Stories from Caring Supporters

Inspiring Hope Through Philanthropy

At Adventist Health White Memorial Charitable Foundation, we are grateful to have generous donors who give time, money and passion to support hope and healing in our community.  Here are some of their remarkable stories.

Ruben Rosales

Defying a Lupus Death Sentence

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In 1991, at 31 years old, Ruben Rosales received a life-altering lupus diagnosis. Doctors delivered a chilling prognosis: “You have 10 years to live.”

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Ruben Maciel

Child's diagnosis spurs service to Adventist Health White Memorial

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Ruben Maciel is President of The SL Group and new Adventist Health White Memorial Charitable Foundation (AHWMCF) Board of Directors Board Chair. Ruben joined the Board of Directors in 2016 and has served the East LA and Boyle Heights communities with tremendous passion, empathy and leadership. He believes that no…

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Lauren Trenkle, Board Member

Keeping Our Community Safe

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“A little ripple sometimes causes a big wave,” Trenkle said, reflecting on the past three years of leading Total Testing Solutions (TTS) and seeing its positive impact on the community. “You just didn’t even realize it was about to happen.”

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Frank Robinson, Board Member

A Life of Significance — Making a Difference in the Lives of Others

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As a young man, Frank Robinson dreamed of a lofty career in private bank wealth management and investment services. He envisioned working with millionaires, cutting checks and cashing his hefty bonuses. However, a powerful conversation with his father, Frank Robinson Sr., early in his banking career altered Robinson’s life and…

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