BOARD OF DIRECTORS

 James Armour, MSW, ACSW, is the founder and president of Inland Compassion, dedicated to combating homelessness, substance abuse, and poverty through evidence-based programs and community outreach. With extensive experience in social work, clinical therapy, grant writing, and program management, James leverages his expertise and passion for social justice to lead impactful initiatives that provide essential resources and support to underserved communities. 

Grant Ashley, an aspiring law student and community advocate, serves as the Vice President of Inland Compassion. In addition, Grant is the Coordinator for The Lamps of Light Project, where he leads efforts to promote addiction prevention and support services. He previously served as a Peer Specialist at the Tayba Foundation, a Law Office Assistant at the Law Office of Carrie Washington, a Logic Tutor at CSU Fullerton, and an Outreach Staff Member for Project Rebound. He graduated Summa Cum Laude with a B.A. in Philosophy from CSU Fullerton in 2024 and was honored as the department’s Commencement Speaker.

Paola Armour, MBA, is the Chief Financial Officer of Inland Compassion, where she oversees financial operations, contracts, and fiscal accountability. With a strong background in finance and business management, she has successfully navigated complex financial processes as a real estate investor and entrepreneur.

With over 15 years of experience as a social worker, she has worked extensively with homeless individuals, foster youth, teenagers, dual-diagnosis cases, substance use disorders, complex mental health cases, developmental disabilities, and pregnant women in treatment. She also has expertise in wraparound facilitation, crisis intervention, and the court system through her work as a wraparound facilitator and in conservatorship court. Additionally, she has served as an ABA supervisor and an independent contractor providing parent education classes. Currently, she is part of a forensic multidisciplinary child abuse team and provides trauma-informed psychoeducation to families.

Paola’s expertise in financial management, business operations, and social services directly supports Inland Compassion’s mission by ensuring fiscal responsibility and securing funding for community-focused initiatives.

 Lea Keliipuleole, a student at the University of California, Riverside, serves as the Secretary of Inland Compassion. She is known for her strong organizational skills and leadership in coordinating youth volunteers from various schools to fulfill their community service requirements for graduation. Her commitment to fostering youth engagement and maintaining efficient administrative processes makes her a vital part of Inland Compassion’s mission. 

Robert Sanchez serves as Inland Compassion’s Grant Writer and Marketing Specialist, where he plays a key role in securing funding through grant writing, coordinating donations, and assisting with the organization’s homeless outreach initiatives. His expertise in crafting compelling proposals and engaging donors, combined with his dedication to improving the lives of marginalized communities, makes him an essential part of Inland Compassion’s success. 

  Karen Rivera, a dedicated Member at Large, excels in supervising Inland Compassion’s community resource and volunteer events. With exceptional organizational and leadership skills, she ensures that each event runs smoothly, effectively mobilizing volunteers and maximizing the impact on the communities served. Her commitment to creating meaningful and well-coordinated events makes her an invaluable asset to Inland Compassion’s mission.