Our Mission
Nuestra Misión
CAFÉ is a non-profit organization that advances family and community growth through education. We serve our culturally diverse community providing opportunities in leadership, civic and social engagement, literacy development, and academic advancement.
CAFÉ's alliance with regional partners creates a unified community that seeks to empower all of its members.
CAFÉ es una organización sin fines de lucro que promueve el crecimiento de la familia y la comunidad a través de la educación. Servimos a nuestra comunidad diversa, proporcionando oportunidades de liderazgo, participación cívico y social, y el desarrollo de la alfabetización familiar.
Nuestra alianza con socios regionales crea una comunidad unida que trabaja para empoderar a todos sus miembros.
Our Priorities | Nuestras Prioridades
Family Education
Community Participation
Promoting Leadership
Environmental Justice
Educación Familiar
Participación en Asuntos Civicos y Comuniatrios
Promoviendo el Liderazgo
Justicia Ambiental
FOUNDERS
Jorge Chacón
Co-Founder
Dr. Jorge R. Chacón graduated with a Doctor of Psychology in 2005 from the accredited Southern California University for Professional Studies. He has worked in the counseling field in various capacities since 1969, including experiences as case manager, mental health clinician, educator and administrator.
Alma Chacón
Co-Founder
Alma Chacón graduated with a Masters Degree from the University of Washington. She has 30 plus years experience in the educational field that includes K-12 teaching, principal and administration. Additional experience includes supervision of statewide Bilingual and Title III Programs for the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction, and provision of statewide assistance to school districts specifically for program/curriculum reviews, training and coaching.
CAFÉ Updates
Meet the CAFÉ Team
Wenatchee, WA
Tonantzintla “Tona” Chacón, BS, MSW
Executive Director
Angelica Garcia-Macias
Programs Manager
Nicole Vela, BA, SUDP
NWFSI Program Director
Micaela Carrasco
Yakima Branch Manager
Yametzin '“Metz” Chacón
HR & Operations Manager
Ana Sanchez
Executive Assistant
Andrea Guillen Agaton
Education Coordinator
Colin Ryan
Facility Manager
Recovery Navigator Co-Lead
Daniela Alpire
CAFÉ Language Connections Coordinator
Francisco Jimenez
Youth Empowerment and Support Coordinator
Gabby Guerra-Torres
Community Engagement Coordinator
Jazmine Benitez
Community Equity Coordinator
Marco Granados Vidriales
Outreach Coordinator
Mona Lopez
Outreach & Special Projects Coordinator
Stephanie Gúzman
Community Connect Lead
Yesenia Perez
Environmental Justice Coordinator
NW Family Services Institute
Dr. Jorge Chacón, PsyD
Clinical Supervisor
Maria Martinez
Intern
Rosa Bobadilla
Front Desk Executive
Victor Garibay, SUDPT
Counselor
Recovery Navigators of Chelan-Douglas Counties
Allie Loveall
Recovery Navigator Specialist
Nereo Lima
Recovery Navigator Specialist
Patrick Lyons
Recovery Navigator Specialist
Tina Mackay
Recovery Navigator Specialist
Recovery Coaches of Chelan-Douglas Counties
Victor Estrada
Recovery Coach Coordinator
Travis Aasen
Recovery Coach Specialist
CAFÉ - Yakima, WA
Maria Rivera
Community Program Coordinator
Carmen Gonzalez | Recovery Navigator Coordinator
Katelynn Razo
Programs Specialist
In Loving Memory of Our Recovery Navigator Specialist, Madeleine Ramos
It is with heavy hearts that we remember Maddie, who served as a Recovery Navigator Specialist with CAFÉ for the past year and a half. Maddie’s compassion, dedication, and care for our community were unmatched. She walked alongside those she served with patience, empathy, and a deep commitment to their wellbeing.
Maddie was deeply loved by her colleagues, her clients, and everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. We are grateful for the outpouring of support from the community, as we come together to honor her memory and celebrate her life.
She will always be a part of our CAFÉ family.
Con cariño,
The CAFÉ Team
Madeleine Ramos | Recovery Navigator Specialist
With heavy hearts, we remember Carmen, who began her journey with CAFÉ in 2022 as a Recovery Navigator Specialist and stepped into the role of Recovery Navigator Coordinator in 2024.
To us, Carmen was more than a colleague. She was part of our team and our familia. She brought compassion, steadiness, and heart to this work, showing deep care for the individuals and families she walked alongside. She believed in people, in dignity, and in meeting others with empathy.
We will remember Carmen for her dedication, her leadership, and the quiet strength she carried. We hold her family, loved ones, and everyone grieving in our hearts.
She will always be part of the CAFÉ family.
Con cariño,
The CAFÉ Team
Meet CAFÉ’s Board of Directors
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"I joined the CAFE board because I'm passionate about helping others and advocating for those who can't. CAFE's mission aligns perfectly with my values, making it a natural fit for me. I'm thrilled to be a part of CAFE's incredible team as a board member."
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Crestview Law
"I have many years of experience working with the Hispanic community in both volunteer capacities and in my profession as an attorney. CAFE's work in our community is something that inspires me greatly, so I am very excited for the opportunity to bring my professional and volunteer experiences to CAFE's board."
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Our Valley Our Future
"I am inspired by CAFE's work helping people break through barriers so their lives can be better. The potential for us to collectively move forward as a community so everyone here has an opportunity to thrive is squarely in front of us."
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"I joined the CAFE board because I'm passionate about helping others and advocating for those who can't. CAFE's mission aligns perfectly with my values, making it a natural fit for me. I'm thrilled to be a part of CAFE's incredible team as a board member."
Board Members
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WA Higher Education Facilities Authority
"I believe in the mission of CAFE, to advance family and community growth through education. I have witnessed the power of education in changing lives in positive and profound ways. The opportunity to support students, families, and our culturally diverse community is an honor. "
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Community Health Plan of Washington
"Over the years, I have seen the amazing work CAFÉ is doing in our community. I am passionate about giving everyone resources to meet their goals, devoted to our community and seek to improve the quality of life for our members. I am honored to be part of CAFÉ’s amazing team as a board member."
