Julie Lucio
Executive Team Administrator
Julie Lucio is an experienced Escrow Officer based in McAllen with over 20 years in the title industry. She brings professionalism, organization, and strong community experience to the team.
RGV's Little Elves Team
Meet the people behind the mission.
RGV's Little Elves is led by community-minded volunteers, board members, and local leaders who work together to bless children and families across the Rio Grande Valley during times of need.
Founder Spotlight
Sarah Gutierrez
Founder and President
Sarah Gutierrez is the Founder and President of RGV's Little Elves. Her heart for service and her love for the Rio Grande Valley helped create a nonprofit focused on blessing children and families during times of need throughout the year.
Through community drives, seasonal events, family support, sponsorships, and volunteer partnerships, Sarah continues to help lead the mission with compassion, organization, and a deep commitment to local families.
Board Members 2025
Community leaders helping carry the work forward.
The board helps guide events, outreach, sponsorships, drives, and the day-to-day support that makes the mission possible.
Alysha De Los Rios
Mid-Valley Regional Director
Alysha helps support outreach and coordination for the Mid-Valley area, helping connect families, volunteers, and community partners with the mission of RGV's Little Elves.
Leslie Gonzalez
Mid-Valley Board Member
Leslie serves as a Mid-Valley Board Member and helps support the organization through community involvement, event support, and service-centered outreach.
Vianca Ariana Hernandez
Senior Board Member
Vianca supports the mission as a Senior Board Member, helping the organization continue serving children and families through planning, outreach, and community support.
Nina Román
Board Member
Nina brings a service-minded perspective and legal/paralegal experience to the board, helping support the organization’s work with care, professionalism, and attention to detail.
Annelise Saldívar
Board Member
Annelise supports the team as a board member, helping RGV's Little Elves continue building meaningful events, drives, and opportunities to serve local families.
Charlotte Underwood
Grant Writer & Upper-Valley Board Member
Charlotte serves as Grant Writer and Upper-Valley Board Member, helping strengthen funding opportunities, community support, and outreach for families across the region.
Serve With Us
Want to help bless families across the RGV?
Whether you want to volunteer, sponsor an event, donate items, or learn more about board opportunities, we would love to connect with you.