~A Mothers Love is as Timeless as Her Grief.~
Board Members
Kelli Espiritu - Founder/Executive Director
Kelli Espiritu - Founder/Executive Director
Kelli is a wife and mother to four boys. Her son Max was stillborn at 38 weeks on September 27, 2010. After she lost Max her and her husband were faced with so many scary decisions, they didn't know how to answer all of the questions coming at them. They were in a difficult spot financially and as a result had the added stress of trying to find a way to pay for Max's final expenses. Six months after saying goodbye to their son, Kelli knew she had to create something to help other families through the worst part of their lives, so she founded Halos with her husband Barry.
Barry Espiritu - Co Founder
Barry Espiritu - Co Founder
Barry is a husband and father of four boys. His son Max was stillborn at 38 weeks on September 27, 2010. Barry has helped and supported Kelli through every aspect of Halos since it began in 2011. He jumps into any project he is needed for.
Chris Roberts - Secretary
Chris Roberts - Secretary
Chris has been with halos since its inception in 2011, in memory of her grandson Max. She keeps track of everything going on at Halos.
Darrell Roberts - Board Chair
Darrell Roberts - Board Chair
Darrell has been with halos since its inception in 2011, in memory of his grandson Max. He plays a major role in the public relations and fundraising aspects as much as possible. He enjoys being hands on in the foundation and helps at the Kids Carnival at the Memorial Walk each year.
Staff Members
Staff Members
Kelli Espiritu - Founder/Executive Director
Kelli Espiritu - Founder/Executive Director
Kelli is a wife and mother to four boys. Her son Max was stillborn at 38 weeks on September 27, 2010. After she lost Max her and her husband were faced with so many scary decisions, they didn't know how to answer all of the questions coming at them. They were in a difficult spot financially and as a result had the added stress of trying to find a way to pay for Max's final expenses. Six months after saying goodbye to their son, Kelli knew she had to create something to help other families through the worst part of their lives, so she founded Halos with her husband Barry.
Jamie Jacobs - Program Director
Jamie wears many hats at Halos as she creates and continutes family programs, organizes fundraising efforts, and writes grants. She joined the Halos Team in 2022. Since she has been with us, she has brought in over $250,000 in additional funding. Jamie used to be an elementary/middle school teacher, but now works remotely for us from almost four and a half hours away. She is a wife and a mom to three daughters who are 7, 5, and 5.