President

Dan Valadao

Dan Valadao is a dedicated leader with a passion for helping foster youth build a brighter future. As President of Take Up Your Cross, Inc, Dan brings years of experience and a heart for service to the organization. With a strong commitment to James 1:27 and a tireless work ethic, Dan is a driving force behind the organization's success

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"Jesus Looks at His Disciples and Tells Them, 'Whoever Wants to Be My Disciple Must Deny Themselves and Take Up Their Cross and Follow Me. For Whoever Wants to Save Their Life Will Lose It, but Whoever Loses Their Life for Me Will Find It.'" - Luke 9:23

At Take Up Your Cross, Inc, we believe that every foster youth deserves a bright future. If you're passionate about supporting young people as they transition out of the foster care system, we want to hear from you! Whether you're interested in volunteering, making a donation, or just have a question, our team is here to help. Fill out the form below and let's work together to make a difference in the lives of foster youth in our community.