MEET OUR FOUNDERS
For over three decades, Chad and Valerie have built a life together grounded in faith, community service, and leadership. After dating for three years in college, they married in 1996 and went on to raise two daughters, nurturing a family rooted in compassion and servant leadership.
Valerie Fincher (M.S.S.C., LPC)
Valerie's professional journey started in family counseling, where she has spent nearly 30 years supporting adolescents and their families. Since 2010, she has been a pivotal figure in the Douglas County school system as a school counselor and department chair, guiding students and families through life's complexities. Her experience extends to teaching at a private high school focused on students with behavioral disabilities. Alongside, she runs a successful private counseling practice in Douglas County. Valerie's vast experience, empathy, and expertise are the heart of Aspire Hope for Kids, where she champions the cause of empowering young people to develop resilience and the essential skills for a confident, healthy adulthood.
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Dr. Chad Fincher
Dr. Chad Fincher brings to Aspire Hope for Kids a career spanning over 25 years in healthcare, marked by entrepreneurial success with four of Colorado's fastest-growing skilled home care and hospice agencies along the Front Range. His expertise also includes advising on EMR and EHR software systems and consulting in the medical device industry. A committed lifelong learner, Chad holds a Doctorate in Theology and Apologetics and master’s degrees in Theology and Apologetics, Healthcare Management, and Marketing. His comprehensive background fuels his dedication to offering compassionate, evidence-based support for trauma-affected children. Under his guidance, Aspire Hope for Kids thrives on a foundation of best practices and a vision of enduring hope.
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ASPIRATIONAL FOUNDERS
Chad and Valerie Fincher's commitment to ministry and community outreach started in Orange County, CA, where their marriage counseling profoundly touched the lives of many couples and families. After welcoming their daughters, Taylor in 2000 and Ryan in 2003, Chad forged a significant partnership with Edwyn Vergeire. This collaboration prompted their move to Colorado in 2005, where they established four leading home care and hospice agencies along the Front Range, providing employment to over 450 healthcare professionals.
As dedicated parents and community leaders, Chad and Valerie embody their faith and values every day, leveraging their rich personal and professional experiences to steer their philanthropic endeavors. Their vision transcends their family and entrepreneurial pursuits, fostering a culture of generosity and uplifting the community.
DECADES OF EXPERIENCE & THE ROAD AHEAD
A life-altering event within their family deepened Chad and Valerie’s commitment to making a lasting impact through Aspire Hope for Kids. Recognizing the critical need for accessible, specialized trauma therapy for children and adolescents, they utilized their resources to provide free professional services to those in greatest need. Having faced the challenges of securing affordable, comprehensive support during their own difficult times, the Finchers are uniquely equipped to effect meaningful change.
In 2023, Chad divested from his interests in all four healthcare companies to focus entirely on Aspire Hope for Kids. This transition was made possible through the support and understanding of his business partner and best friend, Edwyn. The synergy of the Finchers' strengths, refined through years of personal growth, professional trials, and family triumphs, now forms the bedrock of an organization dedicated to instilling hope and resilience in young lives.
At Aspire Hope for Kids, the Finchers' steadfast faith, expertise, and compassion are evident. Their leadership and vision ensure that every child, adolescent, and family connected with the organization discovers understanding, healing, and a brighter future.
