Caring for those who care
The iCare Foundation was created to support eligible employees facing unforeseen hardships. What began in 2016 as a commitment to helping Learning Care colleagues through difficult moments has grown into a community of caring united by compassion, generosity, and support.
Why we exist
Unexpected challenges can happen to anyone.
The iCare Foundation exists to provide financial assistance and support to Learning Care team members during times of crisis, helping to reduce stress and create a path forward when challenges feel overwhelming.
Through the generosity of our donors, sponsors, and supporters, we help ensure that assistance is available when it is needed most.
Our mission
Our team members give everything to the children and families in our schools. The iCare Foundation is here to give back to them. When hardship comes, no one should face it alone.
Our history
Founded in 2016, the iCare Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting Learning Care employees facing unexpected personal hardships. What began as a commitment to helping colleagues through life's most difficult moments has grown into a trusted source of financial assistance, made possible by the generosity of donors across our company and community.
Today, the iCare Foundation serves a network of more than 23,000 employees, including educators and staff across Learning Care's family of schools and Support Central teams. Through grants and support programs, the iCare Foundation helps employees navigate challenges such as a sudden loss, housing instability, natural disasters, and other unforeseen circumstances.
Together, we're building a culture of caring where employees know we have their backs.
Our Board of Directors
Dedicated volunteers provide leadership, oversight, and strategic direction to ensure the iCare Foundation remains focused on its mission and responsible stewardship of donor contributions.
Emily Pipesh
Executive Director
Joined iCare Foundation in
2022
Heather Vucinaj
President
Joined Learning Care in
2017
Yolanda Benson
Vice President
Joined Learning Care in
2003
Heather Seymour
Secretary
Joined Learning Care in
2000
Andrew Graves
Treasurer
Joined Learning Care in
2021
Sherrie Gomez
Board Member
Joined Learning Care in
1990
Courtney McKenzie
Board Member
Joined Learning Care in
2022
Roosevelt Parker
Board Member
Joined Learning Care in
2016
Nicole Call
Board Member
Joined Learning Care in
2017
Vanessa ONeel
Board Member
Joined Learning Care in
2022
Gary McCarrick
Board Member
Joined Learning Care in
2016
Nikki Duke
Board Member
Joined Learning Care in
2014
Jennifer Gundersen
Board Member
Joined Learning Care in
2005
Karl De Nazareth
Board Member
Joined Learning Care in
2025
Eric Tooke
Board Member
Joined Learning Care in
2021
Wendy Carhart
Board Member
Joined Learning Care in
2025