MEN IN PHILANTHROPY - PAGE 3 DESERT CHARITIES NEWS SPOTLIGHT JACK NEWBY Jack Newby is a skilled non-profit professional with over 30 years of experience in developing grant funded programming and services, organizational management, program development, and government a airs. Since retiring in July, 2024, Jack founded JackinPS Enterprises Nonprofit Consulting. This is an opportunity to make a di erence with smaller nonprofits working with them to develop strategic plans, fund development, and program development. His Mission is to help nonprofits thrive. This is accomplished by providing comprehensive nonprofit consulting services that are tailored to the unique needs of each client. At JackinPS, we take a collaborative approach to consulting. We work closely with our clients to understand their needs and develop solutions that are tailored to their unique challenges. Our approach is transparent, results-driven, and designed to help nonprofits succeed. Jack has the experience to help transform your work. He has been instrumental in developing programs serving seniors and older adults that have made a profound di erence in improving lives throughout the Coachella Valley. He established the Public Policy Department at Desert AIDS Project and served on the boards of national HIV/AIDS Advocacy organizations. Working in San Francisco, he led the HIV Health Services Planning Council for the counties of San Francisco, Marin, and San Mateo for four years coordinating services between the three counties. Jack served as Director of Development at Mizell Center for a total of ten years. He served as Executive Director of The Joslyn Center in Palm Desert for over seven years developing the Wellness Center and expanding programs to serve the needs of seniors and older adults. If you want to unlock your nonprofit’s potential, Jack Newby looks forward to working with YOU. Jack Newby JackinPS Enterprises LLC Nonprofit Consulting www.jackinps.net 442-371-2428 MICHAEL HINKLE Inland Empire Community FoundationCharitable Giving Officer for the Coachella Valley Making A Di erence As Charitable Giving Ocer for the Coachella Valley at the Inland Empire Community Foundation, I work at the intersection of philanthropy, community impact, & meaningful relationships. I partner closely with donors, businesses, & nonprofit organizations to turn philanthropic visions into lasting change. By listening deeply to donor goals & aligning them with critical community needs, I help make donor dreams come true through thoughtful, strategic giving. Whether supporting education, food security, housing, the arts, or economic opportunity, my work is rooted in collaboration & trust—ensuring generosity creates real, measurable impact & strengthens our community. STEVEN HENKE DAP Health Chief Marketing Officer Making A Di erence As a steward of our values of inclusivity and justice, I amplify the narratives of our clinicians, clients, and patients. This intentional selection of stories empowers us to champion equity, ensuring every member of the diverse communities we serve feels seen, heard, and valued. Our marketing campaigns serve as a visual manifestation of our commitment to break down barriers and foster a sense of belonging and understanding. We transcend the conventional boundaries of marketing, transforming it into a powerful tool for building bridges, nurturing connections, and championing a more equitable future for all. JEFF HOCKER Hocker Productions President / Executive Producer Making A Di erence Through his PR, Marketing and Hocker Productions, Je Hocker raises funds for a myriad of non-profit organizations: Culinary Institute of America, Les Dames d’Escoer, OneFuture CV, Martha’s Village & Kitchen, Palm Springs Friends of Philharmonic, Jewish Federation of the Desert, Greater Palm Springs Pride, and LGBTQ+ Community Center of the Desert. Je also has performed in over 40 theatre and concert productions and is currently a 2 nd Tenor in the Palm Springs Gay Men’s Chorus and raises funds for a “Chorus Like No Other,” whose mission focuses on community outreach and musical excellence. www.HockerProductions.com. JERRY KELLER Lulu California Bistro Managing Member Making A Di erence Lulu is proud to be deeply involved in our vibrant Coachella Valley community which has brought us so much love, happiness and success. Lulu’s main goals are to provide very sanitary, safe and enjoyable dining for our guests and safe employment for as many of our sta as possible. We’re also proud to support Musical Theatre University, DAP, PS Boys & Girls Club and many other vital charities. CHRIS KISER DAP Health Chief Philanthropy Officer Making A Di erence Philanthropy, for me, is deeply personal. I believe generosity transforms communities when it aligns with a donor’s passions — especially when rooted in their own life-changing experiences. My career has taught me that listening to donors is the key to their meaningful giving. At DAP Health, I’m inspired by a mission that honors the past while boldly shaping the future of care. With a strong foundation and an engaged donor base, my focus is on growing major gifts and endowments to ensure access, equity, and innovation in health care within each diverse community we serve. RICARDO LORETTA Carreon Foundation Executive Director Making A Di erence Dr. Carreon Foundation leadership has made a dierence in the lives of an increasing number of students. In the 9 years I have been Executive Director we have grown from 25 awardees receiving $80,000 in scholarships to nearly 100 awardees who received $300,000 in 2025. Furthermore, our umbrella widened to include all minority ethnicities in addition to Mexican American, and we now assist students seeking training in trade vocations. Partnerships with Rotary & OneFuture CV, plus support from individuals who share our education passion helps us grow, which augurs well for the future.
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