Volunteer Financial Mentor

Brenna Cancilla

Passionate About...
Budgeting• Retirement Plans• Taxes

I love connecting with people, understanding their goals, and helping them achieve those goals with the resources they have available. Developing an understanding of your finances is a magical and empowering thing, and it’s exciting to see the long-term benefits of small decisions like consistently contributing to an investment account.

When I’m not at work you’ll often find me on my bicycle. I love exploring Griffith Park and the mountains of LA. My biggest adventure has been biking across Iowa with RAGBRAI, and I am excited to participate in AIDS/LifeCycle in 2025.

Get to Know Brenna

What is a social cause you feel passionately about, and why is it meaningful to you? I'm passionate about creating communities where people can safely walk and bike, as well as drive. I've seen how biking makes me appreciate the world around me, and improves my mental outlook, and physical health. I've also experienced how scary and dangerous cycling can be. I want to help people feel safe enjoying life outside a car, so they can choose how they want to get around and experience the world.

What is a quote you like to live by? “Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.” – Albert Schweitzer

Do you have any pets? If so, tell us about them. I have a little dog named Oliver. He's so scared of everything (except squirrels), and I love being there to show him that the shadows in the doorway can't hurt him.