Meet the Team – Program Director Kecia

Co-founder Kecia smiling

Kecia Domoto (formerly Sakazaki) is a proud graduate of the University of California, Berkeley, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Anthropology.

Kecia has devoted her career to supporting at-risk youth, serving in roles such as community health educator, boys group home manager, mentoring program assistant, and transition specialist. These experiences deepened her passion for helping young people realize their full potential.

After witnessing the challenges faced by youth aging out of foster care—who often enter adulthood with only a 50/50 chance of success—Kecia felt compelled to do more. Together with co-founder April, she launched Aging UP to provide these youth with the resources and support they need to lead happy, healthy, and self-sufficient lives.

When she’s not busy as Co-founder and Program Director, Kecia enjoys walking her dog, Kumo, reading, crocheting, practicing yoga, and dreaming up home improvement projects. She treasures quality time with her adult sons, close friends and family.

Photo by Lana Akin Photography