Educator, Entrepreneur, Philanthropist and Animal Rights Activist

Philanthropy

Image Reborn


Image Reborn‘s mission is to provide no-cost healing retreats to women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. The focus is on encouraging women to reclaim their sense of personal power and to strengthen them in their journey toward healing on all levels and living fully. (Chairman Advisory Board)
 
 
 
 

Imagine America Foundation


The Imagine America Foundation provides awards, scholarships, sponsorship and development, research support, and promotion of the benefits of career colleges to the general public. (Former Trustee and Board Advisor)
 
 
 
 

Paws In The City


Paws In The City is an all-volunteer nonprofit committed to ending the abuse, neglect and overpopulation of Dallas area dogs and cats. Our goal is that every adoptable dog and cat get a loving home. (Member of Board of Advisors)
 
 
 
 

American Dog Rescue


American Dog Rescue is committed to finding a home for every adoptable dog in the U.S. by placing healthy dogs in permanent homes that are the right fit for the animal and its family. (Founder)
 
 
 
 

Salt Lake County Animal Services


Salt Lake County Animal Services is a government agency that provides consistent, reliable, and professional solutions for animal related problems, which encourage responsible attitudes and allow people and animals to co-exist in a safer environment. (Advisor to Board of F.A.C.E.S., the 501(c)3 support organization)
 
 
 
 

The Pasadena Symphony Association


The mission of The Pasadena Symphony Association is to provide orchestral performances of the highest quality and to benefit the community through its music, outreach, and education programs. (Member of Board of Advisors)
 
 
 
 

No More Homeless Pets


No More Homeless Pets‘ mission is to end the euthanasia of homeless dogs and cats statewide and to promote humane alternatives for feral cats. (Board Member)
 
 
 
 
 
 

Best Friends Animal Society


Best Friends Animal Society is guided by a simple philosophy: kindness to animals builds a better world for all of us. (Contributor)
 
 
 
 
 
 

The Gail Benjamin Fellowship


The Gail Benjamin Fellowship was established in honor of the late Gail Benjamin, a strong and tireless advocate in the field of career education.
(Contributor)
 
 
 
 
 
 

The Utah Animal Adoption Center


The Utah Animal Adoption Center is the only Utah animal rescue organization that rescues from local and regional traditional government and private shelters.  (Contributor & Advisor)
 
 
 
 
 
 

The Living Planet Aquarium


The Living Planet Aquarium is dedicated to celebrating life on Earth by fostering a greater awareness and knowledge of Earth´s diverse ecosystems and creating a deeper understanding of our place in the global system of life.  (Contributor)
 
 
 
 

The Gail Benjamin Scholarship at Everest College


The Gail Benjamin Scholarship at Everest College (Salt Lake City, Utah). This annual award is given to students that show a specific hardship and are willing to overcome adversity to accomplish their dreams and pursue a rewarding career for themselves and their family.
 
 
 
 

The American Heart Association


The American Heart Association‘s mission is to build healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. That single purpose drives all we do. The need for our work is beyond question. (Former Board Member/Contributor)
 
 
 
 

The American Heart Association


The mission of the American Lung Association is to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease. (Former Board Member/Contributor)