The Founders
David and Rachel Gallagher form a uniquely inspired husband-and-wife team. Together, they feel it is their life’s purpose to reach out to, and work among, the poorest of the poor. Their gifting and passion combines to meet the deepest needs of families and children - physically, emotionally and spiritually.
David Gallagher, CEO, is a dynamic leader with a global vision for compassionate ministry and evangelism. David has served as a pastor and as Founder and President of Lightside, Inc., a television production company. He hosted and produced the nationally syndicated television program ‘Night Light.’ He is a graduate of Portland State University (Business Administration), Christ For The Nations Institute in Dallas, Texas, and L.I.F.E. Bible College in Los Angeles. David serves as CEO & Founder and Senior Evangelist for Open Arms International.
Rachel Gallagher, President, is a compassionate registered nurse who has carried healing in her hands through a variety of medical and evangelistic experiences, including work with Mother Teresa in Calcutta, India. A graduate of Oral Roberts University, Rachel has worked as a staff and charge nurse in the pediatric and neonatal intensive care units of three leading U.S. children's hospitals. She is fulfilling her life-long dream of caring for the dying and destitute of the world. Rachel serves as President for Open Arms International.