The James Irvine Foundation
Cata Reyes is a finance professional with extensive experience in various leadership roles within nonprofit organizations. Currently serving as Controller at The James Irvine Foundation since September 2021, Cata has previously held significant positions at the YMCA of San Francisco from 2013 to September 2021, including Associate Vice President of Finance, Director of Finance, and Controller. Additional experience includes roles such as Assistant Controller at the Jewish Community Federation of San Francisco (2009-2012), Accounting Consultant at Creativity Explored (2001-2011), Senior Auditor at Hood & Strong, LLP (2006-2009), Senior Endowment Accountant at the Jewish Community Federation (2004-2006), Controller at Mt Diablo Region YMCA (2003-2004), Accounting Manager at the YMCA of San Francisco (1997-2003), and Internal Auditor at VNA & Hospice of Northern California (1995-1997).
The James Irvine Foundation
The James Irvine Foundation is a private, nonprofit grantmaking foundation dedicated to expanding opportunity for the people of California. The Foundation’s current focus is a California where all low-income workers have the power to advance economically. Since 1937 the Foundation has provided more than $2.4 billion in grants to organizations throughout California. The Foundation ended 2022 with $3.2 billion in assets and provided $187.3 million in grants.