Meet the Team

  • Nadia Caporaso

    Founder/ Executive Director

  • Quin Weissenberger

    Warehouse & Program Director

  • Lilly Williams

    Director of Engagement

  • Jennie Steele

    Director of Giving

  • Karla Fugle

    Administrative & Operations Coordinator

  • Megan Young

    Marketing

  • Rory

    C.J.O.

    (Chief Joy Officer )

  • Lulu

    Lulu

    Jackson, MS C.J.O.

Our Board

Kristy Allan 

Kristy, Co-Founder of Higher Rock Foundation, is a San Juan Capistrano native who spent her career in business administration and finance. After retiring, she and her husband Warren launched the foundation to use their blessings to meet the needs of others and empower ministries with Kingdom-focused missions.

For over a decade, Kristy has partnered with The Freedom Challenge, climbing mountains like Everest Base Camp, Mt. Kilimanjaro (twice), and the Swiss Alps to raise awareness and funds for women facing oppression and slavery.

She met Warren at Biola University, and they now enjoy life with their three children and two grandsons. Kristy loves golf, travel, and spending time with her grandsons.

David Maldonado

David Maldonado is a highly regarded architect based in San Juan Capistrano and the owner of D33 Design and Planning. With over 30 years of experience in architecture and land planning, he has successfully managed both large-scale developments and smaller, intricate projects, bringing a keen eye for design and functionality to every endeavor.

Ken Hart

Ken Hart is the CEO and founder of Aquatic Technologies, Inc., a leading commercial and residential pool construction company based in San Juan Capistrano. With over 30 years of experience in the industry, Ken has overseen the design and build of pools ranging from backyard spas to large-scale recreational facilities. A licensed C53, B, and A contractor, he leads a full-service, employee-owned firm known for its high standards and in-house craftsmanship. Ken is also a former city commissioner and has served on the boards of Casa Teresa and Mission Hospital.

Kimberly Javier

Kimberly Javier is a Southern California-based entrepreneur and designer with a legacy rooted in luxury retail and a heart for faith-driven impact. Her family owned and operated the iconic El Portal Luggage stores, a beloved retail chain with 78 locations from 1936 to 2000, shaping her deep appreciation for quality, service, and people. After the successful sale of the business, Kimberly launched her own jewelry brand inspired by her Christian faith and a treasured family heirloom—a Cross pendant from her grandmother. Her pieces reflect a desire to blend timeless elegance with spiritual meaning. As a Riverbank board member, Kimberly brings a strong sense of purpose, creative vision, and a passion for uplifting others, helping guide the organization’s mission to serve families in crisis with care and dignity.