Our Team

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Bonnie Cole serves as the Executive Director of Foothill Family Shelter, bringing over 13 years of experience with our team. Bonnie also maintains the financial records of the agency and provides oversight of the apartments, including building maintenance and improvements. She supports our mission by ensuring our families have a safe and supportive environment as they work to improve their lives.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

Deanna Alsdorf leads community development at Foothill Family Shelter with a heart for people and a drive to make a difference. She fosters meaningful relationships, builds partnerships, and creates opportunities for the community to engage with and support the shelter’s mission. With a passion for connecting people to purpose, Deanna believes in the power of compassion and collaboration to create lasting change for families experiencing homelessness.

CASE MANAGER

Crystal Hardy serves as a Case Manager here at Foothill Family Shelter. She works closely with individuals in our programs to create and maintain healthy and efficient lifestyle skills. Crystal's education in behavioral psychology has greatly influenced her approach to help those in need, encouraging self-advocacy and a goal-oriented mentality. Working with those in need has been a continual passion for Crystal, and she is grateful for each day she is able to do so.

COMMUNITY SERVICES ASSISTANT

Miranda Hernandez serves as the Community Services Assistant at Foothill Family Shelter, where she plays a vital role in connecting disadvantaged community members to essential resources and services. Her dedication to giving back and serving the community drives her every day, and she is grateful for the opportunity to be part of an organization that makes a difference in the lives of those experiencing homelessness

COMMUNITY SERVICES MANAGER

Raquel Sanchez started as an intern in 2014 and continued to support the shelter as a volunteer for a couple of years before becoming an official staff member in June 2020. Raquel now serves as the Community Services Manager while still overseeing all the volunteers. She has a passion for helping people and enjoys connecting people in ways they can help their community and make a difference.

PROGRAM SERVICES MANAGER

Rita Vargas is a driven nonprofit professional with a strong passion for helping individuals and families achieve stability and self-sufficiency. Her journey at Foothill Family Shelter began as a volunteer and, through hard work and dedication, quickly advanced—becoming an intern, then a staff member, and ultimately earning a leadership role. She currently serves as the Program Services Manager, overseeing our program that provides housing, financial guidance, and comprehensive support to those in need. With a heart for service and a solid background in case management, Rita is committed to making a lasting impact on the lives of those striving for a better future.

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Dwight is our Maintenance Technician and does a great job maintaining our shelter apartments. He has worked at Foothill Family Shelter for over 9 years. He retired from the Dept of Defense in 2005, where he worked on Facilities Maintenance at March Airbase. He is experienced with plumbing, electrical, heating systems and roofs. We depend on his knowledge to keep our shelter families safe.

PRESIDENT

The Good Shepherd Academy

VICE PRESIDENT

St. Mark's Episcopal Church/Chaffey Community College District

TREASURER

TransUnion

SECRETARY

Southern California Permanente Medical Group

BOARD MEMBER

Keller Williams Empire Estates

BOARD MEMBER

Goldmax Industries Inc.

TREASURER

Bank of America

BOARD MEMBER

Kaiser Permanente

BOARD MEMBER

Tri-Star Home Loans