About Camille Llanes-Fontanilla

Community Leadership and Recognition

Camille Llanes-Fontanilla has been recognized as a key leader in Silicon Valley nonprofits, serving as Executive Director of SOMOS Mayfair, where she supported children and organized community initiatives in East San José [8]. She was spotlighted for her role in fostering thriving communities [8] and received accolades like Non-Profit of the Year for SOMOS Mayfair, expressing humility in sharing recognition with the community [1]. Her leadership extended to launching the Si Se Puede! Collective, prioritizing shared leadership and transparent decision-making [5].

Advocacy for Social Justice

Llanes-Fontanilla has been vocal on justice issues, issuing a continued call for justice and promoting her promotion to Vice President at SOMOS Mayfair in this context [3]. In her 'Gracias Address,' she focused on liberation, framing it productively for community progress [9]. She participated in civic responsibility discussions through the American Leadership Forum [2].

Environmental and Health Justice

She co-signed statements on the Reid-Hillview Airport, highlighting health concerns in the community [4]. Her work addresses environmental risks faced by East San José residents.

Anti-Displacement and Equitable Development

Llanes-Fontanilla advocated for 'A Thriving Community Without Displacement,' urging action at city council meetings to prevent gentrification [6]. Her efforts focus on sustainable growth without uprooting families.

Career Progression at Sobrato Organizations

In 2021, she was appointed Vice President of Silicon Valley Programs at Sobrato Philanthropies, celebrated by SOMOS [7][10]. She now holds the role of Senior Vice President at The Sobrato Organization, building on her SOMOS tenure.