About Our Board

The Bree Wingate Foundation is proud that all its board members are New Haven natives with deep ties to the community. They understand that meaningful change begins at home and are committed to creating tangible improvements in New Haven. With firsthand understanding of the challenges young people face, they work to provide mentorship, resources, and opportunities that foster growth, resilience, and success.

Meet The Board

Ebony Hart

Ebony Hart, Treasurer of The Bree Wingate Foundation, has a background in nursing, finance, and entrepreneurship. A registered nurse since 2017, she has worked across multiple states in various healthcare roles. In 2022, she transitioned to business and financial management. Ebony leverages her expertise in budgeting and strategic planning to ensure the foundation’s financial sustainability and community impact.

Kese Thomas

Kese Thomas is a Columbia University student and Secretary of The Bree Wingate Foundation. With a deep interest in economic and epistemic justice, he explores how financial systems shape access to knowledge and opportunity. He brings a background in digital design and a passion for the arts, blending creativity with academic inquiry to reimagine possibilities for marginalized communities.

Bryanna Wingate

Bryanna Wingate is the Founder and CEO of The Bree Wingate Foundation, a life coach, youth advocate, and entrepreneur. She is dedicated to mentoring young people and creating pathways to success through education, mental well-being, and community engagement. With a strong commitment to service and empowerment, Bryanna leads the foundation in providing resources that foster long-term impact and transformation.