High Desert Food and Farm Alliance announced this week the appointment of Kristin Points as the new Executive Director, effective September 15th, 2025. Kristin replaces Sharon Maier-Kennelly who resigned in August 2025. HDFFA staff and board are all eager to have Kristin as a part of the team.
Kristin brings more than 20 years of nonprofit leadership experience to HDFFA, with a background in fundraising, communications, and community engagement. Prior to joining HDFFA, she served as Director of Development and Marketing at Friendship Shelter in Southern California, where she led successful fundraising campaigns and guided strategic communications.
“HDFFA is so fortunate to have a strong programmatic and financial footing, largely put in place by our prior Executive Director,” said HDFFA Board member Ingrid Brydolf. “Looking forward we are excited to welcome Kristin who brings a wealth of leadership and fundraising experience that will build upon our strong foundation and take us forward to new heights.”
HDFFA is a 501(c)3 non-profit serving Crook, Deschutes and Jefferson Counties as well as the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. HDFFA’s mission is to support a healthy and thriving food & farm network through education, collaboration, and inclusion. For more info visit hdffa.org.