Foundation Board
2023-2024 CHC Foundation Board of Directors
Our Legacy
The Crafton Hills College Foundation was built on a strong legacy of generosity and commitment to education. In the late 1960s, philanthropist Ruben Finkelstein and his brother, Lester, donated the land where Crafton Hills College now stands. Their vision and dedication laid the foundation for a college that continues to serve and inspire generations of students. CHC remains a lasting tribute to the Finkelstein brothers’ passion for learning and their love for the community.
Who We Are
Today, the Foundation continues that legacy and is led by a volunteer Board of Directors made up of alumni, retirees, and community members who believe in the power of education. With a shared commitment to student success and community impact, the Board works tirelessly to build partnerships, raise funds, and ensure every gift makes a meaningful difference.
Foundation Board Members 2024-2025
| President | Dr. Phong Nguyen |
| 1st Vice President | Amy Minjares |
| Vice President | David Avila |
| Vice President | Wynona Duvall |
| Vice President | Barbara Smith |
| Vice President | Leslie Wessels |
| Vice President | June Yamamoto |
| Secretary | Dr. Kevin Horan |
| Chief Financial Officer | Mike Strong |
| Director | James Cortz |
| Director | Alicia Gyllenhammer |
| Director | Gloria Macías Harrison |
| Director | Chris Markarian |
| Director | Meridyth McLaren |
| Director | William Nassar |
| Director | Colin Northcutt |
| Director | Robert Pettiford |
| Director | Jared Shaw |
| Director | Rosaura Solís-Parsons |
| Director | Karen Peterson |
| Director | Celeste Reid |
| Director | Rich Sessler |
| Director | Michael Smith |
| Director | Mark Snowhite |
| Director | Lillian Vasquez |
| Director | Greg Wessels |
| Staff | Michelle Riggs |
| Staff | Carrie Audet |
| Staff | Cinthia Calderon-Cruz |
| Staff | Ellen Benefiel |
| Staff | Brent Hunter |
Board of Directors Candidate Application Form
The Crafton Hills College welcomes your application to serve on the Board of Directors. Foundation Directors are required to attend quarterly board meetings, serve on a committee, participate in events, and contribute to the sustainability of the Foundation. Please fill out and submit the application form below if interested or contact the Foundation office at 909-389-3245.
