In 1965, UMOS was formed by community and faith leaders who recognized the unmet
needs and aspirations of migrant and seasonal farmworkers. Today, UMOS's mission
extends beyond its origins, reaching individuals of all ethnic, racial, and linguistic
backgrounds who struggle to meet their needs. We aim to help them 'Build Better Futures'
for themselves and their families. This mission is made possible by the diverse and
widespread support of individual and institutional philanthropists, federal, state, and local
government agencies, employers, and other nonprofit partners. Together, we serve
thousands of families across Wisconsin, Texas, Missouri, Illinois, Florida, Minnesota, and
seven other states through partners.
Maria Borda-Wiesner
Maria Borda-Wiesner
Don Cohen
Don Cohen
Michael “Mike” Milam
Michael “Mike” Milam
Israel Ramón
Israel Ramón
Jose Ruano
Jose Ruano
Pastor Juan Salinas, Jr.
Pastor Juan Salinas, Jr.
Cesar Sotelo
Cesar Sotelo
Ben Obregón, Board Chair
Ben Obregón, Board Chair
Chair of Executive Committee
Chair of Executive Committee
Maria Watts, Board Vice Chair
Maria Watts, Board Vice Chair
Chair of Bylaws Committee
Chair of Bylaws Committee
Julio Guix, Board Treasurer
Julio Guix, Board Treasurer
Chair of Finance and CSBG Advisory Committees
Chair of Finance and CSBG Advisory Committees
Nedda Avila, Board Secretary
Nedda Avila, Board Secretary
Chair of Nominating Committee
Chair of Nominating Committee
Marisela Galaviz, Parliamentarian
Marisela Galaviz, Parliamentarian
Chair of Planning & Evaluation Committee
Chair of Planning & Evaluation Committee
Joe Villmow
Joe Villmow
At Large Member of Executive Committee
At Large Member of Executive Committee
Jessica Jaqueline Gomez
Jessica Jaqueline Gomez
Head Start Policy Council President
Head Start Policy Council President
Mayra “Veronica” Silva Lucio
Mayra “Veronica” Silva Lucio
Head Start Policy Council Vice President
Head Start Policy Council Vice President