Meet Our Staff
Of the City, for the City
All staff pass pre-screening background checks and are CPR-First Aid Certified
Evan Rivera-Owings
Founder, Director
Growing up in the city I was lucky to have several caring adults who took me outdoors on a regular basis. This created a profound appreciation for life beyond my room and led me to explore the avenues beyond doorstep. I took MUNI, rode bicycles and scooters and went wherever I could as long as it was outside.
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I understand that today's world is different and that youth don't have the same latchkey freedoms. This is why City Kid Camps is so important to me - to create a space for that foundational sense of freedom and exploration of home for this next generation.
I started City Kid Camp in 2021 after over 11 years working with youth as a Camp Counselor, Recreation leader, Coach, Afterschool Teacher specializing with more challenging students, and Sports and Camp Program Coordinator, through the YMCASF, SF Rec and Parks, JCCSF, and SFUSD.
Lauren Shay
Counselor
I couldn’t be more excited to work with City Kid Camp this summer! It will allow me to combine my love for working with kids, my deep appreciation for nature, and my passion for encouraging connection, creativity, and curiosity. I was incredibly fortunate to grow up in Santa Cruz County, surrounded by some of the most beautiful natural landscapes. Being outside has always been one of my biggest sources of joy and inspiration, and I want to share that with the upcoming generation to hopefully spark those feelings for them as well. Along with the outdoors, I’ve always been a huge lover of games, sports, art, and music. I think my favorite part about all of these is that they can bring people together. I believe that the more we connect – with nature, with each other, and with ourselves – the more we care. I’m really looking forward to connecting with you and the rest of the City Kid Camp community!
Jacob Lee-Meyers
Counselor
During my early adolescence, I found myself ensnared by blissful oblivion. I was surrounded by a caring family and countless friends. Throughout this time, my friends and I adopted some of my still cherished hobbies which include: reading books, playing board games, and playing sports. We would spend each weekend and many afternoons partaking in these activities; the world outside of our bubble was foreign.
In 2020, my family and I fled from America to Taiwan, in hopes of dodging the worst of COVID. While we did shield ourselves from much of the hardship COVID inflicted upon the world, I was left isolated from my friends. One of my first steps back into reality was City Kid Camp; as a camper, City Kid Camp was a lifeline which helped reconnect me with society. In the following years, I worked to become a ‘Counselor in Training’ and finally a counselor. Working at City Kid Camp helped me establish myself as an individual and it affirmed my goal of becoming a teacher. As an aspiring teacher, City Kid Camp provides an opportunity for me to work with elementary/middle school students. I remain honored to be a part of City Kid Camp; I am excited to help City Kid Camp offer its sanctuary to another group of campers.
Jarod Angst
Counselor
Hello! I am Jarod, or Jay; I am a theatrical stage manager, SFUSD substitute teacher, and librarian in training.
I am excited to join the team as a counselor this year! San Francisco has been my home my whole life, and I have been fortunate enough to experience many of the green spaces across the city.
I am a big believer in learning through the natural world, and I am enthused for the campers to experience the city's outdoors for themselves.
In my free time, I enjoy birdwatching and hiking, watching and making live theater, and composing digital music and soundscapes.
Anna Stofle
Lead Counselor
Hi! I’m Anna, a school-based therapist in Oakland with a Master’s in Social Work from San Francisco State University. I’m passionate about supporting kids in a way that feels natural, fun, and meaningful.
I love building real, easygoing connections and creating spaces where students feel safe, supported, and free to be themselves. I was previously the Director of Afterschool at the JCC East Bay, where I got to plan awesome programs and build strong bonds with students every day. I bring that same energy into my work with children both as a therapist and as a camp counselor—mixing creativity, laughter, and genuine care to help kids feel safe and supported. When I’m not at my school, you can usually find me playing soccer or diving into arts and crafts like sewing, painting, crochet, and pottery—basically, if it involves making something with my hands, I’m all in! This summer I’ll be working with City Kid SF creating lasting memories with your kiddos.
