Kyle Francoeur, Operations Director

Kyle Francoeur graduated from Bridgewater State University with a degree in History. Kyle is a High School History teacher and coaches indoor and outdoor track and field and cross country.

In his free time, Kyle enjoys running distance and competing in Ninja competitions. Kyle proposed to his fiance Lyndsey in June; and together they are proud parents of their sphynx cat, Liza.

Kyle looks forward to being able to provide scholarships through this organization.

Vanessa Vasconcellos, Field Operations

Vanessa Vasconcellos graduated from BCC with an Associate in Arts. She’s currently attending Fitchburg State University to obtain a Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Education. She is a High School medical assistant instructor and SkillsUSA Advisor.

Vanessa has been married to her husband Joseph for 13 years and together for 22 years. They have an 11-year old daughter, Alaina, who has been part of the Mayflower Princess program. Vanessa has been part of the Scholarship Organization since 2018.

Jillian Howarth, Field Operations

Jillian is currently a full-time student at the University of Massachusetts where she is pursuing a degree in social work. She has worked in the healthcare and social service field for the past 10 years, most recently working as a care coordinator for the Community Partners Program at Family Service Association.

She grew up playing the piano and dancing competitively at Erin Rae’s School of dance, earning several titles. She later taught both competitive and recreational classes for several years.

Jillian resides in Fall River with her husband, Chris, and two cats!