Our advisory board is composed of dedicated leaders who bring deep expertise in community service, military service, education, and outreach — all united by a shared belief in sustenance for all.

Founder | Guide | Heart of the Mission
Denise Cintron founded Cibus Mission in January 2021 after experiencing a profound moment of understanding the power of Cibus — sustenance in all its forms. What began as giving from her garden became a movement to ensure that every person in the community has access to physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual nourishment.
Through Denise's guidance, Cibus Mission offers monthly meals, emergency assistance for veteran families, and blessing box donations throughout the area. The organization has launched youth-centered programs including an Urban Farm and a Bike Repair initiative, and provides online ordination and state-approved credentials for those who wish to become wedding or funeral officiants.
Denise is thankful for the many donors, volunteers, and sponsors who make this work possible. She believes that empowerment is the catalyst for positive change and invites others to join the growing movement behind Cibus Mission.

CEO (since January 20, 2025) · Advisory Board (joined June 2025)
Major F. Warren is a retired U.S. Navy Chief Hospital Corpsman who served for 23 years and is currently a 100% disabled Veteran who continues to serve his community with the same dedication he brought to his military career.
Notable leadership positions held: Senior Enlisted Adviser at DIA, Senior Enlisted Adviser at Armed Forces Medical Intelligence Center, Command Chief Ancillary Services Diego Garcia, Command Chief Clinical Services & (Acting) CMC Naval Hospital Twentynine Palms, Special Operations Corpsmen 2nd Reconnaissance Battalion, Senior Corpsmen USS Josephus Daniels CG-27.
Community service: Board Member YMCA Hagerstown, Board Member Community Free Clinic, Project Manager BAE Systems, Abstract Reviewer for Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program.
Education: Undergraduate in Business Administration; Graduate degrees in Emergency and Disaster Management & Strategic Intelligence.
Memberships: Friendship Lodge No. 84, Ali Ghan Shrine, Elks Lodge 378, & Valley of Palm Springs Scottish Rite.

Dean of Instruction, CTE and STEM · Madera Community College · Advisory Board (joined June 2025)
Justin García is a higher education professional with a strong focus on equity, inclusion, and student-centered learning. With extensive experience teaching psychology and leading academic initiatives, he has developed and implemented programs that empower students from diverse backgrounds to succeed.
His leadership has been instrumental in shaping policies that close equity gaps and support underrepresented populations, particularly at Hispanic-Serving Institutions. Justin is known for creating transformative learning environments where students feel seen, valued, and encouraged to engage deeply with course content.
His curriculum design intentionally highlights diverse voices and promotes critical thinking through culturally responsive pedagogy. In both teaching and administration, he advocates for accessible, collaborative, and empowering educational experiences.
Currently serving as the Dean of Instruction, CTE and STEM at Madera Community College in Madera, California, Justin brings to the Cibus Mission Advisory Board a passion for education as a tool for social impact, along with deep insight into building inclusive frameworks that uplift entire communities.

Event Coordinator · Professional Comedian · Community Leader · Advisory Board (joined June 2025)
Chad Beadle is a seasoned event coordinator, professional comedian, and respected community leader with over two decades of experience in entertainment and public engagement. He is the founder of Make Me Laugh Chad, a company specializing in creative and impactful corporate and community event planning.
Chad has coordinated numerous shows and fundraisers across the region and is known for bringing fresh, engaging experiences to audiences of all backgrounds. He has consistently used his platform to support local initiatives — partnering with Cibus Mission to deliver emergency care packages to veteran families in crisis and regularly providing space at his events for community organizations to raise awareness.
He has volunteered at block parties, charity drives, and youth-centered events, demonstrating a deep commitment to service. Chad's local connections and natural ability to bring people together make him a trusted figure in Hagerstown. His insight into entertainment logistics, audience engagement, and grassroots outreach directly supports the mission to provide sustenance, connection, and dignity to all.
Our board believes that together we can provide sustenance for those who need it — at a mental, emotional, and physical level. We invite you to join the growing movement behind Cibus Mission.
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