Jasmine Griffis Named Senior Director of Programs at Connections for Children
Los Angeles, CA (June 24, 2025) - It is with great excitement that Connections for Children, a steadfast advocate for the nurturing and educational needs of children and meeting the changing demands of the community, announces the appointment of Jasmine Griffis as its new Senior Director of Programs. Ms. Griffis’ leadership philosophy is rooted in achieving the best possible outcome measures for program participants by fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous growth and aligning team strengths with strategic objectives.
In her capacity as the Senior Director of Programs, Ms. Griffis will be responsible for leading program growth, ensuring program contract compliance, and setting standards for program data collection and results. She will be the principal advisor and key partner to the Chief Program Officer. Jasmine Griffis is a mission-driven leader in human services with a strong foundation in organizational leadership, trauma-informed care, and strategic program development. She has successfully directed multi-million-dollar initiatives supporting vulnerable youth, including unaccompanied minors and foster care populations, by fostering high-performing teams and ensuring regulatory compliance. Currently pursuing her doctorate in Human Services, Ms. Griffis continues to elevate service delivery through data-driven practices, cross-sector collaboration, and a deep commitment to empowering communities.
“I’m grateful to be entrusted with this incredible work. For me, it’s a form of stewardship of my gifts, my faith, and the communities we serve. I’ve always believed we are called to serve where we are most needed, and I’m honored to answer that call in this new role. I’m thrilled to be part of Connections for Children’s beautiful history and its diverse community of helping professionals. My leadership continues to be guided by values deeply rooted in faith and service”, said Jasmine Griffis.
"Jasmine's passion for our mission and commitment to serve the CFC community is evident with every individual she interacts with. We are excited to continue the growth of Connections for Children with Jasmine as an integral member of our Leadership Team", said Dr. Jessica Reynaga, EdD, MSW, Chief Program Officer
With Jasmine Griffis on board, Connections for Children will continue to champion quality improvement by standardizing care practices and ensuring programs meet high service standards for families and childcare providers. With strong leadership collaboration, they will ensure community engagement to strengthen the agency’s impact and sustainability. Jasmine Griffis was chosen as the next Senior Director of Programs after an extensive search led by Connections for Children and facilitated by Envision Consulting. For more information about Ms. Griffis’ appointment or Connections for Children, please contact Melissa Montoya, Director of Search Services at Envision Consulting.
Envision Consulting is a boutique firm that specializes in executive search, organizational strategy, merger exploration, and executive leadership transitions exclusively for nonprofit organizations. With offices in New York, Denver, and Los Angeles, Envision’s commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is integrated throughout its practices, which include a structured hiring process and anti-biased decision making. In 2023, Envision was named by the Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy as a Top 10 Search Firm that Works for Women of Color for the third year in a row.