Heather Parsons serves as Vice President of Philanthropy for the Hope through Housing Foundation, bringing more than 20 years of fundraising and nonprofit leadership experience to her role. Throughout her career, she has led successful fundraising operations, expanded scholarship programs, and built meaningful community partnerships that advance equity and opportunity. A lifelong Inland Empire resident, Heather’s passion for service began early through volunteer work supporting children and families. She has held leadership roles at the Chaffey College Foundation, the University of La Verne, and Cal Poly Pomona, and has served in key positions with local nonprofits and chambers of commerce. Heather holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in leadership and management from the University of La Verne. She lives in Chino with her husband, Mark, and daughter, Samantha. Inspired by her uncle’s experience with Oparc, Heather is deeply committed to inclusion and creating opportunities for all individuals to thrive.
