CHOP Out Hunger is thrilled to announce that our very own Associate Director of Development, Rachel Santoro, has been named one of the Northeast Pennsylvania Business Journal’s Top 20 Under 40 honorees for 2024! This prestigious recognition celebrates the region’s brightest young professionals, highlighting their expertise, passion, and dedication to their communities.

Since its inception in 2002, the Top 20 Under 40 awards have honored hundreds of professionals from diverse industries, including healthcare, hospitality, real estate, and public service. Despite their varied backgrounds, all honorees share a commitment to excellence in their fields, a deep passion for their work, and a strong dedication to volunteerism and community impact. Rachel embodies all these qualities and more.

Over the past year, Rachel has been an integral part of CHOP Out Hunger, driving our mission to end childhood hunger with her unparalleled dedication and expertise. As a mother of a young child, she understands the critical importance of food security for families and brings this perspective to her work every day. Beyond her professional achievements, Rachel is committed to continuous growth, frequently engaging in professional development opportunities that enhance her ability to serve our community.

The nomination process for this award is rigorous. Each honoree is nominated by colleagues, clients, friends, or family and carefully selected by the Northeast Pennsylvania Business Journal’s panel of judges. Rachel’s recognition reflects her extraordinary contributions to our organization and her unwavering dedication to making a difference in the lives of the 45,000 children we serve weekly.

We couldn’t be prouder of Rachel’s accomplishments and are grateful to have her as a vital part of our team. Her leadership and vision inspire us all to continue striving for excellence in our mission.

To learn more about Rachel and the other incredible honorees, visit the Northeast Pennsylvania Business Journal’s Top 20 Under 40 announcement.

Congratulations, Rachel, on this well-deserved honor!