“Lighting the Path for Our Youth”
Our Team
“The Heart Behind the Mission”
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At EL Shama Cares Foundation, our team is the heartbeat of everything we do.
We are a collective of passionate professionals, community builders, and changemakers united by a single purpose , to empower individuals, strengthen families, and build inclusive communities where every person has the opportunity to thrive.
Our multidisciplinary team brings together expertise in mental health, youth empowerment, education, and community development. From program managers and coordinators to facilitators and volunteers, each member plays a vital role in designing and delivering impactful programs that respond to real needs with real results.
We believe in collaboration, accountability, and compassion. Guided by innovation and grounded in empathy, our team embodies the spirit of care that defines El Shama Cares , transforming challenges into opportunities, and hope into action.
About
Tray Collier
The Visionary Leader
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Tray Collier, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of EL Shama Cares Foundation, is a visionary leader whose passion for youth empowerment and relentless commitment to social change have shaped the Foundation’s bold direction.
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A respected advocate, strategist, and community voice, Tray has dedicated his career to advancing equitable access to mental health resources, youth development, and community resilience.
With a belief that compassion must be matched by innovation, our director has built EL Shama Cares into a catalyst for sustainable impact, bridging gaps between systems, cultures, and communities.
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Under his leadership, the Foundation has grown into a dynamic platform for collaboration, engaging schools, faith organizations, and civic partners to create scalable, life changing programs across Alberta and beyond.
His leadership is marked by vision, authenticity, and the unwavering conviction that change begins when care becomes collective.
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FOUNDER & CEO
“We exist to build bridges of healing, understanding, and empowerment. When communities care, transformation follows.”
Tray Collier, CEO and Founder, EL Shama Cares Foundation
Our Board of Directors
The Stewards of Our Mission. Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
Our Board of Directors represents a diverse and accomplished group of leaders who bring strategic insight, professional expertise, and community perspective to guide the Foundation’s mission.
Each director shares a deep commitment to ethical governance, transparency, and sustainable growth. Collectively, they ensure that every decision, program, and partnership reflects our core values of compassion, integrity, inclusion, and impact.
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Drawn from sectors such as healthcare, education, business, and social innovation, our Board provides the wisdom and oversight that keep our vision grounded and our mission thriving. Together, they uphold our promise to serve communities with excellence and accountability, shaping a future where every act of care creates lasting change.
Apply Today
Thinking your passion aligns with our mission and vision. Send us a quick connect with your interest and a member of our team will follow up with you.