Fr. Gregorio Wierzba/ Board Member /Honduras / Spiritual director
Fr. Gregorio Wierzba C.F.R. – A Franciscan priest from Poland, Fr. Gregorio studied theology and psychology at the Salesian Pontifical University in Rome. He has lived in the United States (2005–2007), Ireland, England, and Nicaragua. He is currently based in Comayagua, Honduras, providing spiritual guidance through ongoing retreats. Fr. Gregorio dedicates his life to serving the poor and needy and teaching at the Diocesan Seminary.

Founder/CEO
Christianne Pratt-DeWolfe – Founder and President of Florida Imports Customhouse Brokers, Inc., operating in South Florida since 1998. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration (B.B.A.) with a major in Finance and a minor in International Business from Florida International University (FIU) in Miami. For many years, she supported the Franciscan Sisters in their work with children and families in need. Her compassion for the needy and hungry inspired her to establish Hearts Touching Heart Foundation, Inc., allowing her to expand her impact and reach more children and families in need of assistance.

Vice-President
Amanda Pratt-Perez – Amanda worked as an Administrator in the Dade County Election Department for 12 years. She is now semi-retired and currently works as a Realtor Associate with Keller Williams Realty. Mandy has supported the Franciscan Sisters for many years and has contributed to other charitable causes as well. Alongside Christianne, she shares a deep compassion for Nicaraguan families living in inhumane conditions. Their shared passion for helping those in need has been a driving force behind the mission and goals of Hearts Touching Heart Foundation, Inc.

Chief-Operating Officer/COO
Dunia Aguilar – Dunia holds a degree in Philology/Germanistics from the University of Seville, Spain. She is an invaluable asset to HTHF, serving as our Chief Operating Officer. Her dedication to helping others is both rewarding and inspiring. Through her work, she not only helps reduce costs but also ensures more effective assistance, driven by her passion for the organization’s mission.

Terence Picardo - Board Member/ New York
Board Member/ New York
Terence Picardo – Terence is the North American Head of a cross-border business at a global financial institution. With over two decades of professional experience in the finance industry, he supports Hearts Touching Hearts by leading strategic initiatives that directly benefit those most in need in developing countries.

Terence is a graduate of Bernard M. Baruch College, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Finance. He lives in New York City and enjoys volunteering with charitable organizations, as well as hiking and freediving.

Secretary
Mrs. Thelma Reyes – Mrs. Reyes is currently retired and dedicates her time and effort to Hearts Touching Hearts Foundation. She previously served as a corporate officer for a non-profit organization supporting the needy in Nicaragua for over two decades. On May 13, 2000, she was honored by the Lions Club in Miami, Florida, in recognition of her altruism and unwavering commitment to helping those in need.

 
Volunteer Coordinator / Costa Rica

Karla Pereira – Karla holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a major in Marketing and Advertising. During her career, she worked as a Microsoft partner in Nicaragua and Costa Rica, collaborating with the academic sector to license software. This rewarding work allowed schools with limited resources to gain legal access to technology. She is currently retired.

Karla has been passionate about helping the less fortunate since adolescence. In her free time, she taught children and women living in difficult economic conditions. Staying in touch with her cousins Amanda and Christianne, she found an opportunity to continue sharing her love and dedication by joining Hearts Touching Hearts Foundation.

 

Volunteer Coordinator / Florida
Thelma Pratt-Fernandez – Thelma works as a therapist and counselor for the Broward County School District. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Mental Health from Florida International University (FIU) in Miami, Florida. She is responsible for overseeing volunteer activities within the organization.

Our group of Volunteers in Nicaragua

Our dedicated volunteers in Nicaragua are the heart of our work. They are actively involved in implementing all the programs offered by Hearts Touching Hearts Foundation. Every volunteer is a true blessing to the organization, and in turn, they are also blessed through their work. They engage directly with the children and their families, making a meaningful difference every day.

Our volunteers witness the rewards of their work firsthand. They experience the children’s joy during Christmas celebrations and hear parents express gratitude when their children attend school or receive medical care. The appreciation from those we serve and our benefactors inspires and motivates our volunteers to continue working tirelessly to help our brothers and sisters in need.

Our group of Volunteers in Miami
Volunteering is the only work in the world whose rewards last a lifetime. Our volunteers love giving their time and energy, guided purely by compassion. They share the most precious things they have—their time and their talents. We feel truly blessed to have such a dedicated group, who are the greatest asset to our non-profit organization.