Emma Wong
Executive Director
EWong@projectSHAREpa.org
717-249-7773 ext 222
Emma is a Registered Dietitian, with a Bachelor of Science degree from Rochester Institute of Technology and a dietetic internship from Penn State. She joined the Project SHARE team in 2020 as the Nutrition Coordinator and moved into the Executive Director role in 2023. Born and raised in Ireland, Emma moved to PA at age 10. Away from SHARE, Emma can be found hiking, reading or sharing a meal with friends and family.
Darrell Beam
Warehouse Coordinator
DBeam@projectSHAREpa.org
717-249-7773 ext. 230
Born and raised in Carlisle, his interests led him to playing guitar, writing, and recording music. Formed “The Pikers” with the Quinn br. Opened for Warren Zevon at the Forum. His adventurous spirit, and a one-way ticket to Fairbanks Alaska landed him a job acting and singing in a musical comedy. From there to Greenwich Village folk clubs, working at a studio, Tower Records, and eventually opening a store in Philly. Darrell worked as an audio engineer and wrote and recorded music. Interviewed the WWII Navajo Code-Talkers and took the Native Trails Dance Troupe on a tour performing across Ireland.
Deb Brownawell
Office Manager
DBrownawell@projectSHAREpa.org
717-249-7773 ext. 238
A lifelong member of the area Deb graduated from Boiling Springs H.S.. Deb’s work experience has always centered around customer service. After 10 years of service as the Warehouse coordinator, Deb serves as Office Manager. Deb also continues to order food and supplies, accounts-payable as well as administrative office duties. She is a happy grandmother of seven. She enjoys a good movie (especially dramas with happy endings), spending time outdoors, and playing with her grandchildren.
Krystina Kolanda
Nutrition Coordinator
KCornell@projectSHAREpa.org
717-249-7773 Ext. 236
Krystina has recently moved to Carlisle and is enjoying all of the opportunities that our vibrant community offers. She graduated at the top of her class at Keystone Technical Institute with a degree in Culinary Arts. This continued her passion for Nutrition that began at home with her family. She will be continuing her studies in Nutrition Management soon. She once received help with food while struggling. “It opened my eyes to see how much of a difference I could make in someone’s life so I wanted to make healthy food accessible to as many people, as possible.”
Amy Holland
Volunteer Coordinator
AHolland@projectSHAREpa.org
717-249-7773 Ext. 226
Amy was born and raised in Connecticut, lived in California for seven years and moved to Pennsylvania in early 2000. She is a mother of four and grandmother of four as well. She spends much of her free time with her amazing family. She is an avid reader, gardener and cook and a special fan of Great Course, believing that education is a lifelong project. She is fascinated with birds of prey and is planning on completing her second “Hawk Walk” in the Spring. Amy has always had a passion for helping others and has volunteered at prisons, nursing homes and for two years at Project Share prior to joining our staff as a Volunteer Specialist.
Sarah Walters
Communications Coordinator
SWalters@ProjectSHAREpa.org
717-249-7773 Ext. 236
Sarah is a Carlisle-based multidisciplinary designer who incorporates visual research and experimentation into her work. She holds a BA in Advertising from Temple University, where she focused on Art Direction and Graphic Design. Before joining Project SHARE, Sarah gained experience in book publishing and commercial printing. Her work with non-profits in historical, educational, and community sectors has deepened her passion for local communications. Research continues to drive her career, even influencing her hobby of restoring nineteenth-century homes.
Lisa Maddux
Development Director
lmaddux@projectSHAREpa.org
717-249-7773 ext. 233
Born in Ohio, Lisa graduated from Penn State in journalism then a career as a reporter in Hanover, PA. After time in Ohio, Georgia and Wisconsin, Lisa returned in 2014. She added a wonderful husband, Jason, and two amazing daughters. Served as the Development Director at St. Patrick School. Family are avid golfers. She is consistently amazed and grateful for the kind and dedicated people who make S.Central PA a wonderful place to live and raise a family. Lisa welcomes meeting new people and being part of conversations and plans to bring about positive opportunities for all.
Asani Mukusa
Food Pantry Operations Manager
AMukusa@projectSHAREpa.org
717-249-7773 Ext. 229
Graduate of Jim Thorpe HS in the Poconos, he traveled worldwide as his father worked for the United Nations. Business Management major at Bloomsburg U. where he met Nicole. Lives in Dillsburg with their young sons Chase and Max. Previously manager at CVS (15 yrs). Enjoys watching a good streaming service, time with friends, family, and watching his sons grow. “What attracted me to Project SHARE is what is has done for and with the community plus my desire to find meaning in service to others.” He also served as an Interim CEO together with Emma during a 2023 transitional period.
Vivian Shenk
Bookkeeper
VShenk@projectSHAREpa.org
717-249-7773 ext. 224
Vivian hails from Fulton County and has been in the Carlisle area most of her life. She loves math, enjoys and is proficient in accounting. Worked for United Telephone, now Century Link. She earned her BA in Economics in her 40s at Wilson College. Vivian loves to knit for others. Vivian serves as the treasurer of New Digs Ministry in Mechanicsburg helping the community with furniture and household goods. Vivian started as a SHARE Volunteer and now is Bookkeeper with the task of keeping all the staff “in-line” with on-time reporting.
Kristin Malloy
Volunteer Coordinator
KMalloy@projectSHAREpa.org
717-249-7773 ext. 232
Kristin grew up in New Jersey and has lived in Carlisle for the past 15 years. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Widener University and a Master of Arts degree from Messiah University. Outside of Project SHARE, Kristin enjoys spending time with her husband and four children, reading, baking and gardening. Kristin has a heart for serving others and being involved in the local community.
Natasha Thumma
Coordinator of Client Services
NThumma@projectSHAREpa.org
717-249-7773 ext. 245
A graduate of Boiling Springs, Natasha first interned with Project SHARE during her final year of college, where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, with a concentration in addiction. She lived in Texas and Kansas, and is back at home here, in Carlisle. Natasha has a sweet daughter, and a wonderful son. She watches football and hosts football soup Sunday’s for her family. She loves hosting all holidays at her home for the entire family. Natasha is driven by helping others and giving back what she’s been given .
Greg Leiphart
Farmstand Coordinator
GLeiphart@projectsharepa.org
717-249-7773 ext. 247
Greg hails from central Pennsylvania and completed his education at Carlisle High School. He obtained his commission in the US Army via Penn State and recently concluded a distinguished 30-year military career. Throughout his service, he, along with his family, traversed the globe, yet they always held Carlisle as their true home. Greg is eager to reciprocate the support he has received from his community over the years. He currently oversees the Farmstand, providing assistance to families facing difficult times.