Meet the Directors
Taylor Gorick
Chairperson
Taylor is a local secondary school teacher and the co-founder of Project HOPE Windsor Essex. She is passionate about all aspects of Project HOPE - the way community comes together, the love that goes into bringing ideas to reality, and the hope created by the end results. Taylor truly believes in the goodness of people and the power of community. Her goal is the meaningful expansion of Project HOPE over time to create a greater reach within Windsor Essex.
Teri Gorick
Director of Operations
Teri is a retired elementary school teacher and is the proud mother and mother-in-law of the co-founders of Project HOPE Windsor Essex. She partnered in a music ministry with her husband for many years that served to benefit those less fortunate. Teri is a strong believer in reminding people that they are loved, both through words and actions. She views Project HOPE Windsor Essex as an opportunity to provide some comfort with the message that there can be better days ahead.
Steve Pomerleau
Director of Community Relations
Steve is a local business owner and co-founder of Project Hope Windsor Essex. As a lifelong entrepreneur with 21 years experience owning and operating a local business, Steve has witnessed first hand the power and passion of the Windsor Essex community. Steve is a strong believer in the goodwill of the Windsor Essex region and is dedicated to giving back to those in need.
Caitlin Hildenbrand
Administrative Director
By day, Catie is a Coordinator with a local non-profit organization where she works with Windsor-Essex business professionals. At home, Catie has two young boys who she hopes will learn valuable lessons about compassion and making an impact in the community through her example. Catie looks forward to continuing the work that was started by Project HOPE last year and partnering with others in our region to provide essentials to those who need it.