Cory has been volunteering with ACF since 2007. He has been a Ranch Hand, Youth Minister, General Contractor, and is currently a Home Inspector. He is also on the Board of Directors of Grove Christian Camp in Dorena and Boise Bible College in Idaho. He met his wife while at Boise Bible College in the early 90s. They have three boys who will all be in college in 2025.

Why ACF? Encouraging young people to pursue full-time ministry by helping them financially just makes sense. College costs a lot! We would like to see all ministry students graduate debt free so as not to be distracted by this financial burden so as to focus their energies on serving Jesus and others.

Kathy has been the administrative secretary for ACF since 2008. She worked in the records section of the Oregon State Police for 22 years. She is currently an office assistant for an accounting firm. Kathy also volunteers as an administrative leader for Bible Study Fellowship (BSF). Kathy has attended Liberty Christian Church in Salem Oregon for most of her life, serving there in a variety of capacities. Kathy enjoys hanging out with her kitties, reading, taking walks outdoors and spending time at the beach.

Why ACF: It’s an opportunity to use my administrative skills to support students with a desire to pursue full-time ministry. One of Kathy’s favorite verses is: Romans 8:28 And we know that in all things GOD works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose.

Nic Sonne has served on the Alexander Christian Foundation since 2017 and is currently the Golf Tournament Director. Nic grew up in Albany, Oregon where he graduated from West Albany High School. He then went on to earn a Bachelors degree from Oregon State University followed by an Associates degree from Chemeketa Community College. He currently works for Clean Water Services as an Engineering Technician.

In 2007, Nic gave his life to Christ and married the love of his life, Alicia. They currently reside in Newberg. In his free time, Nic enjoys hunting, fishing, and of course, golfing.

Why ACF? There are fewer and fewer students wanting to pursue careers in Christian Ministry each year, so it’s important to encourage and support all that we can, both prayerfully and financially.

“But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” ‭‭Matthew‬ ‭6‬:‭33‬ ‭

Ron has been sering in ministry for more than 50 years. In addition to his role as Pastor, Ron spent 19 years as a missionary to Mexico. His current role as Associate Minister with Stayton Christian Church, includes discipleship, visitation and occasional preaching. He has a Doctor of Ministry in Pastoral Theology from Logos Graduate School, Jacksonville, Florida.

Ron and his wife Marta have celebrated 50 years of marriage. They have three adult children and two grandchildren. Ron enjoys fishing and kayaking with Marta.

Ron has served on the ACF Board of Directors since 2013 and believes that Alexander Christian Foundation is a ministry to encourage and financially assist men and women. That, in turn, strengthens the local congregations for preparing God’s people for the work of ministry, at home and abroad. The ACF Scholarship Program is a means to that end.