John Coates

John Coates is an experienced professional in community food access and civic engagement, currently serving as the Director of Community Food Access at Philabundance since October 2021. In this role, John evaluates and enhances strategic partnerships to combat hunger and develop community-driven programs. Previously, John held several positions at City Year from August 2012 to October 2021, culminating in the role of Corporate and Foundations Partnerships Manager, where responsibilities included securing significant revenue for the organization's budget. John's background also includes leadership in volunteer engagement, project management, and social media marketing, complemented by a B.A. in Communications from Temple University.