PLACERVILLE, Calif. – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern Sierra (BBBSNS) has announced the appointment of Dina Gentry as its new Director of Development, effective March 3, 2025. Gentry brings a wealth of experience in communications, community engagement, and fundraising to the organization.
BBBSNS Executive Director Brenda Frachiseur expressed her enthusiasm for Gentry’s addition to the team, stating,
“BBBSNS is excited to have Dina join our team. Her long-term commitment to this community and her passion for the children we serve make her an excellent advocate as we work to move our mission forward. We feel lucky to have her!”
Gentry’s deep roots in the local community are evident through her educational background and civic involvement. She attended Sutter’s Mill Elementary, Gold Trail Middle, and Golden Sierra High Schools. Additionally, she is an active member of the Placerville Club of Kiwanis and serves on the board of Sierra Community Access Television, Channel 2. Her personal connection to the region fuels her dedication to expanding BBBSNS’s reach and strengthening its mission of empowering children through one-to-one mentoring relationships.
In her new role, Gentry will focus on enhancing fundraising efforts, building community partnerships, and increasing support for BBBSNS’s programs. Her leadership is expected to play a pivotal role in ensuring that more children in the Northern Sierra region have access to positive mentorship opportunities.
For more information about Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern Sierra and ways to support its mission, visit www.bbbsns.org.