Francisco Gallardo
Program Director
Call or Text
720-308-1212
cisco@graspyouth.org 

Francisco “Cisco” Gallardo assisted in setting the foundation for gangs in Denver. In his teen years, he joined and help create what has been one of the largest gangs in Denver’s north side. Since that time, after facing a possible 48years in prison, he has dedicated his life to undoing the damage he helped cause. By redefining respect,  power and pride and making a commitment to help the youth heal, he has helped countless young people, over the past 18 years, to redefine their own lives through his work in the community

Johnny Santos
GRASP Program Assistant and Community Outreach
Mobile Phone 720-939-8620
johnny@graspyouth.org

Johnny currently attends Metropolitan State College.  He is a former “street” graffiti artist, pursuing a degree in graphic arts and/or human services.  Johnny is bilingual English and Spanish, and helps facilitate groups and GRASP’s work with Spanish-speaking parents.  He joined GRASP in July, 2006.

Johnnie Williams
Keepin the Peace Outreach
Mobile Phone 303-210-2432
johnnie@graspyouth.org

Johnnie is currently working with youth in the community by supplying constructive alternatives to gangs and other destructive activities.  He is actively involved within the community, focusing primarily on educating teenagers on gaining and preserving self-respect, finding a positive purpose in life, learning to be more responsible and learning to make good choices as well leaving the gang lifestyle.  He joined GRASP in July, 2008.

Karina Sanchez
Keepin the Peace Outreach
Mobile Phone 303-210-2395
karina@graspyouth.org

Karina is a Denver native and a University of Denver graduate with a degree in Marketing and Finance. She is a former homeless teenager who overcame much adversity and persevered to reach her dreams and goals. She recently joined GRASP to pursue her passion for working with troubled youth throughout Denver and surrounding areas.  Karina seeks to encourage and motivate these youth to overcome the dangers of the streets.

Amanda Vigil 
Magnet Outreach
Mobile Phone 303-210-3641
amanda@graspyouth.org

Amanda is currently working on her teaching license in Special Education and is concentrating on secondary education. She has worked for the past eleven years with teens in numerous settings as a mentor, coach, and teacher. Her passion is to help young people make positive changes in their lives and develop their skills to maintain positive decisions in the future. She believes that people will rise to the expectations placed upon them, and so she holds high standards for every young person that she comes into contact with.