Yendy Rebollo
Yendi Rebollo is a dynamic nonprofit executive and the Executive Director of West Contra Costa County Meals on Wheels, where she leads efforts to serve vulnerable, homebound seniors across communities including Richmond, San Pablo, El Cerrito, Rodeo, Hercules, and Crockett. In her role, she oversees all aspects of the organization—from operations and finance to human resources, development, and community outreach—ensuring that essential meal delivery and support services reach those who need them most. Her leadership is grounded in a deep commitment to preventing hospitalizations, improving quality of life, and strengthening the safety net for aging populations.
Yendi’s journey with Meals on Wheels began as a college volunteer while attending the University of California, Berkeley, where she developed a passion for community service and advocacy. She steadily advanced within the nonprofit sector, taking on roles that expanded her leadership capacity, including managing post-secondary success programs that supported students pursuing higher education and career pathways. Known for her discipline and perseverance, she built her career while balancing multiple roles during her undergraduate studies—an experience that shaped her strong work ethic and ability to lead with both empathy and efficiency. Today, she continues to grow the organization’s impact, successfully expanding its budget through strategic partnerships, fundraising, and government contracts.
Recognized as Assembly District 14’s 2026 Woman of the Year, Yendi is a rising leader dedicated to creating meaningful, lasting change in her community. She is actively engaged in local initiatives and coalitions and is being considered for the Richmond Commission on Aging. Guided by values of service, patience, confidence, and mental wellness, she approaches leadership with both heart and intention. Yendi is passionate about empowering others, especially young women, encouraging them to embrace discipline, take consistent steps toward their goals, and believe in their ability to make a difference.
• Contra Costa Community College
Applied Mathematics
• University of California, Berkeley
Bachelor's degree, Ethnic Studies
• Brown University
Cultural Anthropology
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to the mentorship and support I’ve received throughout my journey, as well as the discipline and perseverance I’ve developed over time. I’ve been fortunate to learn from incredible individuals, including my research mentor Jessica Mena Flores, professors like Gregory Choi, our board president Rodney, and Brenda Valadez through Students Rising Above. Their guidance, combined with my experience balancing multiple roles while completing my undergraduate studies, helped me build the work ethic, resilience, and capacity needed to grow into leadership.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
I would encourage young women to believe in their own strength and capability, even when the path feels uncertain. Discipline and perseverance are key—success doesn’t happen overnight, but through small, consistent steps. Stay focused, keep showing up, and trust that your efforts will build into something meaningful over time.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges in the nonprofit sector is navigating limited funding and ongoing governmental budget cuts, especially while managing time and resources in smaller organizations. Building strong partnerships and leading teams across different generations can also be complex. At the same time, there are significant opportunities to expand outreach and marketing efforts, strengthen community relationships, and develop partnerships that lead to sustainable philanthropic support and contracts.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values that guide me most are service to my community, discipline, perseverance, and confidence. I also believe in the importance of patience and prioritizing mental wellness, both personally and professionally. Staying grounded in these values helps me lead with purpose and remain committed to making a meaningful impact.
Locations
West Contra Costa County Meals on Wheels
2301 Rumrill Boulevard, San Pablo, CA 94806-2904