Volunteer Spotlight Arturo Perez

Q: How did your family and culture influence who you are today?  Tremendously. I work in CSR and volunteer of my time, talents and treasure with multiple organizations. My father ran a small nonprofit in NM helping migrant farmworkers with health, job training, immigration status, etc. That left a lasting impression on me.  Q: Why … Read more

Staff Spotlight Kathy Pondy

Q: How did your family and culture influence who you are today?  Growing up in the fast-growing West Valley community of Maryvale, I was one of six children. My mother is one of eight and I have 28 first cousins!   My loving Hispanic family got together for EVERY birthday, wedding, holiday, and long weekend. At the center of these … Read more

Board Spotlight Kris Anest

Q: How did your family and culture influence who you are today?  Family and culture are such important perspectives, and both have shaped and influenced who I am today. My mother was a passionate advocate for education; all types of education, not only core learning like math, science, reading, etc., but music, dance, and fine … Read more