.png)
OUR EXECUTIVE BOARD
FRANK AMATO
Vice President
He/Him/His
Frank is a seasoned business owner with over 30 years of experience in the hospitality and food industry. Originally from Pittsburgh, PA, he has managed a wide range of successful, high-profile businesses from New York City to Charlotte, North Carolina. Known for his strong leadership and commitment to quality, Frank brings exceptional expertise in operations, customer service, and team building.
Now a proud part of the Mahoning Valley, he is excited to apply his experience to the day-to-day operations of Full Spectrum Community Outreach. His dedication to creating welcoming, supportive spaces makes him a valuable asset to the organization and its mission.
TIM BORTNER
President/Co-Founder
He/Him/His
Tim is a local business owner and passionate advocate for the LGBTQ+ community. A 2016 graduate of Youngstown State University, he focused his studies on areas including Graphic Design while also making a lasting impact as the leader of YSUnity, where he became widely recognized for his dedication to LGBTQ+ advocacy throughout the Mahoning Valley.
Seeing a need for more comprehensive support for the LGBTQ+ community, Tim co-founded Full Spectrum Community Outreach, helping provide vital resources, programs, and a safe space for those who need it most. Outside of his work at Full Spectrum, he runs a traveling carnival company across Ohio and Pennsylvania during the summer months, combining creativity, event planning, and entrepreneurship.
While graphic design and festival operations are his professional pursuits, Tim’s true passion lies in uplifting, supporting, and empowering the LGBTQ+ community—work that continues to drive every aspect of his life.
MAI ALIE
Secretary
She/Her/Hers
Mai is a college instructor at ETI Technical College and a dedicated scholar currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Psychology. She holds degrees in Criminal Justice, Criminal Justice Administration, and Education, and will be graduating this spring with her Master’s in Forensic Psychology while continuing her doctoral studies.
For the past 17 years, Mai has also run a small business traveling to pride festivals up and down the East Coast, where she sells pride merchandise and connects with LGBTQIA+ communities. In addition to her academic and professional work, she founded a nonprofit organization dedicated to combating animal cruelty—a cause close to her heart.
When she’s not teaching or studying, Mai enjoys volunteering at LGBTQIA+ events and local animal shelters, always finding ways to give back and uplift the communities she cares about.
OPERATIONS
KATIE CORISTON
Operations Manager
She/Her/Hers
Katie has been involved with nonprofits and volunteering since she was a young child. Katie has been with her husband Charles for 18 years and they have 3 sons who keep them very busy. She has a strong medical background as a LPN and RN for 13 years before stepping away to concentrate more on her family. In addition to helping with Full Spectrum Community Outreach, she also is a Programs Director for NAMI Mahoning Valley where she also helps with Crisis Intervention Training and public speaking. Katie enjoys cats, gardening, road trips, and organizing everything but her own house.
330.559.0503 text/call
COMMITTEES
SARAH DUMAIRE
Fundraiser Committee Member
She/Her/Hers
Sarah is a registered nurse, chemical dependency counselor, and case manager dedicated to community service and advocacy. As a founding member of a local 501(c)(3) non-profit, she has spent over a decade supporting families and children, organizing fundraisers, and helping those in need—earning recognition as a Hometown Hero by Channel 33 WYTV. Her efforts have provided scholarships, holiday assistance, and funeral support for community members, reflecting her deep commitment to making a difference. Sarah lives in Girard, Ohio, with her husband, two children—Kaleb (he/him), 14, and Kierstyn (she/her), 8—and their beloved pets. In her free time, she enjoys family activities, community events, and spending time outdoors. Raised to value kindness and inclusion, Sarah is a proud ally of the LGBTQIA+ community and volunteers with Full Spectrum Community Outreach to help build a more inclusive and compassionate world.
WINTER BURGESS
Client Care Committee Member
She/Her/Hers
Winter is a passionate photographer and dedicated manager at her local Subway in Columbiana, Ohio, where she lives. A graduate of Columbiana High School and the Columbiana County Career and Technical Center, she focused her studies on photography and multimedia design.
During those formative years, Winter not only developed her artistic eye but also discovered her identity as a transgender woman—an experience that strengthened her commitment to joy, authenticity, and making others smile. Her creativity and compassion continue to shape everything she does.
REAGAN HUFF
Housing Committee Member
She/They
Reagan is a Youngstown resident since 2023, originally from Fremont, Ohio. They identify as Demisexual and Biromantic and have been married to their wife since 2024. With a background in home health care supporting individuals with disabilities, Reagan brings compassion and dedication to all they do.
They share their home with a dog, two cats, and three rabbits. In addition to volunteering with Full Spectrum Community Outreach, Reagan enjoys reading, writing, and crafting in their free time.
MICHELLE BUCH
Events Committee Member
She/Her/Hers
Michelle is a devoted wife, proud mother of five, and loving grandmother to eight. Known for her kind, caring, and outgoing spirit, she thrives on spending time with her family and enjoying the outdoors—whether she’s camping, fishing, or relaxing by the water. Michelle is also deeply committed to her community and is always ready to lend a helping hand wherever she’s needed.
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
FAZE DUNHAM
Property Manager
They/Them
Faze Dunham was born and raised in North Carolina and relocated to Youngstown in 2023. Faze began working with individuals with developmental disabilities, managing both staffing and care services. They are married to their loving wife, Reagan Huff, and together they share a home with their two cats, dog, three rabbits, and hermit crabs. Faze is passionate about helping others reach their fullest potential and thrive in their daily lives.
Our board and team is comprised solely of unpaid volunteers, donating their time, energy, and expertise to the LGBTQIA+ community of the Mahoning Valley.
We are currently seeking volunteers for the following positions: Housing Coordinator, Coordinator of Client Care, Outreach Coordinator, Events Coordinator, Community Engagement Coordinator, Pride Coordinator, and Fundraiser Coordinator
We are also always in need of helping hands at our events!
Click HERE if you are interested in joining our team!