Meet Our Team
Angelese Calderon
Entrepreneur, Nonprofit Founder & Community Advocate
Angelese Calderon is the founder and President of Eagle Pathway, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting foster youth, low-income single parents, and individuals experiencing homelessness. With over 20 years of leadership and community service experience, she has owned and managed several businesses, which has strengthened her skills in leadership, operations, program development, and community outreach
Her background in both business ownership and nonprofit work has provided the experience needed to effectively lead and grow Eagle Pathway's mission. Angelese is passionate about creating opportunities that empower families and individuals to rebuild their lives with dignity, stability, and hope through housing support, food assistance, life skills programs, youth outreach, and animal-assisted therapy initiatives across Arizona and California.
Heather C. Durfee
Vice President
For more than 25 years, Heather Durfee has dedicated her career to helping people through every stage of their healthcare journey. Since starting in the field in 1998, she has grown into a compassionate and experienced leader, currently overseeing admissions operations for four rehabilitation hospitals across California. Her focus is on creating a welcoming, supportive experience for patients and families while guiding her teams with empathy, consistency, and care.
Heather believes that leadership is about service - to patients, to staff, and to the community. Outside of her professional role, she has spent the past three years volunteering with Eagle Pathways, a local nonprofit that supports individuals experiencing homelessness. Through this work, she's helped organize outreach efforts and community events that bring resources and hope to those who need it most.
With a heart for people and a gift for organization, Heather continues to make a difference every day - leading with compassion, building strong teams, and finding meaningful ways to serve her community.
Tammy Madfai
Arizona Outreach Manager
For most of her life, Tammy Madfai has devoted her time and energy to helping others through volunteer work and community service. Her passion for giving back began in 1998, when she lived in Egypt and volunteered at a school for special-needs children. After returning to the United States in 2003, Tammy continued her commitment to service, volunteering with schools and local organizations-including a two-week assignment with the Red Cross during Hurricane Harvey relief efforts.
Her heart for helping the homeless led her to volunteer with Comfort Food for the Homeless, where she first connected with Eagle Pathway. Since then, Tammy has become an integral part of the organization, serving as Eagle Pathway's Outreach Coordinator, where she helps organize and lead community outreach events, distribute essential supplies, and support those experiencing homelessness and hardship.
With a professional background in accounting and bookkeeping, Tammy brings strong organizational and financial skills to her work, ensuring every outreach effort is effective and impactful.
Tammy's lifelong dedication to service continues to inspire those around her-proving that compassion, consistency, and faith can truly change lives.
Daija White
California Outreach Manager
Daija White is a dedicated social worker and passionate advocate committed to improving the lives of underserved and disadvantaged populations. With hands-on experience in nonprofit organizations, she has supported elderly individuals and those experiencing homelessness, connecting them to vital resources, housing assistance, and supportive services that promote dignity and stability.
Daija has also worked in skilled nursing environments, where she advocates for vulnerable residents, coordinates care plans, and ensures that their medical, emotional, and social needs are met. Her calm guidance, empathy, and strength allow her to empower families during some of their most challenging moments.
Driven by a deep belief in equality, compassion, and community care, Daija continues to be a strong voice for those who often go unheard. Her work reflects a lifelong commitment to advocacy, trauma-informed support, and improving the quality of life for disadvantaged populations across all ages.
