Our Team
Gracie McElroy
Executive Director
Gracie McElroy is a thoughtful young leader motivated by the idea that making a community better, makes a region better, makes a nation better, and ultimately, makes the world better. She has worked with and for various NGOs and nonprofits in the US, Europe, and India.
As Executive Director of Families4Families, she oversees the orchestration of impactful initiatives, manages relationships with F4F’s Board of Directors, nonprofit partners, donors, and grantors, and works closely with student leaders and volunteers. As F4F continues to expand, Gracie is spearheading outreach efforts to school districts across the United States, ensuring Families4Families' mission reaches every corner of the country.
Beyond the office, Gracie enjoys being outside, reading memoirs, and exploring unique corners of the world. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree from Sewanee: The University of The South where she studied English and Economics.
Email: gracie@families4familiesdmv.org
Pate Falter
Program Manager
Pate Falter is a driven young professional committed to making a positive impact in communities through education and the nonprofit sector. A graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Pate holds degrees in Political Science and Human Development and Family Science, with a minor in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics.
During her academic career, Pate immersed herself in service-oriented internships and held significant leadership roles. She served on the Board and Executive Leadership team of the Carolina Union Activities Board as the Vice President of Programming and led as President of the Carolina Student Council on Family Relations, demonstrating a dedication to community engagement and family services. Currently, Pate serves on the board of a DMV-based nonprofit, City Girls DC, as the Director of Operations.
Pate is excited to contribute to the powerful mission of Families4Families. She is passionate about the community-driven approach of F4F and looks forward to developing relationships with everyone involved, especially nonprofit partners and student leaders. She hopes to further the growth and reach of F4F to foster youth leadership development and alleviate food insecurity in as many communities as possible.
Email: pate@families4familiesdmv.org
Kendall Rapp
Social Media Intern
Kendall Rapp is a creative communications professional and student passionate about using storytelling and design to uplift mission-driven work. She is currently pursuing a degree in Public Relations and Graphic Design at American University, where she blends strategic thinking with visual creativity to support organizations and causes she believes in.
As a Social Media Intern with Families4Families, Kendall helps shape and share content that highlights student leadership, community impact, and the organization’s mission to mobilize young people to serve their communities and address critical needs. She enjoys working at the intersection of strategy and creativity, crafting engaging visuals, thoughtful messaging, and campaigns that resonate with diverse audiences.
Beyond her internship, Kendall has a deep love for music and pop culture and enjoys exploring how they shape identity, conversation, and community, especially online. She is interested in how digital spaces can blend creativity, culture, and advocacy to connect people and tell meaningful stories in ways that feel current, engaging, and human.
Brooke Moran
Community Outreach Coordinator
Brooke Moran is a devoted community member who specializes in facilitating new relationships through community outreach and engagement. As a mother of two, she encourages her children to learn at a young age how they can impact their community through acts of kindness, just as she was taught.
Brooke holds a Bachelor's degree from Seton Hall University where she played four years of Varsity Women’s Soccer. She continued her education and earned her M.B.A. at American University, focused on nonprofit marketing.
As the Community Outreach Coordinator, Brooke communicates with community members around the country and encourages them to start F4F chapters with their elementary and middle school-aged kids, whether it’s a neighborhood club or one at their school.
Brooke, who is based in Providence, Rhode Island, launched the first F4F chapter in the state in November of 2023. She quickly encouraged her kids and their friends and families to get involved. This initiative spread, resulting in the creation of one of the first elementary F4F clubs in the country. Brooke now co-leads both the Providence Neighborhood Club and Lincoln School Club alongside her two kids and neighbor Bridget Eisenhart and her family.
Outside of community building, Brooke enjoys visiting her family in North Carolina, beaching in the summer, skiing in the winter, and spending time with her two kids and husband, Mike.
Iman Grant
Community Outreach Coordinator
Iman is a passionate young professional dedicated to improving outcomes in education, especially for marginalized communities. She has worked in several non-profits, with their focuses spanning from financial aid preparedness to student success. She is based in the Atlanta area.
She is a graduate of Vanderbilt University, where she majored in African American & Diaspora Studies and minored in Human & Organizational Development. She is also a holder of a Master’s degree in Human Relations from the University of Oklahoma. During her academic career, Iman served as the Program Director of The Afterschool Program, a student-led service organization hoping to bridge the literacy gaps for underserved Nashville youth.
Outside of work and service, Iman is a major music lover, attending concerts and playing the viola. She enjoys cooking and baking for her family, especially her niece and nephew. She also enjoys traveling, particularly to beach destinations.