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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Sue Hamm
Ph.D. in counseling psychology from the University of Denver, had a private practice specializing in working with children, adolescents, and their families. Educated at Catholic schools and the University of Wisconsin, she lives near Black Hawk, CO, and feels a "deep sense of responsibility to make the world a better place for all."
William Bradford
M.A., MBA, is a retired publisher from Denver, Colorado. He was President and CEO of the Bradford Publishing Company for 35 years. Brad is active in the Denver-Boulder LGBTQ+ community and has been a longtime supporter of organizations that provide support to those living with or affected by HIV. He is also a supporter of the Denver arts community.
Elaine Blinn
M.S.W., is a licensed clinical social worker and a psychotherapist in private practice. Elaine's commitment to fighting HIV and AIDS has led to volunteer service in India, Thailand, Kenya, and Sierra Leone, West Africa.
Bruce Berger
Board Treasurer is a Denver health care economist. He served 25 years as Deputy Director of the Colorado Department of Human Services. He & his wife, Ruth Ann Russell, have been generous supporters of the Center & leaders of Park Hill UMC.
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Ben Galloway
M.D., well-known Denver retired forensic pathologist, served twenty counties in Colorado, and serves on the Board of Belle Bonfils Foundation. Previously he was Associate Clinical Professor at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, Deputy Coroner of Denver, and served on the pathology staff of Denver General. Denver Health Foundation named him a 2012 Denver Health Star.
John Blinn
M.Div., is a retired pastor in the United Methodist Church and an Honorary Board member after serving with distinction on the Board for 19 years. A spiritual director and spiritual retreat leader with CompanionSpirit, he has produced three musical CDs. John's commitment to fighting HIV and AIDS has led to volunteer service in India, Thailand, Kenya, and Sierra Leone, West Africa.
William Graf
J.D., Golden, Colorado, has been a pro-bono, non-voting attorney for the Center since its inception in 2006. A partner at Brant, Stevens & Graf, LLC, Bill is engaged in AIDS work in Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda, and is an active member of the Rotary Club and the United Methodist Church of Evergreen.
INTERNATIONAL ADVISORY BOARD
Ashirafu Tuyishime
A graduate of Agahozo Shalom Youth Village in Rwanda, Tuyishime is a Nursing and Biology student at Abilene Christian University focused on public health and supporting vulnerable children
Shirley Struchen
Shirley is an honorary life member of the World Association for Christian Communication for service to the cause of ecumenical and interfaith communication. She served as Executive Director of the Religion Communicators Council from 2001 to 2021.
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Mintu Kumar Rai
From Kolkata, India, Mintu received his education and boarding at the Snehakunja Children's Home, and with the support of the Center and others, quickly became a top student.
Mintu is currently studying at Dordt University in Iowa.
Dr. Pauline Muchina
From Kenya, Dr. Muchina is based in Washington, D.C., and is on the staff of the United Methodist Board of Church and Society. She founded the African Women & Youth Initiative and the Future African Leaders Project.
Dr. Mary Elizabeth Moore
Dr. Moore is Professor Emerita of Theology and Education and Dean Emerita of the School of Theology, Boston University.
Jim Mitulski, MDiv, DD
Major Gifts Officer of the Center for LGBTQ & Gender Studies (Pacific School of Religion), Mitulski's international travel related to HIV includes time in Australia, South Africa, and Zimbabwe.
Rev. Dr. M. Kent Millard
A retired senior pastor of St. Luke’s United Methodist Church in Indianapolis, Indiana, Dr. Millard has also served as the President of United Theological Seminary in Dayton, Ohio
STAFF
Justin Levy
Executive Director
Jann Folsom
Administrative Associate
Pam Merrill
Financial Administrator
Bobbie Jo Morrell
Communications
Ryan Wieland
Development Associate
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