Theresa Azevedo
Disaster Operations Manager
Theresa joined United Way of Northern California’s Disaster Services Team in August 2021, where she serves as the “boots on the ground,” supporting communities impacted by disasters across a nine-county region. In 2024, Theresa was promoted to Disaster Services Operations Manager, overseeing the team’s operations to ensure effective disaster response. A strong advocate for collaboration and communication, Theresa works closely with Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters (VOAD) locally and statewide. She serves as the Vice-Chair of the Shasta/Tehama VOAD and the Secretary of California VOAD.
Before joining UWNC, Theresa worked with at-risk youth, a cause she remains passionate about and continues to support in her spare time. Originally from San Jose, CA, Theresa has lived in Redding for most of her life and considers it home. She is deeply committed to her faith, family, and creating lasting memories. Outside of work, Theresa enjoys spending time with loved ones, traveling, and attending concerts.