Chad Davenport, Founder & Board Chair
Chad is a U.S. Navy veteran who learned the importance of showing up for others while serving his country. During his time in the Navy, he helped in the evacuation after Mount Pinatubo erupted in the Philippines and provided humanitarian support to San Francisco after the 1989 earthquake. For the past 30 years, that same spirit of compassion has guided him as he organizes food and clothing drives, hosts annual Toy Drives for local families, prepares home-cooked meals, and personally delivers care, hope, and connection to people experiencing homelessness in Dallas.
Carlos Contreras, Board Member
Carlos is a second-generation contributor to Tonight We Ride, proudly following in the footsteps of his father, Ray. A committed family man, he has raised his children to volunteer alongside him, ensuring that the spirit of service continues through the next generation. For over 20 years, Carlos has played a key role in organizing donation sorting and logistics, coordinating canned goods drives, and fundraising for local school athletic programs. He is also a familiar and beloved presence at our annual Toy Drive, where he has joyfully taken on the role of Santa Claus for countless children and families.
Michael Cox, Board Member
Michael Cox is a seasoned entrepreneur with 35+ years of experience launching and operating businesses across industries, including lawn care, moving, vending, gaming, mortgage, livery, commodity brokerage, a multi-location gas station brand, and refined petroleum trading and storage. He brings a practical, cross-industry perspective on strategy, governance, and operations to his nonprofit work.
He has served on the boards of three national nonprofit ministries, including one he helped launch, and focuses on helping mission-driven organizations apply disciplined business thinking to increase their impact. He is also active in public speaking and communication, drawing on decades of front-line leadership experience.
Ricky Fandrick, Board Member
Ricky Fandrick brings a steady, behind-the-scenes commitment to helping people feel seen, supported, and connected. He joined the Tonight We Ride team in 2025 and serves as a board member, helping shape the organization's digital presence so its mission of dignity, compassion, and relationship-first outreach reaches more people in meaningful ways.
His work focuses on creating clear, welcoming experiences that reflect the heart of the organization and make it easier for supporters, partners, and neighbors in need to engage with the mission. In every part of his involvement, Ricky Fandrick brings consistency, care, and a belief that even digital spaces can help build trust, connection, and hope.
