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