Executive Director, LCG iCare Foundation
EMILY PIPESH
“I am honored to serve LCG employees during times of adversity and have the opportunity to give back to those who give so much. The role that child care providers play in the lives of children and families they support is critical and requires dedication, compassion, and benevolence. I look forward to expanding our ability to support such employees facing personal hardships.”
Emily Pipesh joined the LCG iCare Foundation in February 2022 as Executive Director. In collaboration with the Board of Directors, her focus is to carry out the foundation’s mission through programming, strategic planning, and community outreach.
In her previous role with the Michigan Parkinson Foundation, Emily served as Director of Programs. She was responsible for administering and evaluating financial assistance programs designed to increase the quality of life for people affected by Parkinson’s. Her position also included providing psychosocial health education, strategic planning, fundraising, and linking constituents to community-based resources.
Prior to that, Emily worked in case management for MORC, Inc., where she advocated for individuals receiving public mental health services. She assisted individuals in developing a support plan to address their daily needs and long-term goals, including living arrangements, life skills and community integration, education, and employment.
While attending graduate school, Emily had the opportunity to serve as a student research assistant and supported several grant-funded programs designed to empower disenfranchised youth and their families.
A metro Detroit native, Emily holds a master’s degree in Social Work from Wayne State University and a bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Oakland University. She is a fully licensed clinical social worker. In her spare time, Emily enjoys serving as co-leader of her daughter’s Girl Scout troop and volunteering with a local Meals on Wheels program.
Board of Directors
Meet the LCG employees and team members who volunteer their personal time, expertise, and compassion to support and advance the charitable mission of the LCG iCare Foundation.
Heather Vucinaj
LCG iCare Foundation: President
LCG Role: Director, Talent Acquisition
LCG Tenure: 8 years
“Our employees bring a great amount of dedication and passion to their jobs every day. Having the opportunity to support them in their times of need through this foundation is an absolute honor and completely necessary to make them feel supported in not only their roles, but in their lives as a whole.”
Yolanda Benson
LCG iCare Foundation: Vice President
LCG Role: Sr Manager, Billing and Receivable Accounting
LCG Tenure: 22 years
“Our field team is passionate about supporting families and nurturing children. I’m proud to be a part of a foundation that’s passionate and dedicated to helping our employees in a time of need.”
Heather Seymour
LCG iCare Foundation: Secretary
LCG Role: Business Operations Advisor
LCG Tenure: 26 years
“It feels amazing to work for a company who cares so deeply for their employees and helps them as they are facing their most difficult times. I am blessed to have the opportunity to give back. At the end of the day it is all about people helping people.”
Andrew Graves
LCG iCare Foundation: Treasurer
LCG Role: Director, Strategic Growth
LCG Tenure: 4 years
“As a former Montessori student at the Naperville Montessori School, I have a special connection to Learning Care Group and in turn, the LCG iCare Foundation. Learning Care Group’s mission is to provide the safest and best atmosphere for the care and development of children, so it’s only natural for those who are passionate about LCG’s mission to offer their time and effort to the iCare Foundation. The Foundation supports Learning Care Group’s family of dedicated and passionate teachers who provide best-in-class care and education for over 110,000 children in 39 states and D.C. Our teachers spend much of their week caring for children, so they certainly deserve someone to be caring for them. That’s what energizes me and is what ultimately led to my decision to volunteer at iCare.”
Sherrie Gomez
LCG iCare Foundation: Board Member
LCG Role: Sr Manager Operational Compliance, CACFP
LCG Tenure: 35 years
“My blood is in Learning Care Group. My mom was a Center Director, I am a very long-term employee and now my granddaughter is a Lead Toddler Teacher. I could not be more invested in the employees of this organization and thankful for the impact we have each day. I am thrilled to be able to assist in a meaningful way when our own team members are in need.”
Courtney McKenzie
LCG iCare Foundation: Board Member
LCG Role: Communications Manager
LCG Tenure: 3.5 years
“No matter the role, we can all find ways to serve others through our work. The iCare Foundation is an incredible way for our employees to serve and support one another just as we do for the families in our car.”
Roosevelt Parker
LCG iCare Foundation: Board Member
LCG Role: Sr. IT Project Manager
LCG Tenure: 9 years
“With great compassion for others and desire to help those in need, I am fortunate to have the opportunity to serve and continue the pivotal work of the iCare Foundation in providing for employees in their time of need.”
Nicole Call
LCG iCare Foundation: Board Member
LCG Role: HR Business Partner
LCG Tenure: 8 years
“Our employees are the heart of our organization, the work they do on a daily basis has a lasting impact on the children and families we serve that goes beyond their time in a classroom. I am proud to be apart of this foundation where we are able to help our fellow colleagues during times of hardship and make an impact on their lives when they need it the most.”
Christine Baboomian
LCG iCare Foundation: Board Member
LCG Role: EMPO Project Manager
LCG Tenure: 12 years
“I joined the board to ensure that the same care and advocacy we provide to children and families is extended to our own dedicated team members during their most difficult moments. The iCare Foundation represents our commitment to being more than just a workplace; it is a vital safety net that ensures no colleague has to face an unexpected crisis alone.”
Gary McCarrick
LCG iCare Foundation: Board Member
LCG Role: Finance Manager – Transportation and Company Vehicles
LCG Tenure: 10 years
“The iCare Foundation matters to me because it reflects the very core of Learning Care’s culture, an organization where people genuinely show up for one another in moments that matter most. Serving on the iCare Foundation allows me to help deliver timely, meaningful support to colleagues across the country when unforeseen challenges arise. It is both an honor and a responsibility to ensure no team member faces hardship alone, and to help translate our collective compassion into real, impactful action.”
Nikki Duke
LCG iCare Foundation: Board Member
LCG Role: PMO Project Analyst
LCG Tenure: 11 years
“Our LCG field employees show tremendous dedication and compassion to our children and families on a daily basis. I am thankful to have the opportunity to be able to give back and support our field employees in a time of need. It is truly an honor to see the impact the foundation is able to make in our LCG community.”
Eric Tooke
LCG iCare Foundation: Board Member
LCG Role: CAPEX Project Manager
LCG Tenure: 4 years
“Working for a company that genuinely cares so deeply for their team fills me with an incredible sense of pride and gratitude. Their unwavering support during the toughest times is nothing short of inspiring. I am truly honored to have the opportunity to give back, to be there for others when they need it most, and to make a difference in their lives.”
Vanessa ONeel<br />
LCG iCare Foundation: Board Member
LCG Role: Sr Family Admissions Specialist
LCG Tenure: 8 years
“I have been in the field of early childhood education for over 17 years – I know firsthand the dedication it takes to be a teacher and make a meaningful difference in a child’s life. It’s amazing to work for a company that prioritizes the wellbeing of its employees. Our teams support families and students every day, and through the iCare Foundation, we can support them when they need it most. I’m honored to be a small part of making an impact for our employees.”
Financial Reports
The LCG iCare Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, exempt from federal income tax. EIN #81-0683487. Financial reports are available for review below for donors and the general public:
Foundation Bylaws
The LCG iCare Foundation is a nonprofit organization governed by specific bylaws which outline the purpose, power, and board membership for the foundation. Foundation Bylaws are available for review by those interested in volunteering with the foundation.