Sarah Cunningham
Executive Director
Sarah brings more than 20 years of experience in global nonprofit leadership and community development, with deep roots in Guatemala. Early in her life, she volunteered in rural Ecuador on water and sanitation projects, sparking a lifelong commitment to Latin America. She later lived and volunteered in Guatemala and spent more than five years with MayaWorks, supporting women’s economic empowerment and girls’ education. Sarah also led international programs and partnerships at Rotary International and United Way Worldwide. She joins ALDEA as Executive Director in 2026, partnering closely with ABPD to advance community-led health, well-being, and opportunity in rural Mayan communities. She enjoys spending time outdoors, cross-cultural learning, and volunteering locally as a Spanish interpreter with Guatemalan newcomer families.
Shea Bronson-Doherty
Operations & Communications Director
Shea has spent many years living and working in Central and South America, directing educational enrichment, water and sanitation, and sustainable economic development initiatives before joining ALDEA in 2021. As ALDEA’s Operations & Communications Director, he oversees administrative operations, fundraising and donor relations, financial management, and program support to ensure effective, accountable delivery of our work. Shea enjoys working in his garden, learning new skills, and sharing time with family and friends.