 Albert Fisher
Al has been the Owner and Partner of Valpak of Southern Virginia since 1983. Al also enjoys his participation as a partner in a venture called Nicaragua Endeavors in San Juan del Sur Niza, Nicaragua.
Through the generosity of Al and Valpak, Orphan Helpers receives free advertising space on a regular basis, generating a lot of local interest for volunteer opportunities, financial donations, donated goods and mission trips.
Al has one daughter. They attend All Saints Episcopal Church.
Albert Fisher
Al has been the Owner and Partner of Valpak of Southern Virginia since 1983. Al also enjoys his participation as a partner in a venture called Nicaragua Endeavors in San Juan del Sur Niza, Nicaragua.
Through the generosity of Al and Valpak, Orphan Helpers receives free advertising space on a regular basis, generating a lot of local interest for volunteer opportunities, financial donations, donated goods and mission trips.
Al has one daughter. They attend All Saints Episcopal Church.
 David Dunlevy
Dave lives in Barnesville, Maryland with his wife of over 30 years, Angie. They have two children and one grandson. In 2008, Dave and Angie embarked on a ministry journey together that has transformed their lives. One short-term mission trip to Honduras has had an impact on themselves and others that continues to grow exponentially. Dave & Angie regularly lead teams of 10-40 people on mission trips and have established a wide range of valued contacts both in Central and North America. These contacts allow them to make mutually beneficial partnerships between churches, non-profits, governments, and private businesses with similar interests.
Dave's marketplace experience has helped to equip him for his new ministry passion. Dave is the president and founder of D & A Dunlevy Landscapers, a company that began in 1982. Under his leadership the company has grown from a small enterprise into one of the Washington DC areas premier Design/Build firms.
Dave has made 'serving God and others' the foundational and guiding principle of his life.
David Dunlevy
Dave lives in Barnesville, Maryland with his wife of over 30 years, Angie. They have two children and one grandson. In 2008, Dave and Angie embarked on a ministry journey together that has transformed their lives. One short-term mission trip to Honduras has had an impact on themselves and others that continues to grow exponentially. Dave & Angie regularly lead teams of 10-40 people on mission trips and have established a wide range of valued contacts both in Central and North America. These contacts allow them to make mutually beneficial partnerships between churches, non-profits, governments, and private businesses with similar interests.
Dave's marketplace experience has helped to equip him for his new ministry passion. Dave is the president and founder of D & A Dunlevy Landscapers, a company that began in 1982. Under his leadership the company has grown from a small enterprise into one of the Washington DC areas premier Design/Build firms.
Dave has made 'serving God and others' the foundational and guiding principle of his life.
 Shelly Fitzgerald
Shelly Fitzgerald resides in Virginia. She is married and is the proud mother of three beautiful children, a daughter and twin boys who are all in college. Shelly and her husband, Bob, are the owners of Bosh Global Services, a small government contracting business which specializes in unmanned systems. Shelly is deeply involved in community affairs locally and globally and provides assistance through board membership, support, and participation in organizational activities. Her vision for service revolves around the scripture James 1:27, which says “Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world.” Missions, orphans and women in particular, are a passion of hers and she has had the honor of serving on several mission outreaches at home and abroad. Shelly has a committed interest in women groups and leads a local Widows/Seasoned ladies group. In her pastime, she enjoys traveling, reading, nature hikes, camping, anthropology and good Indian food.
Shelly Fitzgerald
Shelly Fitzgerald resides in Virginia. She is married and is the proud mother of three beautiful children, a daughter and twin boys who are all in college. Shelly and her husband, Bob, are the owners of Bosh Global Services, a small government contracting business which specializes in unmanned systems. Shelly is deeply involved in community affairs locally and globally and provides assistance through board membership, support, and participation in organizational activities. Her vision for service revolves around the scripture James 1:27, which says “Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world.” Missions, orphans and women in particular, are a passion of hers and she has had the honor of serving on several mission outreaches at home and abroad. Shelly has a committed interest in women groups and leads a local Widows/Seasoned ladies group. In her pastime, she enjoys traveling, reading, nature hikes, camping, anthropology and good Indian food.
 Greg & Libby Garrett - CoFounder
Greg and Libby Garrett founded Orphan Helpers in 2000. Greg has spent countless hours raising money for Orphan Helpers and has traveled to Central America nearly 35 times.
In 2005, Greg was selected as a winner of the Good Neighbor Award presented by the National Association of Realtors for his work and devotion to Orphan Helpers. Libby earned a BS in Education and Reading Certification from East Carolina University. She has taught in the public school system as well as three local private schools for over 18 years. Libby has served on the Hampton Christian School Board and local civic organizations like the Junior League of Hampton Roads.
Greg and Libby have been married for 30 years and have four children. They are members of Liberty Baptist Church and reside in Yorktown, VA.
Greg & Libby Garrett - CoFounder
Greg and Libby Garrett founded Orphan Helpers in 2000. Greg has spent countless hours raising money for Orphan Helpers and has traveled to Central America nearly 35 times.
In 2005, Greg was selected as a winner of the Good Neighbor Award presented by the National Association of Realtors for his work and devotion to Orphan Helpers. Libby earned a BS in Education and Reading Certification from East Carolina University. She has taught in the public school system as well as three local private schools for over 18 years. Libby has served on the Hampton Christian School Board and local civic organizations like the Junior League of Hampton Roads.
Greg and Libby have been married for 30 years and have four children. They are members of Liberty Baptist Church and reside in Yorktown, VA.
 José Gonzalez
José is president of Semilla, an organization dedicated to the transformation of the Latin culture by the Word of God. He has taught at Regent University and has served on several boards, including StoneBridge School, Growth Dynamics International, and The Providence Foundation. Together he and Diana present marriage seminars in both Spanish and English.
José and Diana Gonzalez reside in North Suffolk, VA. They are the proud parents of four adult children and doting grandparents to eight grandchildren (and counting!). They attend James River Community Church in Suffolk, where Jose serves as an elder and Diana teaches Sunday School.
José Gonzalez
José is president of Semilla, an organization dedicated to the transformation of the Latin culture by the Word of God. He has taught at Regent University and has served on several boards, including StoneBridge School, Growth Dynamics International, and The Providence Foundation. Together he and Diana present marriage seminars in both Spanish and English.
José and Diana Gonzalez reside in North Suffolk, VA. They are the proud parents of four adult children and doting grandparents to eight grandchildren (and counting!). They attend James River Community Church in Suffolk, where Jose serves as an elder and Diana teaches Sunday School.
 Steven & Ginny Hawks (Ginny - Treasurer)
Steve and Ginny have been married for 15 years and have four children and seven grandchildren. Their home is in Newport News, VA with their two dogs. During the week, they reside in Norfolk where they both work. Both Steve and Ginny have served as foster parents.
Steve is Director of Human Services for the City of Norfolk. He has been involved in the Human Services/Social Services environment for 35+ years. Steve has served as interim youth minister and on various church committees. Currently he serves as a Deacon and is on the Nominating committee for First Baptist Church Newport News.
Ginny is Chief Financial Officer, Senior Vice President and partner with S.L. Nusbaum Realty Company. She also serves on the Up Center formally Child & Family Services of Tidewater Board of Directors and on their Development committee. She served as Treasurer of the Harbor Club in Norfolk, Virginia and was Treasurer of the Hampton Roads Franklin Graham Crusade. Ginny serves as Chairman of the personnel committee and the Development planning committee for First Baptist Church Newport News and was also ordained as a Deacon there in 2009.
Steven & Ginny Hawks (Ginny - Treasurer)
Steve and Ginny have been married for 15 years and have four children and seven grandchildren. Their home is in Newport News, VA with their two dogs. During the week, they reside in Norfolk where they both work. Both Steve and Ginny have served as foster parents.
Steve is Director of Human Services for the City of Norfolk. He has been involved in the Human Services/Social Services environment for 35+ years. Steve has served as interim youth minister and on various church committees. Currently he serves as a Deacon and is on the Nominating committee for First Baptist Church Newport News.
Ginny is Chief Financial Officer, Senior Vice President and partner with S.L. Nusbaum Realty Company. She also serves on the Up Center formally Child & Family Services of Tidewater Board of Directors and on their Development committee. She served as Treasurer of the Harbor Club in Norfolk, Virginia and was Treasurer of the Hampton Roads Franklin Graham Crusade. Ginny serves as Chairman of the personnel committee and the Development planning committee for First Baptist Church Newport News and was also ordained as a Deacon there in 2009.
 Tom Manthei
Tom has been President of Manthei Incorporated since 1979. From humble beginnings in the early 1940’s, Manthei, Inc. has become one of the leaders in the veneer industry. Today, with over 175 employees, Manthei, Inc. is owned and operated by the second and third generations of the Manthei family.
Tom and Teri are active members of Stutsmansville Chapel in Harbor Springs, Michigan. Through the efforts of Tom, Teri and their family, their church lovingly “adopted” the four centers in San Pedro Sula, Honduras. For two years, this church has supported these orphanages and juvenile detention centers financially, emotionally, and spiritually by funding the monthly operating budgets and sending mission teams to work with the children and assist the staff members. Tom and Teri reside in the town of Petoskey, Michigan.
Tom Manthei
Tom has been President of Manthei Incorporated since 1979. From humble beginnings in the early 1940’s, Manthei, Inc. has become one of the leaders in the veneer industry. Today, with over 175 employees, Manthei, Inc. is owned and operated by the second and third generations of the Manthei family.
Tom and Teri are active members of Stutsmansville Chapel in Harbor Springs, Michigan. Through the efforts of Tom, Teri and their family, their church lovingly “adopted” the four centers in San Pedro Sula, Honduras. For two years, this church has supported these orphanages and juvenile detention centers financially, emotionally, and spiritually by funding the monthly operating budgets and sending mission teams to work with the children and assist the staff members. Tom and Teri reside in the town of Petoskey, Michigan.
 Greg McDonald
Greg McDonald is a principle partner in ArchPoint Sales Great Lakes, co-founder of CultureMD, and past partner and Executive Vice President in Acosta Sales and Marketing, a $40 billion dollar sales and marketing organization. He was an instrumental force in Acosta's transformation into the leading full-service North American sales and marketing agency. His leadership skills in the areas of sales, operations, and culture, have marked his career. An entrepreneur at heart, Greg's passion has acted as the catalyst that has fueled his success. He has served on numerous Advisory Boards and Committees including The Clorox Company, McNeil, Nestle, Grand Rapids Theological Seminary, Pregnancy Resource Center of West Michigan, Ada Christian School Board, Young Life Central America and Young Life Northern Michigan.
Greg has traveled to El Salvador and Honduras with Orphan Helpers in 2010. One of Greg’s favorite quotes is “Would you rather have the pain of regret or the pain of change"?
Greg and his wife Lynn of 33 years reside in Harbor Springs, Michigan and have two sons, one daughter and one grandson.
Greg McDonald
Greg McDonald is a principle partner in ArchPoint Sales Great Lakes, co-founder of CultureMD, and past partner and Executive Vice President in Acosta Sales and Marketing, a $40 billion dollar sales and marketing organization. He was an instrumental force in Acosta's transformation into the leading full-service North American sales and marketing agency. His leadership skills in the areas of sales, operations, and culture, have marked his career. An entrepreneur at heart, Greg's passion has acted as the catalyst that has fueled his success. He has served on numerous Advisory Boards and Committees including The Clorox Company, McNeil, Nestle, Grand Rapids Theological Seminary, Pregnancy Resource Center of West Michigan, Ada Christian School Board, Young Life Central America and Young Life Northern Michigan.
Greg has traveled to El Salvador and Honduras with Orphan Helpers in 2010. One of Greg’s favorite quotes is “Would you rather have the pain of regret or the pain of change"?
Greg and his wife Lynn of 33 years reside in Harbor Springs, Michigan and have two sons, one daughter and one grandson.
 David Phillips, Jr. - Board Chairman
David retired from the Air National Guard of the United States and the Virginia Air National Guard, in the grade of Brigadier General. After retiring with 31 years of service, he and his wife, Dr. Terilyn Goins, founded G&P Enterprise, a company providing motivational and inspirational contemporary music, communication and business management consulting. David also currently serves as Board President for The International Community Foundation. David and Terilyn have been associated with Orphan Helpers for the past eight years.
David and Terilyn have been married for 21 years and reside in Yorktown, VA. They have four children – Janet, Tre’, Taylor, and Loghan.
David Phillips, Jr. - Board Chairman
David retired from the Air National Guard of the United States and the Virginia Air National Guard, in the grade of Brigadier General. After retiring with 31 years of service, he and his wife, Dr. Terilyn Goins, founded G&P Enterprise, a company providing motivational and inspirational contemporary music, communication and business management consulting. David also currently serves as Board President for The International Community Foundation. David and Terilyn have been associated with Orphan Helpers for the past eight years.
David and Terilyn have been married for 21 years and reside in Yorktown, VA. They have four children – Janet, Tre’, Taylor, and Loghan.
 Michael Torrech
Michael Torrech has been an advocate and regular participant in Orphan Helpers (OH) since early 2000 when founder Greg Garrett first presented his vision in an Entrepreneurial Organization Forum meeting. He has taken several trips to Central America along with the Staff, fellow members of First Baptist Church of Norfolk and the Torrech family including his father Ralph Torrech III who served on the OH Board for many years. Michael, Ralph and families have the privilege of sponsoring an Halfway House for girls known as the Hope House or Casa De Torrech. Many young women from detention centers in San Pedro Sula and Tegucigalpa have had the opportunity to develop spiritually and personally under the leadship of OH staff while at the House.
Mr. Torrech currently resides in Chesapeake, VA with his wife Diane who is also dedicated to the OH cause. He has two daughters Jennifer, 24, and Alyssa, 22.
Mr. Torrech serves on several Boards with charitable interest including the Great Bridge Rotary Club which participates in the Orphan Helper SPS Genesis Project. Mr. Torrech is the President and COO of American Maritime Holdings, a Ship Repair Firm in Norfolk, VA.
Michael Torrech
Michael Torrech has been an advocate and regular participant in Orphan Helpers (OH) since early 2000 when founder Greg Garrett first presented his vision in an Entrepreneurial Organization Forum meeting. He has taken several trips to Central America along with the Staff, fellow members of First Baptist Church of Norfolk and the Torrech family including his father Ralph Torrech III who served on the OH Board for many years. Michael, Ralph and families have the privilege of sponsoring an Halfway House for girls known as the Hope House or Casa De Torrech. Many young women from detention centers in San Pedro Sula and Tegucigalpa have had the opportunity to develop spiritually and personally under the leadship of OH staff while at the House.
Mr. Torrech currently resides in Chesapeake, VA with his wife Diane who is also dedicated to the OH cause. He has two daughters Jennifer, 24, and Alyssa, 22.
Mr. Torrech serves on several Boards with charitable interest including the Great Bridge Rotary Club which participates in the Orphan Helper SPS Genesis Project. Mr. Torrech is the President and COO of American Maritime Holdings, a Ship Repair Firm in Norfolk, VA.
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