Meet Our Team
Founders
At the age of 12 and 13, Robbie and Brittany Bergquist heard the story of a soldier returning from Iraq with a near $8,000 phone bill. They couldn’t believe that a man serving his country was not able to call his family for free. They decided to do something about it.
With just $21 and some help from their parents, Cell Phones For Soldiers was born. Now over 20 years later, Cell Phones For Soldiers remains a family run non-profit organization with a commitment to serving those who serve our country.
Angie Kenworthy
Independant voting member since 2009
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Lt. Col. David Hencke (Retired)
Independent voting member since 2015
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Michael Preis
Independent voting member since 2015
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Mike Tinkham
Independent voting member since 2018
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Robbie Bergquist
Founder and Director
Rob Bergquist is Director & Co-Founder of Cell Phones for Soldiers. Founding with his sister Brittany at a…
Brittany Bergquist
Founder
As a small child, Brittany Bergquist was not your average kid. A child of two public educators, Bergquist’s ph…
Robert M. Bergquist
President and voting member since 2004
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Gail E. Bergquist
Director and voting member since 2004
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Donald G. Bennett
Independent voting member since 2009
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Dan Minton
IT Director
Manage and direct all IT activities in support of Cell Phones For Soldiers. Experience: Â 25+ years as an IT Pr…
Ryan Hellerstedt
Chief Operating Officer
Ryan is a retired 25 year Army veteran, father of six and grandfather of four.  Recognizing the needs of vete…
Courtney Bergquist
Veteran Mobile Program Director
As the eldest of the Bergquist children, Courtney has proudly witnessed her siblings and parents serve active-…
Team
Our passionate team at Cell Phones for Soldiers is dedicated to supporting military families. We work together to coordinate phone donations, manage programs, and connect with supporters to make a positive impact on the lives of veterans and active-duty service members.
Courtney Bergquist
Veteran Mobile Program Director
As the eldest of the Bergquist children, Courtney has proudly witnessed her siblings and parents serve active-…
Ryan Hellerstedt
Chief Operating Officer
Ryan is a retired 25 year Army veteran, father of six and grandfather of four.  Recognizing the needs of vete…
Dan Minton
IT Director
Manage and direct all IT activities in support of Cell Phones For Soldiers. Experience: Â 25+ years as an IT Pr…
Donald G. Bennett
Independent voting member since 2009
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Gail E. Bergquist
Director and voting member since 2004
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Robert M. Bergquist
President and voting member since 2004
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Brittany Bergquist
Founder
As a small child, Brittany Bergquist was not your average kid. A child of two public educators, Bergquist’s ph…
Robbie Bergquist
Founder and Director
Rob Bergquist is Director & Co-Founder of Cell Phones for Soldiers. Founding with his sister Brittany at a…
Mike Tinkham
Independent voting member since 2018
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Michael Preis
Independent voting member since 2015
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Lt. Col. David Hencke (Retired)
Independent voting member since 2015
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Angie Kenworthy
Independant voting member since 2009
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Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors is comprised of experienced professionals, passionate advocates, and military veterans who provide invaluable guidance and oversight to our organization. Their expertise helps us navigate challenges and seize opportunities to further our mission.

Courtney Bergquist
Veteran Mobile Program Director

Ryan Hellerstedt
Chief Operating Officer

Dan Minton
IT Director

Donald G. Bennett
Independent voting member since 2009

Gail E. Bergquist
Director and voting member since 2004

Robert M. Bergquist
President and voting member since 2004

Brittany Bergquist
Founder

Robbie Bergquist
Founder and Director

Mike Tinkham
Independent voting member since 2018

Michael Preis
Independent voting member since 2015

Lt. Col. David Hencke (Retired)
Independent voting member since 2015

Angie Kenworthy
Independant voting member since 2009
Make a Difference Today
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