Colleen Morey 

Colleen is a career educator who for 35-plus years specialized in serving special needs populations as both teacher and administrator through program development and implementation.  Her first journey to Hogares Luz y Vida in Colombia in 1997 planted the seeds of mission and outreach within her heart, through which The Light and Light Foundation was founded in 2009.  Inspired by her faith, Colleen has led countless mission trips to Hogares Luz y Vida, engaging over 400 participants during the past 29 years.  She divides her time between Sarasota, FL, and Kenmare, Ireland. 

Sandra Meyers

Sandy worked for the State of Wisconsin Health Care System, specializing in Centers for Medicare. She was licensed to participate in surveys which ensured healthcare facilities compliance. Sandy enjoys volunteering at farms and garden events. She first traveled to Colombia in February 2023 with Colleen Morey and fellow volunteers. She fell in love with the children and the program at the orphanage farm, which resulted in a month-long return trip to Hogares Luz y Vida farm. As a Certified Master Gardener, she taught the residents at the farm how to dig garden beds, plant seeds, tend gardens and utilize fertile land organically to grow and provide nutrient rich food for the orphanage.

Nathan Everson

Born and raised in Williston, ND, Nathan grew up attending a small rural school with a class size of only eight students. His personal journey began with a Bachelor of Science in Commercial Aviation and a Minor in Business. In 2012, Nathan immersed himself in real estate, revitalizing his family's portfolio with remarkable success.  He founded what would become Blacktail Companies in 2020, uniting with strategic partners to pursue ambitious real estate opportunities. Raised with strong Christian principles, Nathan and his wife prioritize instilling gratitude, respect, and kindness in their three children, and their dedication to family values remains a cornerstone as they navigate life's challenges with grace and determination. His personal passions include family time, supporting his son in motocross races, and exploring the great outdoors through camping and adventure motorcycle riding.

Douglas Fainelli

Doug has been a public and private school educator for 44 years in a range of roles that include teacher, headmaster, principal and assistant superintendent of schools.   He is the father of 3 children, grandfather to 7, and lives in Sarasota, FL. 

Celinda Freeman

Cindy was originally from upstate New York and spent 20 years in Florida. After a career as a tax accountant, she retired to Kenmare, Ireland in 2015, where she met Colleen Morey and first learned of the Light and Life Foundation. Knitting lap blankets and annual fundraising for the orphanage has become a mission for Cindy and she hopes to visit there in the near future. Her daughter and family live in Virgina and her son is in Washington.