The core of our work is made possible by our relationships with CrossFit, Knudsen Trust, and the Garden Island Motorcycle Club.The work we accomplish together is reaching communities and changing lives.
Mahalo Nui Loa
Without your support our programs would not be possible! Thank you for embracing our foundation and standing alongside us every step of the way.
Our team
“The whole is greater than the sum of its parts” - Aristotle
Our team comes from all over the world to impact the mission of the Keala Foundation.
Aaron Hoff
Founder of the Keala Foundation and Co-Founder of the Ultimate Hawaiian Trail Run
Sarah Braunsdorf
Executive Director
Bertram Almeida
Community Relations and Co-Founder of the Ultimate Hawaiian Trail Run
Kawena Bagano
Early Intervention Program Director
Emily Miller
CrossFit Kids Program Manager
Jared Miller
Keala Affiliate Manager
Tasha Yamamoto
Community Manager & Coach
Bronson & Kai Lovell
Anahola
Ratih Sutrisno
Youth & Adult CrossFit Coach
Joe Bacio
Adult & Youth CrossFit Coach
Justin Gardner
Youth & Adult CrossFit Coach
Mark Parubrub
Adult CrossFit Coach
Diana Quereto
Grant Manager
Sarah (Aiko) Loogman
Program Curriculum & Social Media
Jon Moreno
Fundraising & Outreach
Marce Mayadag
Facilities & Support
Darren Cotè
Facilities & Coach
Kaina Makua
Kumanoikeala & Kilohana Programs