Over $5 Million in Contributions

Founded in 1956

The Angel Society of Fallbrook was originally founded in 1956 as a chapter of the Children's Home Society, a statewide adoption agency. At that time, all proceeds from our thrift shop sales were donated to San Diego for distribution. It wasn’t until those early members realized that many of Fallbrook’s needs were not being met by any agency or support group that they voted in 1978 to become an independent organization with its primary goal to raise funds for the greater Fallbrook community. Within the next seven years, they contributed nearly $192,000 to Fallbrook charities and received widespread recognition for their fundraising efforts, including a letter of commendation from President Ronald Reagan. As of April 2024, the Angel Society has generated a total of $4,836,810 in support over the years of local charities and programs (Charitable Contributions) as well as enriched the community through a major contribution of $50,000 toward the reconstruction of the Fallbrook Library, sponsorship of Ingold Sports Field, the construction of a new Teen Center for the Boys and Girls Club, and other worthy projects..

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2024-2025 Angel Board of Directors

The Angel Society is governed by members of the Board of Directors who are responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Angel Shop. They are supported by more than 300 associate members who assist with staffing at the shop and other duties and/or provide financial contributions and donations of merchandise. Over the years, countless members of the community and local businesses have also provided support. The society’s annual meeting and luncheon for members is held in June. 

Executive Board

  • President Lorrie Valeron

  • 1st Vice President/Luncheon Chair Judy Igoe

  • 2nd Vice President/Philanthropy Pat Dales

  • 3rd Vice President/Membership Jennifer Anderson

  • Treasurer Heidi Chance

  • Recording Secretary Louise Small

  • Angel Shop Chair Lou Greeley

  • Building Maintenance Chair Gerri Ankerman

  • Parliamentarian Kelly Bednarski

Administration Staff

  • Auditor Gerri Ankerman

  • Luncheon Assistant Kelly Bednarski

  • Philanthropy Assistants Kelly Bednarski, Heidi Chance, Louise Small and Fran White

  • Treasurer Assistant Fran White

  • Angel Shop and Building Assistant Kathy Gausepohl

  • Community Representative Marilyn Wertz

  • Corresponding Secretary & Courtesy Jennifer Anderson & Louise Small

  • Donations Kelly Bednarski & Cheryle Clinite

  • Publicity Jennifer Anderson & Jeanna Kirby

  • Supplies Peggy Gausepohl & Marilyn Wertz

  • Directory Jennifer Anderson

  • Staffing Judy Igoe

Committees

  • Books, Games & Puzzles Cheryl Pizzo & Fiona Urquhart

  • Boutique Bonnie Amick, Chris Hawranik & Paula Kuhn

  • Crafts Suzie Vix

  • Holidays Donna Carter, Mah-Jhey Fish, Jeanna Kirby & Suzie Vix

  • Jewelry Lynn Allen & Tami Bartholomew

  • Linens & Fabric Jennifer Haider

  • Music Instruments & Music Media Diane Gravlin

  • Treasures & Displays Meline Giannini, Mona Castro, Michele Pollack, Heidi Chance & Shelley Kuri

  • New Board Members Gretchen Bonifield & Eva Kummerfeld