Meet the Team
Our dedicated team of unique and passionate women comes from various backgrounds, united by one mission: to ensure young women feel seen, heard, and simply. We believe in the power of and support, and we’re here to uplift each other every step of the. Join us in creating a community where everyone feels valued and cherished!
Director of Giving & Growth
Martha
Leading fundraising, grant development, donor engagement, and community partnerships for Simply Loved.
Founder/CEO
Anna
Community advocate, mentor, and founder of Simply Loved, She believes every young person deserves to feel seen, supported, and surrounded by people who believe in their potential. Through Simply Loved, Anna is turning love into action by creating opportunities, resources, and a community where young people know they are Simply Loved..
Idea Maker
Dr Noemi Mendez
Educator, children’s author, and proud first-generation woman who earned her doctoral degree in education. She is the author of Besitos de Lejos, Madrina Guardian, and Because She Believed, stories inspired by family, culture, perseverance, and the power of believing in yourself.
Simply Loved is a nonprofit founded in memory of Ema Cardenas to support and empower middle and high school girls—especially first-generation, immigrant, and underserved youth. We believe every young woman deserves to feel seen, supported, and simply loved.
Our Core Initiatives Ema’s Closet – A mobile clothing closet offering new and gently used clothing, hygiene essentials, and confidence-boosting care to girls in need. Read to Rise – A literacy and mentorship program helping newcomer and first-gen students build reading skills and a love for learning. Education Empowerment – Support for navigating school systems, academic goal setting, and planning for life after graduation. Mental Health Matters resources and peer-focused events to promote self-worth, healing, and emotional resilience. Together, we're creating a community where every girl knows she matters.
