Meet the Directors of our Board
Susie Manns-Bates
Chairman of the Board,
Program Director & Treasurer
Background: Professional entrepreneur since 1988, published author, and corporate credit manager for 25 years serving clients like Legacy Emmanuel Hospital, Pepsi, Pacific Rim Import Corp, Food Services of America, and McKinley Irvin, opened her own business (collection agency and back office services for attorneys) in 2015. Since 1995, Susie has volunteered with the homeless, prison re-entry, veteran and addicted populations.
Toney Bates
Co-Chairman of the Board & Spiritual Director
Background: Over 17 years of pastoral service, earned a degree in business from the University of Iowa, former NFL football player. Toney has been volunteering with people struggling with homelessness and addiction, and serving veterans and men re-entering society after incarceration since 2008.
Don & Cathy Davis
Vice President of the Board
Backgrounds: Don is a former Lieutenant in the King County Police department for 30 years, and currently a pastor at Firestorm Ministries.
Cathy was a Director of HR Data Infrastructure & Governance, and is currently a pastor of Firestorm Ministries.
Theresa Holmes
Secretary of the Board
Background: Mental Health Therapist, Older Adult Services & Vocational Counselor Team Lead, FCS Services E.N.R.I.C.H
Cari Franklin
Board Member
Background: Managing Broker at Keller Williams Real Estate Puget Sound. Cari has served on other non-profit boards for many years.
Manny Maldanodo
Board Member
Background: Branch Manager at Umpqua Bank. Manny has served on other non-profit boards for many years.