Fairbanks Rescue Mission


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OUR PROGRAMS	MEET OUR TEAM: Mission Employees BOARD OF DIRECTORS HONORARY BOARD MEMBERS MISSION EMPLOYEES— Rodney Gaskins, Executive Director: Twenty years in military leadership. Bronze Star recipient and disabled veteran. A state champion boxer, he loves to fight for a cause. Austin Brown, Operations Manager: On staff over seven years, his dedication is phenomenal! No matter what the question, "Ask Austin" is the answer most often overheard. `Jeff Wilt, Men's Shelter Coordinator: A local pastor, Jeff loves being at the Mission. He brings 20 years experience with the military and is a Navy veteran. Jeff says he loves a "Godly Challenge".` `Peggy Hirt, Volunteer Coordinator / Office Manager: Peggy brings 25 years of office and Community Education experience from the FNSB School District. Working on the new employment and education programs is her challenge. People are her passion and working with Mission folks and community volunteers is her reward.` `Rev. David Phillips, Men's Chaplain: Says that he's just an ordinary man, but we know better. He brings 20 years experience with the military and is retired Air Force. He thoroughly enjoys being married to his lovely wife, the Rev. Helen Phillips, for 47 glorious years. He loves being at the Mission and also working with prison and children's ministries.` Women's Shelter Coordinator: Now Hiring. See our job opportunities page. Glenda Lee, Women's Chaplain: When the need for a new Women’s Chaplain appeared, we didn’t have to look far. Glenda started doing chapel services here at the Mission over a year ago. Her face would light up as she walks through the door to, “break the bread of life withthe women.” She is very dependable and has a heart to not only serve God, but His people as well. Kitchen Manager: Now Hiring. See our job opportunities page. 2008 BOARD OF DIRECTORS— Don Harpole, President: Don is a longtime employee of the Alaska Railroad and member of Door of Hope church. He is excited to be in this new leadership role. Heather Rauenhorst, Vice President: An educational research analyst for the school district and has an MBA. She attends St. Raphael Catholic Church. Timbo Erickson, Treasurer: Timbo is the manager of the Fairbanks Walmart, a company where he started stocking toilet paper and worked his way up. We are privileged to have such a sharp Treasurer. Cliff Batye, Secretary: Cliff serves as Pastor for Outreach Ministries at Intercultural Assembly of God Church. Jo McBride: Jo has more grandchildren than we can count. She’s joined us from Delta Junction, and has single-handedly doubled the board’s musical talent force. Jason Opp: Jason is a successful entrepreneur whose diverse experiences in training across the state have helped prepare him for a special role at the Mission. Caleb Pomeroy: Caleb brings to the Mission a lifetime of experience with policy boards across the state. He embodies the ideals of servant-leadership. Dr. Jacob Joseph: Jacob is a professor at UAF in the school of Management. His PhD and wide experience in management are a huge asset to our organization. HONORARY BOARD MEMBERS— Ralph Pike: Co-founder and the first Executive Director of the Mission. Don May: Founding Board member, Fairbanks business owner for over 50 years Dennis Wise: Our beloved benefactor, provided our beautiful 41,000 sq. ft. facility. Bob Franz: Bob was one of the first Board members over 32 years ago. He is now retired with his wife, and is always willing to lend a hand wherever it is needed.
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Fairbanks Rescue Mission is located at 723 27th Avenue, Fairbanks, AK 99707. Phone: (907) 452-5343

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