WHO WE ARE

The Sanneh Foundation has always been dedicated to the well-being of all people, embracing belonging and respect for every individual, regardless of their background or identity. The foundation firmly believes that everyone, without exception, holds intrinsic value and deserves support, opportunity, and respect.

  • The mission of The Sanneh Foundation is to Empower youth, Improve lives and Unite communities.

  • The vision of The Sanneh Foundation is to address the range of social determinants that empower youth and improve community well-being by providing access to education, programming, and resources.

    • Accountability

    • Adaptability

    • Caring

    • Fun

    • Growth & Learning

    • Respect

thanks to our sustaining sponsors

our history

2010

Tony Sanneh retires from professional soccer and returns to Minnesota to become full-time CEO of The Sanneh Foundation

2019

Sanneh reaches 100 free sports camps during the summer

2013

Sanneh starts running programming at Conway, beginning legacy to build the dome, renovate fields, renovate gym, and add the STEM lab

2020

Sanneh launches food distributions through it’s Nutritional
Services program

2016

Sanneh partners with the Minnesota Department of Education to expand Dreamline program

2025

Sanneh deepened its reach in the Twin Cities by expanding its flagship programs in education, mentorship, and sports-based life skills training

TEAM SANNEH leadership

  • TONY SANNEH

    Founder / CEO

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  • BRANDON GRIFFIN

    Senior VP of Operations

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  • RASSOUL DASTMOZD, PhD

    Executive VP of Strategic Initiatives

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  • joanna tzenis

    Vice President of Programs

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  • Oskar Munoz Marroquin

    Senior Director of Programs and Learning 

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  • Ying Vu

    VP of Finance and Administration

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  • CRYSTAL FLINT

    Director, Conway Community Center

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  • WHITNEY LARSON

    VP of Philanthropy

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  • Brian nosan

    Director of Marketing and Events

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board of directors

The Sanneh Foundation is guided by dedicated board members, associate board members, and members of our Founder’s Circle who generously give their time, expertise, and energy to advance our mission. Their leadership and commitment strengthen our work, helping us expand opportunities, build community, and create lasting impact.

  • Billy Beson
    Michael Davis
    Stephanie Dillon
    Lori and David Fhima
    Peter and Sarah Hanger
    Morgan Kennedy
    Lawrence Patterson
    Amy Langer
    Tom Bardis (Milano)
    Martin Nance
    Nii Quaye
    Lou Railoa
    Jerry Timian
    Rodney Young

  • Debra Bauman
    Adam Brown
    Nicholas Brown
    Nicole Carlson
    Marlon Cush
    Corey Day
    Megan Diamond
    Trisha Farrow
    Brian Findlay
    Jennifer Gels
    Denver Gilliand
    Judd Gilats
    Dave Gette
    Cordell Hardy
    Josh Helgesen
    Mya Honeywell
    Delorez Houle
    Sean Jensen
    Michalee Josephs
    Chris Kachman
    Renae Keller
    Elyse Kharabanda
    Robert Kiernat
    Jacob Miller
    Paul Novak
    Michael O’Connor
    Blois Olson
    Debrah Olson
    Beth Paulson
    Gene Richtsmeier
    Dave Rust
    Tony Sanneh
    Eric Schwebach
    Chris Sherman
    Steve Silton
    Marielle Sinicropi
    Zach Sussman
    Zecharia Thormodsgaard
    Mark Williamson
    Christian Zepeda

  • Amy Kuehn
    Kate Voss
    Austin McDowell
    Elliot Langaard
    Megan Harty
    Raechell Pullett
    Drew Niemants
    Jacob Brunsberg
    Jessica Gawron
    Lawrence Wright

Contact Us

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1276 University Avenue W.
St. Paul, MN 55104

651-690-4855

info@thesannehfoundation.org