About Our Commitment

Oyate Group, a nonprofit organization with the mission to alleviate poverty by creating sustainable and holistic solutions that empower underserved communities was launched by community activist and organizer Tomas Ramos in 2020. The initiative works to create access to healthcare, alleviate hunger, invest in the growth of small businesses and inspire youth to better themselves and their communities.

Meet Our Community Champions

Tomas Ramos

Tomas Ramos

Founder, CEO and President

Tomas Ramos is the founder, CEO and president of the Oyate Group, a New York-based nonprofit organization with the mission to alleviate poverty. He is committed to finding sustainable solutions to the challenges they face.

Jason Autar

Jason Autar

Chief Operating Officer

Drawing on his wealth of government and nonprofit experience, he aims to create sustainable programming and provide access to critical resources to his home borough of The Bronx.

Lymarie Francisco

Lymarie Francisco

Director of Operations and Outreach

Prior to joining Oyate, Lymarie worked at ACDP, a nonprofit organization in the Bronx where she served as a Program Director at Murphy Community Center.

Augustina Warton

Augustina Warton

Director of Programs

In her role, she oversees the organization’s youth development programming, small business support, public safety initiatives and more.

Alexander Reyes

Alexander Reyes

Program Coordinator

In his role, he conducts community outreach and oversees the day-to-day implementation of Oyate Group’s programs including youth development services, small business support, public safety and more.

Laila Ayala

Laila Ayala

Program Assistant

Laila is committed to helping those in her community reach for the stars and does anything she can to volunteer.

Jamel Mims

Jamel Mims

Lead Facilitator of Design and Technology

Jamel is a leader in the field of culturally responsive pedagogy with a proven track record in creating, facilitating and sustaining nationally recognized hip-hop culture-centered education programs.

Kimberly Troncoso

Kimberly Troncoso

Program Coordinator

Kimberly oversees the day-to-day implementation of the organization’s diverse programs, including youth development services and small business support.

Iris Munoz

Iris Munoz

Program Coordinator

Iris is responsible for collaborating closely with internal teams, external partners, educators and artists to develop engaging and impactful initiatives that align with our mission and objectives.  

Juan Abad

Juan Abad

Facilities Manager

Juan is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of Oyate Group’s headquarters, ensuring the space is safe, well-maintained, and functional. He manages repairs and ensures compliance with safety regulations, contributing to the smooth operation of the Oyate facility.

Nan Eileen Mead

Nan Eileen Mead

Lead Facilitator

Nan is responsible for overseeing the College Access Program for Oyate Group. 

Marissa Charlemagne

Marissa Charlemagne

Business and Entrepreneurship Facilitator

Marissa supports program management and leads the design and implementation of Rise Leadership’s business and entrepreneurship curriculum. 

Compassion

Almost everyone we speak with has lost someone they love to COVID-19. We often hear that getting the vaccine is in their honor. New York is always strong – but we are healing.

Community

We were able to distribute over 500 turkeys to Bronx families in time for Thanksgiving. This wouldn’t be possible without all the incredible volunteers that help keep organizations like ours THRIVING.

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Oyate Group’s Rising Initiatives are dedicated to providing and distributing critical resources across NYC in response to the COVID-19 pandemic’s disproportionate impact on marginalized New Yorkers.