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The Team

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Doug Hayes

President

Doug is retired from the American Quarter Horse Association’s Journal where he served as Advertising Sales Manager. Married to Tadhi, Doug has three three children and six grandchildren. John Runezerwa’s story  spoke to Doug’s heart, and “when the creator of the universe calls, it’s not a good idea to say no,” noted Doug. An avid woodworker, Doug enjoys building unique furniture pieces.

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Tommy Jaramillo

Vice President

Vice President Tommy Jaramillo and his wife Karen of 40 years have one married son and two beautiful granddaughters. In addition to overseeing his real estate investments of multi and single-family homes, Tommy enjoys woodworking and traveling. Being a part of Evon’s Hope has been a blessing to Tommy to see the difference being made in the lives of children in Burundi.

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Perry Hunsaker

Executive Director

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Jeanie Hunsaker

Secretary

Executive Director Perry Hunsaker is a retired Global Methodist Pastor and now works with his son in ranching. He and his wife Jeanie, Evon’s Hope secretary, have been married 56 years. The couple has three children, three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.  They both enjoy bird watching, feeding cows, travelling and being  great-grandparents! Jeanie was a Human Resources manager involved in recruiting and retention. Both Jeanie and Perry have always answered God’s call and fought for those who cannot fight or fend for themselves. They are humbled God has allowed them to be a part of Evon’s Hope

Jackie Payne
Board Member

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Jackie Payne
Board Member

Jackie Payne assists with administrative services. Married for 38 years to Bruce, the couple has one daughter Jennifer and son-in-law Jake. Jackie worked for the American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA) 38 years before taking early retirement in 2015. During her time at AQHA she worked in Marketing, Membership, Event Planning and served as the Admin Asst to the EVP during the last 18 years of work. Volunteering now consumes her day in-day out activities, helping with Evon’s Hope and the Amarillo League of Women Voters.

Pastor Bill Ivins
Board Member

Bill Ivans,  a native West Texan, is the Senior Pastor of Saint Paul. Methodist Church in Amarillo, Texas.  

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Aloys Bishariza

Burundi Country Director

Aloys Bishariza serves as Evon’s Hope’s Country Director. In addition to his role as Country Director, Aloys is a researcher in practical theology and a documentary filmmaking adviser. When asked about his work with Evon’s Hope, Aloys noted, “To be Jesus on earth today by making disciples of Christ is what God has called me to do and is the very purpose of my life on earth.”

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Danny Bishop

Treasurer

Treasurer Danny Bishop is a partner in an Amarillo CPA firm and has been married for 40 years.  He has two adult children and two grandsons. Danny enjoys family time and playing softball every summer.   He supports Evon’s Hope efforts to provide children support with the hope of enabling them to provide a better a life for themselves and those around them.

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Stan Fogg

Board Member

A Self-Employed Insurance Farm and Ranch agent, Board Member Stan Fogg acknowledged it is God who compels him to support and help Evon’s Hope. Although he seems outgoing in all respect, Stan assures us he is an introvert. Happily married to his wife Lori for 40 years, he has three wonderful daughters and four grandsons.

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