Former Boys & Girls Club COO is New Board Chair for CCKids

May 11, 2022

St. Lucie West - Communities Connected for Kids congratulates Melanie Wiles for her new position as chair of the nonprofit organization’s Board of Directors.

Wiles, the director of parish development at St. Anastasia Catholic Church and former chief operating officer of the St. Lucie County Boys and Girls Club, is taking the place of Kathryn Hensley.

Hensley served as chair for five years and is stepping down from that post to focus on other projects. She will remain on the Board.

During her time as chair, she oversaw CCKids’ growth as the organization transitioned to a new name, became financially viable, instituted new program to reduce the number of children.

Wiles, who served as Hensley’s vice chair, said she looks forward to serving with a team that will provide families with the support services they need.

“I am honored to serve as the chair of CCKids’ Board and have enjoyed the last few years working with our Board of caring adults and dedicated staff to ensure the safety, permanency and well-being of children in our area,” Wiles said.

Wiles also has served on the Treasure Coast Opioids Taskforce Education Committee and the Economic Development Council. She has been involved with youth development for more than 10 years and has an extensive background in marketing and resource development.