Our Founders
Carlos & Cheryl Vargas
Leading the Hope of Life team through exemplary hard work, passion, and dedication, Carlos and Cheryl’s dream of changing the world drives Hope of Life’s mission of Saving Lives. Starting the ministry 37 years ago, their compassion has impacted hundreds of thousands of lives. From humble beginnings and an impoverished upbringing, to being named the 3rd Most Influential Guatemalan, Carlos, with Cheryl by his side, has never stopped striving to create a better Guatemala. The parents of 5 children and grandparents to 7, they love spending time with their family and look forward to seeing how the Lord will bless their future generations.
Executive Leadership Team
Board of Directors
Katie Arriaza
President / Member
Erica Vargas
Vice President
Mike Burr
Member
Lorne Olichny
Member
Jeff Williams
Member
Roger Suchite
Member
Jane Holt
Member
Carina Pinto
Member
For more information about our Leadership or Board of Directors, please email contactusa@hopeoflifeintl.org