Who We Are

Operations & Outreach Manager

Tom Behnke

Tom joins the WISCAP team as their Operations and Outreach Manager. In this role, Tom will work closely with WISCAP leadership and program management, in providing support through communications, accounting and bookkeeping operations to various programs that reinforce WISCAP’s mission and those of the sixteen local Community Action Agencies and two single-purpose agencies to address the grinding poverty that exists in our rural, urban and suburban communities in Wisconsin. Tom comes to WISCAP after working in many different capacities at Forward Community Investments, a statewide Community Development Financial Institution. Most recently he held the role of Manager of Grant Programs and Communications. While at Forward Community Investments, Tom served on WISCAP’s Poverty Matters Conference Committee and participated and assisted WISCAP in their Annual Awards and Grants. Tom holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point with a Major in Communication Studies with a dual emphasis in Media and Technology Studies and Interpersonal Communication. While not working, Tom enjoys spending time outdoors hiking, camping, and exploring with his wife and puppy. In addition to being outdoors, Tom loves seeing live music and attending Forward Madison FC matches.

Food Security Program Manager

Jorey Dvorak

Jorey joins WISCAP as the Food Security Program Specialist. In this role, Jorey works to execute the logistics of The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP). Jorey comes to WISCAP with a background in non-profit programming, volunteer management and technical support. Jorey plans to utilize her experience in streamlining programming and wrap-around services to find the best avenues to advocate for Wisconsin families.

Jorey holds a Bachelor of Arts from DePaul University in Chicago with a Major in American Studies and a concentration in Politics, Institutions and Values. She also holds three minors in Women and Gender Studies, LGBT Studies, and Sociology. Outside of work she enjoys playing Ultimate Frisbee and playing board games.

Policy & Housing Program Manager

Marlo Fields

As WISCAP’s Policy & Housing Programs Manager Marlo brings with him a history of passionate advocacy for working class values and anti-poverty initiatives. Growing up in a single parent working class household, Marlo knows the firsthand the necessity of stable housing for the wellbeing of families and children.  He is a Returned Peace Corps Volunteer, having served as an English teacher in rural southwest China. Prior to WISCAP Marlo worked for US Congressmen Ron Kind and Mark Pocan; for the latter he managed housing and HUD related constituent casework.

A native of Northwest Wisconsin, Marlo is most comfortable surrounded by nature. When not getting lost on hike or biking around the state, he can be found wherever live music is playing, rooting for various sporting teams, or preparing exotic food for his friends and family.

Training & Communications Specialist

Sabrina Hiton

Sabrina Hiton joins the WISCAP team as the Communications and Training Specialist. In this role, Sabrina will maintain WISCAP’s digital media including updating the website, working on the newsletter, and creating content for our social media platforms. She will also contribute to the training sessions which include conferences, in-person trainings, and webinars.

Sabrina holds a Bachelor of Arts and Communications degree from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. She majored in Journalism with an Advertisement emphasis and minored in Communications with an Electronic Media emphasis. Outside of work she loves being active with her dog, playing field hockey, and going to the gym!

Economic Security Program Manager

Amy Loeffelholz

Amy serves as the Economic Security Program Manager at WISCAP, where she oversees grant programs focused on supporting workforce and small business development to help low-income individuals and families move toward economic security. Prior to her current role, Amy supported the agency in various capacities, working across departments. Her broad experience within the organization has deepened her commitment to community action and its fight against poverty in Wisconsin, which continues to inspire her work today.

Amy’s previous experience includes roles as a non-profit business administrator and a school counselor. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology, with a minor in Business Administration, and a Master’s degree in Education from the University of Wisconsin – Platteville. Outside of work, Amy enjoys watching the Packers, listening to music, and spending time with her family, including her two dogs.

Interim Executive Director

Kristin Rucinski

Kristin joins our team to serve as our Interim Executive Director. 

After graduating from Indiana University, Kristin moved to Madison, WI in 2005 to pursue her Masters in Social Work degree. She has worked with nonprofits since that time, primarily in leadership roles. Kristin is passionate about sharing the knowledge she has learned over the years while also learning from new organizations. She is a former client representative of the N4N Advisory Board and the United Way of Dane County Board of Directors. Kristin is an avid sports fan, enjoys time with friends and family and is active with The East Side Club, having served as President of the Board in 2022.

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