About Prestons Friends
Who we are
We're a Volunteer Led Charity Built on Compassion
Prestons Friends is a 501(c)(3) organization that serves neighbors experiencing homelessness, veterans and their families, and individuals with disabilities across the Phoenix metro. We partner with trusted community organizations to meet practical needs, strengthen stability, and encourage connection, opportunity, and growth.
We're here to serve with dignity, compassion, and respect, as if we are serving Christ Himself.
Preston’s Friends at a glance
Local Help, Built on Relationships.
We’re a volunteer-led 501(c)(3) supporting neighbors across the East Valley through trusted community partnerships.
Meet the Board of Directors
Prestons Friends is guided by a volunteer led board committed to faithful stewardship, clear accountability, and compassionate service.
Chris Hite
Founder President
Chris is a U.S. Army veteran and University of Hawaii trained electrical engineer who spent 26 years at Motorola as a project leader and program manager. For decades, he has built inclusive athletics programs across Arizona, launching baseball and golf initiatives that create opportunities for athletes of all abilities. Chris also leads within Christ Greenfield Lutheran Church and serves on the board of La Mesa Ministries.
Mike Anderson
Treasurer
Mike is a longtime business owner who moved to Arizona in 2006 with his wife, Terri, to be closer to family and continue helping others. For more than four decades, he has supported individuals and families in the disability community through faith-centered outreach and hands-on service. Mike brings steady leadership, practical experience, and a servant-first mindset to Prestons Friends.
Gary Jantzen
Secretary
Gary is a faith-led servant who uses his God-given abilities to help others. Originally from New York, he moved to Arizona after graduating from Arizona State University and has been married to his wife, Cathy, for 45 years. Gary supports inclusive athletics and volunteers three days each week at United Food Bank, helping young men build confidence, responsibility, and practical work skills while serving fellow Arizonans.
Contact us
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Grateful for Your Support
Backed by Community
Every logo here represents people who chose to invest in service. Their generosity helps Prestons Friends strengthen outreach, support local initiatives, and serve with dignity across Arizona.
