Executive Team
Sending Sunshine is a registered charity (730627478RR0001) that collects and distributes cards to seniors living both in the community and residing in care facilities across Canada. The team was inspired to start Sending Sunshine when they noticed that senior citizens, a group already vulnerable to depression and loneliness, were hit especially hard by the COVID-19 pandemic, both physically and mentally.
Marissa Parker
Executive Director
Born and raised in Mississauga, Marissa is a graduate of the University of Ottawa's Master of Communication program. In her free time, Marissa has recently taken up cross stitch and also enjoys running, swimming, and reading!
Solange Hondermann
Treasurer
Born in Peru and raised in Ottawa, Solange is a graduate of Carleton University's Bachelor of Commerce Program and is currently working towards her CPA Designation. In her free time, Solange enjoys playing volleyball, reading, and playing with her dog Romeo!
Areej
El-Sharif
External Relations Director
Born and raised in Ottawa, Areej is currently pursuing her Master of Communications degree at the University of Ottawa. In her free time, she enjoys reading, going on long walks, and completing the daily New York Times Mini Crossword!
Tracy
Wu
Program Director
Born in Toronto and brought up in Mississauga, Tracy is a graduate of Queen's University, Faculty of Law. In her spare time, Tracy likes to hike with her dog Sesame, play badminton, and try new restaurants!
Isabelle
St-Jean
Marketing Director
Born and raised in Ottawa, Isabelle holds a Bachelor of Commerce - Marketing from the Telfer School of Management. In her free time, she enjoys playing piano, reading, and walking her dog Chino!