our staff

Frontlines has an amazing team of dedicated staff who truly care about building their community.

Kristy Grisdale // Executive Director

It is Kristy’s strong conviction in community and love of God that brought her to Frontlines in 2005. Having worked in disability advocacy, fundraising and education, Kristy brings a wide knowledge base to Frontlines. Kristy’s fun loving nature and her heart for growth and change have enabled her to flourish in community ministry. Kristy holds a BA in Sociology from the University of Waterloo and an MSc in Sociology from Bristol University, UK.
email: kristy(at)frontlines.to

Denise Gillard // Program Manager

Denise Gillard has a passion for youth and excellence in youth programming. For over 22 years she has served as a respected pastor, author, composer and artistic director. She brings with her an asset-based approach to ministry which believes God has given our communities great resources through which young people can become all they are meant to be. She believes the transforming love of Jesus Christ in action is vital to making a difference.
email: denise(at)frontlines.to

Felix Opoku // Youth Program Coordinator

Felix has a joy that is difficult to contain. He is a generous and inspiring individual with a passion for fitness. Felix began working for Frontlines in 2004 and he feels that he’s at Frontlines to serve the community. Felix believes that, in the long run, the challenges one faces when working with youth are far outweighed by the rewards.
email: felix(at)frontlines.to