Our Staff

REBEKAH KEPHA

Founder + Executive Director

Rebekah (Wilder) Kepha had a passion from age 9 to help children in China. She grew up in Minnetonka, MN, and graduated from Northwestern College, St. Paul with a degree in Intercultural Studies, Children & Family Studies, and Mandarin Chinese. Rebekah is a certified Mental Health Practitioner and Behavioral Therapist and has worked with special needs children since 2008. Rebekah moved to China permanently in 2015. Soon after that she met her husband, who is from India, and they were married in 2018.

They lived in China until August of 2020, and now live in Minnesota, USA.

Email Rebekah: rebekah@hope-station.org

MARGARETE ZHANG

Chief Operations Officer

“Throughout the past years working for Hope Station, I’ve always felt very passionate about my job. I hope to get more resources and opportunities by connecting with more people in the community, so that the children and families we serve can get more professional help, and our team can work in unity.”

Margarete is a native of Sichuan province. She likes eating spicy food, and her major in college was Business English. Previous to Hope Station, she worked as an English teacher, and as a teacher for special needs children in both China and Canada.

Margarete joined Hope Station in 2018.

ERICA XU

Family Strengthening Program Manager

“I’m so happy that I have a chance to serve disabled children and vulnerable families… I remember every child’s birthday and celebrate with them on their special day… I am so proud that I get to witness them thriving. I will do my best to support each family by giving them the help and love they deserve.”

Erica lives in Sichuan with her daughter. Growing up, she had a brother with Cerebral Palsy, so she understands first hand how difficult it can be to be part of a family with special needs. She is passionate about making sure local families get the resources and support they need.

Erica joined Hope Station in 2019.

JADE WANG

Family Care Specialist

“I was a therapy major in University, but after graduation most of the options were in massage… I felt like I’d lost my way… When I first heard about Hope Station’s work specifically in public welfare and helping all kinds of children, it sparked an inner sense of purpose in me! Now, I’m honored to be part of this work.”

Jade provides direct support services to children and their families. She has a degree in General Therapy with an emphasis in speech therapy, and previously worked at the Disabilities Federation in her hometown.

Jade joined Hope Station in 2021.

SUMMER DONG

Events Coordinator

“I’ve always wanted to do something about and for people, and that was one of the reasons I chose to get my masters in interpreting… But when I realized how little I could actually do when my working focus was only on languages, I quit my last job: translation project assistant… So when I heard of Hope Station’s wanting an event coordinator, I went for it. I feel for those kids and want their stories to be told… This time, they are the center of what I’m privileged to interpret.”

Summer organizes events that support children with special needs and their families in Sichuan, China, fostering community connection and raising awareness. She has a degree in English.

Summer joined Hope Station in 2023.

SHARON PARK

China Communications Specialist

“Since I started high school, I have enjoyed spreading stories through design, painting, and video editing. However, when I turned this hobby into a career, I found that in the process of commercialization, the dissemination of stories has lost its original intention. We are merely catering to the world, rather than genuinely influencing it. Through my work in Hope Station, I have truly realized how our actions can make a difference, and it has rekindled my passion for what I do.”

Sharon provides support services to children with special needs and their families through social media activism and raising awareness in the community.

Sharon joined Hope Station in 2024.

ANGELA LI

Therapist

“I have nearly 10 years of experience in experiential training in leadership, mental health, life education, and career planning… In 2019, I began working as a therapist for children with special needs, which allowed me to connect with more families… I witnessed the challenges they face… and developed a deeper commitment to supporting them in finding their value and meaning in society. I joined Hope Station because its family-centered approach aligns with my passion for serving families and creating lasting change… As part of this team, I’m excited to contribute to the growth and well-being of children and their families, working alongside like-minded individuals who share this vision.”

Angela directly provides therapy services to children, and gives therapeutic guidance and assessments to families as well.

Angela joined Hope Station in 2024.

MARSHA WILDER

Administrative Assistant

Marsha lives in Minnesota with her husband. They enjoy camping and biking together and love spending time with their family as often as possible. They have traveled to China two times to visit Rebekah and have had the privilege of spending time with the precious children at the orphanage both times. 

Marsha loves handling all the US side administrative tasks for Hope Station and sees it as a privilege to work alongside her daughter in her life dream.

Email Marsha: marshakwilder@gmail.com