Meet Our Team
DIRECTOR
Nancy Iskander
Nancy is a mother from Westlake Village and the founder of The Mark and Jacob Foundation. She founded the organization in 2021 after the tragic loss of her sons, Mark and Jacob. Dedicated to turning heartbreak into hope, Nancy’s work supports underprivileged children in Egypt and Southern California through foster youth programs, scholarships, and orphan care.
In 2023, she expanded her mission by launching a foster care agency in partnership with Good Shepherd Family Services. Located in Westlake Village, the agency serves children across Santa Barbara, Ventura, and Los Angeles Counties, keeping Mark and Jacob’s light alive through every life it touches.
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
Helena Sidrak Tossoun, PsyD
Helena is a wife, mother, and mental health professional dedicated to serving family and youth within the foster care system. She received her doctorate in psychology in June of 2023 and has been providing quality care for the last 6 years. Her passion to serve in foster care grew after losing her son in January of 2025 due to a tragic illness and thereby, sharing in The Good Shepherd - Mark and Jacob mission to turn pain into hope by finding a loving home for underserved children.
ADMINISTRATOR & SOCIAL WORKER SUPRERVISOR
Stephanie Madrigal
Stephanie is a compassionate mental health professional with a Master’s degree in Psychology. With over eight years of experience working with underprivileged and underserved youth, she specializes in trauma-informed care, support services, and advocacy. Stephanie is dedicated to creating nurturing, safe, and empowering environments where foster youth can heal and thrive.