OUR TEAM
FOUNDERS

FOUNDER & PRESIDENT
Melissa Francisco
Facing the challenges of infertility firsthand highlighted a significant gap in both financial and emotional support in Manitoba.
Motivated by her personal journey, she was inspired to create an organization that offers the resources and support that were lacking.
Through her work with The Gift of Love & Hope Inc., Melissa is dedicated to making a meaningful difference for individuals experiencing infertility.

Stephanie Truong
CO-FOUNDER
Stephanie has partnered with the founder of The Gift of Love & Hope Inc. to make a significant impact in the world of infertility support.
As a mother of two children conceived through IVF, Stephanie has personally experienced the physical, mental, and financial challenges of infertility. Recognizing the financial needs that she encountered for her own treatments, she is aware that many individuals can face significant financial barriers.

CO-FOUNDER
Cristal Cantalejo
Cristal has partnered with the founder of The Gift of Love and Hope Inc. Having experienced fertility challenges through friends and a close family member, she is devoted to assisting others in building their families without financial obstacles.
She offers invaluable support with The
Gift of Love and Hope Inc., and hopes to help individuals navigating the challenges of infertility.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS

BOARD MEMBER
Faith Faderon
BOARD MEMBER
Anne Almojuela
BOARD MEMBER
Melissa Francisco
BOARD MEMBER
Stephanie Truong
BOARD MEMBER
Cristal Cantalejo
COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING
Viewsual Media
PHOTOGRAPHER
Anne Almojuela
PUBLIC RELATIONS
Kate Garcia, Content Creator
SOCIAL MEDIA SPECIALIST
FERTILITY COMMUNITY
Anne Almojuela
FERTILITY WARRIOR & ADVOCATE
MANITOBA'S LOCAL FERTILITY CLINIC