A native Northern New Mexican, an Air Force veteran, he spent many years working construction as a carpenter, estimator and project manager. After that he spent many years working as a building inspector. About 11 yeas ago he started volunteering at the Interfaith Shelter (Pete’s Place) and continues to this day. In 2019 he became a Chaplain and founded Chaplain Joe’s street Outreach at about the same time.

Doug has been working with Chaplain Joe for over three years distributing supplies to the homeless. Previously he worked at Consuelo’s Place as a Case Manager helping homeless residents find housing and needed resources. Previous to that he was a retail store manage at the largest sporting goods store in Santa Fe. He is an advocate for the unhoused people and animals of Santa Fe. His role includes hands-on operations and boots on the ground distribution of supplies and food to whomever needs it.