Our Team – Every Day is a Miracle

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Maria Torres

Co-Founder / CEO - Maria has made it her professional and personal mission to serve her community and care for those who need it most. With a degree in accounting and long career in the nonprofit industry, she created Every Day is a Miracle to end food insecurity in the Bronx.

Mercedes Liriano

Co-Founder / Chair - Mercedes is a long-time advocate for social justice. With a background in business, she has helped shape EDM into the organization it is today and continues to participate in the development of all programs.

Henry Corniel

Regional Director - Henry has been serving since his time in the military, and he continues to advocate for fellow veterans in the fight for equality. He is the Regional Director of both EDM locations and handles logistics and operations.

Richard Goods

Pantry Manager - Richard is a skilled professional who effectively manages EDM's pantry locations, ensuring they meet safety standards for food storage, handling, and distribution. With prior experience working for DHL, a delivery company, he brings a wealth of knowledge to the role. In his free time, he also volunteers as an umpire for a high school baseball and softball team.

Bruce Geoghegan

Pantry Coordinator - Bruce is a dedicated professional who has devoted the past three years to combatting food insecurity at EDM. With a background in security, he brings a unique perspective and skill set to the role of Pantry Coordinator. He enjoys helping the community and is passionate about providing food to those in need. He is responsible for handling and organizing deliveries and distribution, ensuring a smooth and efficient.

Natia Bueno

Development/Communication Manager - Natia Bueno’s team is responsible for communications, volunteer management, and development. Her journey with Every Day is a Miracle (EDM) began in 2022, driven by her passion for community service. Natia holds degrees in international relations and communication and has received several awards for her work in the non-profit sector, including the Elizabeth & Ruth Young Peace Prize. Natia finds joy in seeing the smiles on children's faces and the gratitude from clients. "Helping out makes their lives a little easier and that’s why I love what I do.”

Amanda Plaza

Customer Service Coordinator - Amanda Plaza has been with Every Day is a Miracle (EDM) since 2021. She says, "I am with EDM because it is a nonprofit organization that fights hunger in the Bronx community."Amanda enjoys providing customer service by registering clients, scheduling appointments, and adding family members to their accounts so they can receive food. "Helping ensure that the Bronx community doesn't suffer from hunger is my motivation," she adds.

Juan Pablo

Communications Associate - Juan Pablo joined Every Day is a Miracle (EDM) as an intern in the summer of 2023 and became a staff member in December 2023. In his role, he applies and expands his Bachelor of Arts degree with a concentration in Computer Imaging in a fun and engaging way. Juan Pablo enjoys the creativity of promoting EDM's services and is driven by the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the community. He is passionate about ensuring EDM's mission reaches those in need.

Maria Elena Ortiz

Pantry Coordinator - Maria Elena's journey with Every Day is a Miracle (EDM) is a testament to the power of giving back. Starting as a client, she experienced firsthand the support and compassion EDM provides. In 2020, Maria Elena began volunteering. Her dedication and enthusiasm led to her joining the EDM staff in July 2023. At EDM, Maria Elena finds joy and excitement in working directly with the food pantry and helping to serve the community. Her commitment to giving back and improving the lives of others fuels her ongoing involvement with EDM, where she continues to make a positive impact every day.

Cynthia Bonilla

Navigations Associate - Cynthia joined Every Day is a Miracle (EDM) in October 2019. She says, "I love to help others in need because I see myself in them. Helping out makes their lives a little easier." Cynthia enjoys serving her community and seeing children's smiles. "To get hugs and thank yous from clients is priceless," she adds. Her motivation comes from the community's appreciation and EDM's supportive environment. "I love what I do because I do it from the heart," Cynthia says. She values being part of a growing organization that fosters learning and teamwork and she is dedicated to making a difference. "We are family at Every Day is a Miracle.”

Carlos Chacon

Operations Manager - Carlos joined Every Day is a Miracle (EDM) through the CUNY Career Launch program in the summer of 2023. Grateful for the opportunity, Carlos adds, "The motivation comes from the people around me and wanting to learn more. I’ve been blessed to be a part of this mission and the least I can do is continue to support and give back to the community that raised me."