OUR BOARD OF
DIRECTORS
Our board members and advisors generously donate their time, talents, and resources to help The Bridge continue to serve our neighbors in PHX.
EXECUTIVE BOARD
SCOTT POLLARD
President
FERRAH MELTON | Vice President
Ferrah is an Arizona resident, devoted wife, and proud parent of four. She brings over a decade of experience in substance abuse and behavioral health, combining professional expertise with personal resilience. Having overcome the challenges of addiction and incarceration, Ferrah channels her journey into a powerful commitment to service and advocacy.
She currently serves as Administrator and Executive Team member at Resource Healthcare Inc., an organization dedicated to delivering high-quality behavioral health care for individuals navigating trauma and recovery. Ferrah’s work is informed by both cutting-edge research and deep empathy, ensuring that clients receive care that is both innovative and compassionate.
Ferrah currently serves as Vice President of the Board of Directors at The Bridge For Community Services, where she champions second chances and transformative healing. She also serves on the boards of several other community-based organizations, reflecting her deep investment in recovery, equity, and lasting change. Ferrah’s mission is to be a voice of hope for those facing adversity and a catalyst for meaningful impact within her community.
CAROLYN COCHRAN | Treasurer
Carolyn has been a proud member of the JPMorgan Chase family for over 45 years, serving in Human Resources with a focus on people-centered leadership and organizational integrity. In October 2010, she was invited by a colleague to volunteer with The Bridge For Community Services—and she never looked back.
For more than a decade, Carolyn has been a steadfast presence at the NW corner of 12th and Madison Avenue every Sunday morning, offering support and compassion to hundreds of individuals experiencing homelessness. Her commitment rarely wavered, with only a handful of absences until a health challenge in 2023.
Carolyn has served in multiple leadership roles at The Bridge, including Treasurer (current), President, Vice President, and Treasurer previously—each position earned through the trust and vote of her peers. Her financial acumen, organizational skills, and heart for service have helped sustain and grow the mission: “To provide a bridge of support and assistance through resources within the community.”
For Carolyn, service isn’t just something she does—it’s who she is. She finds joy in meeting people where they are and walking alongside them with dignity and care. After facing health challenges in 2023, her return to The Bridge is a testament to her resilience and deep gratitude for the opportunity to serve.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
TERRY "T" DONAHUE
Board Member
DUANE HEIDECKER
Board Member
CHUCK DE LA RIVA
Chuck has a passion for showing grace where it is not often shown and stewarding his gifts in a way that positively impacts those around him. He received his training to be a Family Nurse Practitioner from Grand Canyon University after six-years of experience as a registered nurse in the valley. Chuck has a wide array of experience working in different modalities of medicine ranging from primary care, vascular, pediatrics, telemetry, emergency room, observation, ortho-trauma, med-surg, and behavioral health spanning a decade of practice. He uses his experiences in hospital leadership to create quality metrics, workflows, and systems that ensure positive patient outcomes as a Medical Director for Estrella Family Care and Aesthetics. As a minister, Charles is the founder of Amadeo International Church with the global mission to advance the kingdom of God with the gospel of truth.
De La Riva is a devoted Christian, family-man, and athlete outside of work.
“I believe Christians are called to show grace where it is not often shown and serve the least of society… those that have the greatest needs and are the most vulnerable. I value the opportunity to be a part of an esteemed organization like The Bridge FCS and I am confident that our team is the best equipped to get the job done”. With a warm smile ear to ear, Chuck invites YOU to support the cause today.
James T. Harris
James T. Harris is the host of The Conservative Circus on KFYI in Phoenix, Arizona. His broadcasting career began in Milwaukee, Madison, and Tucson, where he built a reputation for thoughtful conversation, bold commentary, and a commitment to community engagement.
During his time in Tucson, James played a key role in rallying public support to help save the A-10 Warthog from military budget cuts—an effort that demonstrated his ability to mobilize people around important causes. Known for his strong ties to Arizona’s civic and political landscape, James regularly uses his platform to spotlight local issues and promote charitable efforts.
James believes in respectful dialogue and meaningful connection. Through radio, social media, and community events, he reaches thousands of Arizonans every day—sharing perspectives, building bridges, and encouraging active civic involvement.
A passionate supporter of grassroots movements and community service, James is proud to support organizations like The Bridge for Community Services in their mission to uplift and empower others.
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The Bridge is always accepting new and gently used, laundered clothing for the homeless - jeans, shirts, shoes, socks, hats, gloves. We also need lip balm, travel-sized toiletries, hand sanitizer, sunglasses, sunscreen, reading glasses, shade hats, light weight blankets and gloves/jackets in winter.
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Consider mobilizing your team to serve with us. As our crowds grow, we are needing more people to serve. We could always also use help in preparing the meals on Saturday afternoons.
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