Our team
Holly Hennell
Manager
Holly is responsible for our members, new business and programme development.
‘Having previously worked on a number of volunteering programmes at the University of York, I joined York Cares in 2009. I have over 18 years experience of volunteer management in York and am responsible for overseeing the running of the charity, working with key city stakeholders to ensure our programmes address local community needs, whilst enabling employers to make a strategic investment in the city. I feel incredibly lucky to have a job that I love, working alongside a team who are all as passionate as I am about making a difference.
I am a mum to two boys and a cat who keep me very busy! In my limited spare time I enjoy exercising (yoga, walking, running and cycling), baking, reading and singing in a local community gospel choir.’
Hannah Corkery
Volunteering Project Officer
Hannah is responsible for our Aspirations programme
‘I have worked in the charity and public sector for almost ten years with a passion for supporting and engaging local communities. I am excited to deliver the Aspirations programme, bringing together employers and individuals to learn from each other and discover new opportunities. Having worked in Westfield ward previously, I look forward to contributing to the Westfield Centre partnership.
In my free time I enjoy painting with watercolours, photography and scoping out cosy pubs in the Yorkshire countryside.’
Georgia Gibbons
Volunteering Project Officer
Georgia is responsible for our marketing and communications.
‘I have been part of the York Cares team for 7 years. I love York and I am passionate about working with employers and their employees in the city to support them to make a tangible difference.
In my spare time I enjoy spending time in nature and doing crafty things.’
Kali Klimentova
Volunteering Support Officer
Kali supports the Social Clubs programme.
‘I have always been passionate about charity work so I am really looking forward to working with our partners and volunteers towards making a positive impact on York’s community spaces.
In my free time, I enjoy cooking, camping and making jam.’
Ruby Mason
York College T-Level Placement Student
Ruby is working with us 1 day a week until April 2025 alongside her studies at York College.
‘I have joined York Cares as part of my work placement during my T-level course at York College, studying Business Management and Administration. This placement is bringing my learning to life and I look forward to progressing my education here.
In my spare time, I love to travel and explore new places with my friends and family.’
Ebba Wadlan
Volunteering Support Officer
Ebba is responsible for our Environment and Sustainability programme.
‘I have joined York Cares as part of my placement year for my politics and international relations degree at the University of York. I’m looking forward to giving back to this fantastic community through my work with the environment and sustainability programme which brings together volunteers in York with community partners.
In my spare time I enjoy crochet and art as well as exploring York and its surrounding areas.’
Megan Wilkinson
Volunteering Project Officer
Megan is responsible for our Social Connections programme.
‘I have been working in the charity sector for over six years with a particular focus on reducing social isolation and loneliness in older people. I have a background in sports and community development following my degree at the University of Central Lancashire.
I enjoy baking and spending time exploring the Yorkshire countryside with my rescue dog Marley.’
