fellow, she demonstrated exceptional leadership and dedication, both at home and abroad, in the fight for social justice and human rights. Driven by a passion for effecting change, Stephanie pursued a dual master's degree from the University of Malta and George Mason University in Conflict Analysis and Resolution, with a focus on Inclusive Conflict Engagement and Mediterranean Security.
During Stephanie’s time as project manager at the Hall Hunger Initiative, she spearheaded the Miami Valley Community ID program.
Today, Stephanie continues to shine as a pioneering force within the Montgomery County Auditor's Office, where she advocates for the Hispanic community, ensuring equitable access to essential services and fostering a sense of belonging for all residents.
