The Kyler Wilson Foundation
About Us
We are a 501(c)(3) organization working to make a difference in the Stanislaus County community. Our Foundation’s mission is to further champion the fight against fentanyl primarily by connecting to the next generation of potential users and providing education on not only the dangers of fentanyl, but also the fundamental connection between drug abuse and mental health struggles.
Our Activities
- Providing education related to fentanyl awareness by collaborating with educational institutions and their associated coaches to integrate such information into their athletic programs.
- Creating and joining community-based events and initiatives aimed at raising public consciousness about the opioid epidemic.
- Utilizing foundation resources to financially support funeral expenses for individuals in the community who have tragically passed due to fentanyl overdose, thereby providing relief to the affected families.
Meet the Foundation
Board of Directors
John Ebster
President
John has been providing Sports Medicine care in Stanislaus County for 40 years. He continues to coach basketball at various levels, remaining involved in community athletics while mentoring area youth which continues to to be a driving force in his life. His passion is to provide a safe environment, with support for families, to grow, thrive and survive
Mike Wilson
Executive Director
Mike began a career in Law Enforcement before pivoting to teaching Physical Education and Health at Central Catholic High School. For the last 25 years, he has also been in charge of the Varsity basketball program there, guiding his players to succeed and grow. Mike has been active in the community fight against fentanyl, and through this foundation he looks to make a impact in the lives of local youth athletes
Rochelle Marapao
Vice President
Rochelle has a professional background of over 20 years in technology start-ups specializing in business development, sales management, and strategic partnerships. In 2016, she started elev8 Sports Media, an organization promoting local athletes and sports programs in California through videography, photography, and editorials
Cooper Wilson
Treasurer/Secretary
Cooper is a graduate of San Diego State University who currently works in banking. He attended Central Catholic High School, and followed his brother Kyler's footsteps in playing basketball under his dad. Aside from his career, Cooper also volunteers at the Stanislaus Literacy Center as a tutor helping adults obtain their GEDs
Ambassadors
Michelle Springmeyer
Michelle is in her 15th year as a youth volleyball coach and club administrator. She is currently the Parent Liaison and Membership Administrator at Rage Volleyball Club. Within her roles at the club she supports players, parents and coaches for over 30 teams, along with teaching the charter school PE classes. Michelle most recently completed her sixth year at Central Catholic High School as the head of both the Girls and Beach volleyball programs. She is passionate about empowering young athletes on the court so they can become resilient individuals within society
Kara Lewis
Kara Lewis is the Library Literacy Director for LearningQuest, a non-profit organization that assists in adult literacy and children’s reading programs. She serves as a certified trainer and has trained numerous volunteer tutors in the field of literacy in Stanislaus, Merced and San Joaquin counties. Kara has spent a total of 27 years dedicating her career to improving the overall literacy conditions in Stanislaus County. Her education includes earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in German and a minor in Physical Education from California State University, Stanislaus in 1993. She has also attended the Goethe Institute of Language in Murnau, Germany in 1988
Myles Kuikahi
Myles was born and raised on the Big Island of Hawaii and is a proud United States Air Force veteran. For the last 22 years, he has enjoyed a career in the bail industry and is the District Manager for All-Pro Bail Bonds with offices in Stanislaus, Merced, and San Joaquin Counties. As an avid surfer and former high school athlete, sports and fitness have been a big part of Myles’ life for the past 34 years. He holds certifications in personal training and nutrition from the International Sports Science Association and enjoys sharing his knowledge with youth athletes. Myles is the co-founder of elev8 Sports Media, an organization that promotes local athletes and sports programs