Who’s Who in Hartford
Becca has served as National Opperations Associate for the Hartford Chapter of Dignity Grows since 2022. In this role, she oversees the coordination of monthly hygiene tote distributions, manages inventory and logistics, and maintains partnerships with more than 100 social service agencies across Greater Hartford.
Additionally, Becca leads volunteer engagement and supports the planning and execution of large-scale packing events, including the chapter’s signature initiatives. She also supports fundraising efforts and community outreach to expand access to essential hygiene products throughout the region.
Jerrell Starling was part of the Dignity Grows family for several years as a partner and mission-focused presenter before joining the staff team. He brings a rich background of advocacy and community leadership to his role as Program Assistant.
As the founder of Heroes in Training, Jerrell has decades of experience empowering young adults through physical fitness and social-emotional wellness. The organization provides youth with a uniquely heightened sense of confidence, discipline, awareness, and an obligation to serve and represent their communities in the best way possible.
Jerrell is a sought-after public speaker and served as keynote at the Nutmeg Big Brothers/Big Sisters annual meeting. One of his proudest successes came through his relationship with Dignity Grows, as he personally connected dozens of families with much needed hygiene support while educating the teens in the households on menstrual hygiene without taboos.
Jerrell serves as a Social Emotional Learning Instructor in an urban school system, where he pioneered the “Simple Wisdom” class. He also teaches numerous fitness classes each week and is an Olympic referee and active philanthropist with USA Boxing.