Janessa Trujillo
Director, Program Services
Janessa Trujillo is dedicated to helping formerly incarcerated individuals successfully reenter their communities. She has extensive experience supporting low-income families with job training, case management, and resource connections. Before joining Fathers Building Futures (FBF), she worked with low-income families, managing over 100 cases and later leading a team. In 2022, she joined FBF as the Client Outcomes Manager, teaching life skills and providing reentry support to incarcerated individuals. Now, as the Director of Program Services, Janessa oversees daily operations, supports staff, develops programs, and builds partnerships with correctional facilities, employers, and community organizations. She also oversees grant administration and evaluates the program’s effectiveness. With a background in Criminology and Psychology, Janessa is passionate about breaking the cycle of incarceration and helping individuals create stable, successful futures.
Phone: 505-341-9034
Joseph Shaw
Director, Non-Profit Operations
Joseph Shaw, Director of Nonprofit Operations at Fathers Building Futures, began as a client in 2012 after incarceration. In long-term recovery, he has firsthand experience with addiction, crime, and transformation. He is dedicated to helping fathers like himself; Joseph shares his journey and skills to support others' growth. Overcoming personal and professional barriers, one of his proudest achievements is being a single father. Joseph has served on multiple boards, including Viante NM, the Albuquerque Community Foundation’s Community Impact Panel, and the Criminal Justice Institute's working group. He is the past president of the New Mexico Reentry Center and the current Vice President of the Behavioral Health Advisory Board created by Bernalillo County. With certifications in OSHA 10, OSHA 30 NCCER basic construction safety training, Welding, CCSS, and CPSW, Joseph continues to empower fathers at FBF, helping them seize their second chance and build better futures.
Phone: 505-341-9034
Katie Manning
Client Outcomes Manager
Katie Manning, Client Outcomes Manager at Fathers Building Futures (FBF), is deeply passionate about supporting underserved populations and promoting healing through trauma-informed care. With over 500 hours of Trauma-Informed Yoga training and a strong background in non-profit work, Katie creates safe, empowering spaces that foster resilience, self-compassion, and emotional well-being. She works closely with clients to develop personalized goals, addressing key barriers like housing, transportation, healthcare, family reunification, and employment. Her one-on-one case management ensures each individual receives the guidance and support needed for successful re-entry. Katie also leads group classes on life skills, trauma-informed practices, financial literacy, and parenting—equipping clients with tools to manage stress and build emotional regulation. She is committed to continuously tracking client outcomes, adjusting services to meet evolving needs, and coordinating trainings for both clients and staff. Katie actively builds strong community partnerships to expand resources and support systems that help clients thrive on their path to long-term success.
Phone: 505-341-9034
