The Carol Rivest Memorial Foundation is honored for the gracious dedication and efforts of the individuals who continue to promote and support the organization through their charitable work.
Thank you to our board members for their hard work and commitment to the
Carol Rivest Memorial Foundation.
Sheila Rivest
Sheila Rivest, is currently employed Multicultural Community Service as an RN. She is a proud mother of two adult children. Sheila’s older sister Carol Diane Rivest was shot and killed by her estranged boyfriend in May of 1982.
Sheila has become a strong speaker and advocate for victims of intimate partner violence. Her presentation has been received at numerous events where victims and offenders can hear about the lives left behind after a homicide. Sheila speaks about what led up to the tragedy and also the role the judicial system played in her understanding of what occurred. She shares with audience members that Carol was so much more than a victim of domestic violence homicide.
Sarah Gloster
Sarah is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a strong commitment to supporting individuals affected by domestic violence. Sarah has been an integral part of the Carol Rivest Memorial Foundation since its inception, dedicating over a decade to the cause; and is honored to contribute to a mission that aligns with personal values of empathy and resilience. Sarah believes that true healing begins with understanding, compassion, and a strong support system. As someone who has witnessed the profound impact of domestic violence on mental and emotional well-being, Sarah is passionate about the mission of the Carol Rivest Memorial Foundation, believing deeply in the power of awareness, education, and promoting healthy relationships.
Kim MCClintock
I am a dedicated board member and co-founder driven by a deeply personal connection to the cause of domestic violence, awareness, and prevention. Having lost my childhood friend, Carol Rivest, to domestic violence, I have experienced profound emotional anguish, grappling with grief, anger, and the harsh reality of how abuse can tragically cut lives short. This devastating loss became a turning point, inspiring me to commit to advocacy, support, and education.
Through the work at CRMF, I have learned the importance of breaking the cycle of violence, empowering survivors, and fostering conversations that challenge societal silence around domestic abuse. Serving on the board has been both a healing and fulfilling journey, allowing me to transform pain into purpose. By honoring Carol, I am determined to make an impact ensuring no one else suffers in silence and that every victim finds the support they need to reclaim their life.
Melanie Gajewska
Melanie graduated from Naropa University with a Master of Arts in Transpersonal Ecopsychology in 2017, and from Nichols College with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in 2014. She currently works as a Marketing Manager with a strong background in freelance graphic design, website development, video production, and brand management. Melanie has contributed her extensive digital marketing knowledge to the Carol Rivest Memorial Foundation through her work developing our website and designing graphics for printed and digital communications. Melanie is an educator at heart with over 4.5+ years of work experience teaching Humanities and Technology at Nichols College. She is also currently finishing her tiny house on wheels that is an expression of her love for nature, minimalist living, and eco design. Through her work and life experience she brings a vast professional skill set to the board along with a passion to empower people.