Suzanne Gladney
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Jesse recently began her position at MFAF as Deputy Director. She graduated from William Jewell College in 2014 with a degree in Oxbridge History, and in 2023, she received her master's degree in Latin American Studies at the University of Kansas. Jesse has worked with nonprofits for nearly ten years, and in recent years she has focused on serving undocumented immigrants as a case manager. Outside of MFAF, Jesse devotes herself to learning new skills, teaching Spanish, and taking care of her five cats and two dogs.
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Rachel Moreno
Rachel started part time with MFAF in 2018, then began full time in 2021 as the Education Specialist before leaving for graduate school at the University of Nebraska-Omaha. There she studied Sociology. After graduating, she returned to MFAF to continue her work. She currently is the Youth Programs Coordinator leading the Teen Empowerment Collective (TEC) along with other educational and youth activities. Outside of MFAF, she enjoys spending time with family, friends, and gardening.
Daniel Rios
Daniel has been a part of MFAF for the past four years. He began working with the organization part-time in July 2022 and transitioned to a full-time role in July 2025. He currently serves as a Healthcare Case Manager and also assists with the Teen Empowerment Collective (TEC) program.
Daniel is currently enrolled online at Missouri State University, where he is pursuing a bachelor's degree in International Business. Daniel lives in Kansas City with his wife and their pet cat. In his free time, he enjoys going to the movies, fishing, and playing pool with friends.
Daniel is currently enrolled online at Missouri State University, where he is pursuing a bachelor's degree in International Business. Daniel lives in Kansas City with his wife and their pet cat. In his free time, he enjoys going to the movies, fishing, and playing pool with friends.
Kaylee Dolen
Kaylee Uland has been with MFAF since 2016. She is a part-time Health Care Manager and co-leads the MFAF Women's Group. Kaylee has a background in human rights research and international relations. She is a lifelong Midwesterner who enjoys working with diverse communities, learning fun facts, and drinking really good coffee.
Vanessa Vejar
Vanessa joined the MFAF team in January 2026 as a Healthcare Case Manager. She brings more than eight years of experience in the healthcare field, serving as both a Community Health Worker and Case Manager. Outside of work, Vanessa enjoys spending time with her family, thrifting, and working on decorating projects.
Meaghan Fanning
Meaghan graduated from Rockhurst University in 2012 with majors in Theology and Religious Studies and Nonprofit
Leadership Studies. She graduated from University of Missouri-Kansas City in May, 2014 with her Masters in Social Work with a concentration in Immigrant and Refugee Rights. Meaghan works with refugees and their families at Jewish Vocational Services. At MFAF, she works part-time coordinating the Girls' Group sessions and individual meetings with teen girls and their families.
Leadership Studies. She graduated from University of Missouri-Kansas City in May, 2014 with her Masters in Social Work with a concentration in Immigrant and Refugee Rights. Meaghan works with refugees and their families at Jewish Vocational Services. At MFAF, she works part-time coordinating the Girls' Group sessions and individual meetings with teen girls and their families.