Jayant Patel

Jayant Patel is currently the General Manager at Onigilly in San Diego, a position they have held since 2025. Prior to this, they served as a Regional Recruiter for City Year and completed a Research Fellowship with Southern Partners Fund focused on advocacy and civic participation among youth. Jayant also coordinated volunteer and mentorship programs with Son of a Saint, where they implemented strategies to enhance participation and retention. They previously held a role as a National Volunteer Project Management & Engagement Leader VISTA with HandsOn New Orleans.