meet our team
our founders
Hillary Evans & Becca Desrochers
Our team at Redeeming Zoe is led by the passionate founders, Hillary and Becca, who first met in college in Texas and playfully joked about starting a nonprofit together. What started as a dream became a reality six years later with the founding of Redeeming Zoe. Today, Becca serves as our CEO, driving our mission forward with dedication and vision, while Hillary leads as the President of the Board of Directors, ensuring strategic guidance and support. Together, their shared commitment and vision continue to shape our efforts to protect and empower children.
our team
Ivy is dedicated to creating safer spaces and brighter futures for vulnerable children. With a strong passion for child advocacy and community development, she oversees programs, fosters meaningful collaborations, and builds strategic partnerships to expand the reach and impact of Redeeming Zoe’s work.
Believing that lasting change happens through collective effort, Ivy helps ensure that Redeeming Zoe works closely with local communities, organizations, and stakeholders to protect and empower children through training and awareness. By equipping individuals with the knowledge and resources needed to safeguard children, she helps strengthen support networks and support long-term impact.
Through hands-on leadership and a heart for service, Ivy remains committed to making a difference in one life, one family, and one community at a time. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, seeking new adventures, and finding inspiration in the outdoors.
MANAGER OF OPERATIONS
Ivy
Erlyn grew up in Surigao del Sur in the southern region of the Philippines. Her love for teaching and working with children began when she became actively involved in her faith and local church community. She is passionate about serving others and empowering children from underserved areas, inspiring them to dream big and grow in hope and purpose.
Growing up, Erlyn always dreamed of traveling around the world. When she is not serving with Team Zoe or her church, you can find her cooking and baking delicious Filipino treats.
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR
Erlyn
Nerissa
Nerissa grew up in Cebu and brings an energetic and adventurous spirit to everything she does. She is a strong advocate for children and is passionate about guiding and encouraging the younger generation to look toward the future with hope. With a background in the hotel and hospitality industry, she is committed to continuing her education to further develop her leadership and service.
For the past nine years, Nerissa has been actively involved in mentoring and supporting young people in her community. In her free time, you can often find her riding her motorcycle through the mountains or along the coast.
PROGRAM DIRECTOR
James
As Redeeming Zoe’s Program Support Officer, James is dedicated to strengthening efforts that raise awareness and help prevent child abuse. Born and raised in Cebu, Philippines, he has spent many years serving and mentoring people in his community. His passion for guiding and encouraging others extends to children, youth, and families as he helps promote hope and positive change.
In addition to his work with Redeeming Zoe, James is actively involved in his church community and serves as a drummer on the worship team. Through both service and music, he enjoys encouraging and uplifting those around him.
PROGRAM SUPPORT OFFICER
Jayvee
Jayvee Eman, from Lapu-Lapu City, has a deep passion for cooking, traveling, and serving others in his community. From a young age, he has been dedicated to helping people grow and discover their potential. He began serving in youth programs of his local church at the age of 15 during his third year of high school and has since found great fulfillment in mentoring and guiding young people.
Jayvee is passionate about supporting the next generation and walking alongside others as they grow and pursue a meaningful future. Through his work and service, he remains committed to encouraging hope and positive change within the community.
PROGRAM SUPPORT - FIELD OFFICER
Rose
Rose, born and raised in Cebu, brings her love for art and creativity to Redeeming Zoe. With over 10 years of experience serving as a creative volunteer, she is passionate about using her talents to support and uplift the community. She believes strongly in the importance of building healthy and meaningful relationships and sees creativity as a powerful way to communicate hope and inspire others.
Through her work, Rose hopes to connect more people to the mission of Redeeming Zoe and help raise awareness about protecting and empowering children.
DONOR MANAGER & MARKETING SPECIALIST