William “Bill” Farrell
W. Scott Schroth, Co-Vice Chair, Board of Directors, Shepherd’s Center, noted that “Bill’s calm and thoughtful leadership not only drew me into service with the Shepherd’s Center as a volunteer but quickly enticed me to join the talented volunteer Board of Directors. He is a pleasure to work with, collegial, and dedicated to our mission. I’m honored to call him a friend and proud of the work he does on our behalf in the local community.”
For the past five years, Bill has served as Chairman of the Board of Directors of Shepherd’s Center. As Board Chair and Vice-Chair of the Advisory Committee, Bill is ever-present as the face of the organization. He drives clients to medical appointments, meets with community leaders, folds newsletters, serves food at the Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon, and organizes fundraising events.
The Shepherd’s Center (SC) is a non-profit dedicated to improving the quality of life as we age. Bill’s dynamic and friendly leadership style has transformed the SC into a leading local charitable organization, recognized and honored both locally and regionally for outstanding community service. Bill was even recognized and selected for a national leadership position with Shepherd’s Centers of America where he served as national treasurer for six years. Bill provides the organization with strategic leadership, prudent financial management, and an infectious desire to help others.