FARE was created by five U.S.-based professionals with long standing ties to Africa as a vehicle to provide charitable support for development initiatives in Africa while avoiding extensive overhead costs. The Board reviews and approves major initiatives, facilitates fundraising and produces external communications.

Gary A. Walker, President 
African affairs specialist with 35 years experience in over 40 African countries.

Felipe Tejeda, Secretary
Economic and HR development, mining and HIV/AIDS specialist with over 35 years experience in more than 20 African countries.

Andrew C. Gilboy, Treasurer
Training and HR development specialist with over 35 years experience in more than 30 African countries.

Larraine Denakpo, Board Member
Sr. development specialist with more than 25 years of experience in Africa.

Valerie P. Mann, Board Member
Sr. health care specialist with 25+ years HIV/AIDS expertise in the US and Africa.

Kwame Fitzjohn, Board Member
African journalist and teacher with a longstanding commitment to education.