Kate Zarate Vazquez, who was born and raised in Napa, joins the Community Resources for Children team with a passion for mental health advocacy, child well-being, and expanding resources for children and families. She received her B.A. in Sociology with a minor in Educational Studies from UC Santa Barbara, where her love for education, community engagement, and supporting underrepresented communities grew.

Kate brings several years of experience working with children and youth in educational settings. In Santa Barbara, she served as an afterschool leader for elementary students, creating enrichment activities and supporting academic growth, while collaborating with older students through the local YMCA. Kate also worked with Campus Conexiones and Hermanas Unidas to host outreach programs that connect low-income, first-generation, and underrepresented students with information and resources about higher education.

She is the oldest child with a younger brother and understands the importance of creating supportive environments where children and families can thrive. Coming from a family with roots in Mexico, she recognizes the challenges families can face when navigating unfamiliar systems and accessing resources. Kate is excited to give back to her community and contribute to CRC’s mission of supporting children and families.

During her free time, Kate enjoys going to concerts and festivals, hiking with friends, and binge-watching all kinds of movies and TV shows with her family.