Meet the Board
The CFI Board is a diverse group of community volunteers united by a shared commitment to disability rights and independent living. Grounded in the principles of the Independent Living movement, at least 51% of board members are individuals with disabilities, ensuring lived experience guides our advocacy and decision-making. Our board includes communitarians, professionals, consumers, and youth, and we actively seek diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences to strengthen our work.
If you have questions or need assistance applying, please contact the Executive Director Faith Brown at faithb@cfisouth.org or (253) 582-1253 ext. 101.
Kimberly Rinehardt (she/her)
Kimberly is an Executive Director for a non-profit in Mason county and has worked in many other non-profits for over 25 years. She has served on various boards and committees and has a background in providing Independent Living services. Kimberly also is a member of the Altrusa International of Olympia, National Rehabilitation Association and Vice President of the Tacoma Women of Color Collective.
Christopher Hays (he/him)
Christopher is a community builder and advocate with a focus in disability rights, justice and equity. He grew up on the Eastside with Cerebral Palsy. He graduated from the University of Washington with a Bachelors in Law, Economic and Public Policy. Christopher runs a short-term rental management business. He also serves on the Outdoors for All Foundation board and the King County Citizens Elections Oversight Committee. Christopher hopes to bring his experience with living with a disability and prior board service to help advance the mission of CFI.
Krystal Monteros (she/her)
Krystal is a community advocate for people with disabilities. She works for Disability Rights Washington and is a big advocate for accessible transportation. She serves as the Chair for Tacoma’s Commission on Disabilities and has been part of the Commission for 6 years. Krystal was also chosen as Ms. Wheelchair Washington in 2010.