Our Board of Directors
David Gomes
David H. Gomes serves as President of Masonic Charities of Hawaii and brings distinguished leadership experience, executive perspective, and a deep commitment to charitable service. As an executive with United Laundry Services, Inc., he has built a reputation for strategic thinking, operational excellence, and leading with both strength and compassion. His professional background, combined with his long-standing record of service in Hawaiʻi Masonry, makes him a trusted leader in advancing the mission and stewardship of the organization.
David has served with distinction in a number of prominent Masonic roles, including Past Master of Hawaiian Lodge, Past Potentate of Aloha Shriners, and 33° Scottish Rite Mason. Throughout those roles, he has been recognized for his ability to bring people together, support meaningful charitable efforts, and help translate vision into action. His selection for the 2024 Jack H. Jones Humanitarian Award reflects the respect he has earned through years of dedicated service and community leadership. As President, David helps guide Masonic Charities of Hawaii with integrity, generosity, and a clear commitment to making a lasting difference in the lives of those the organization serves.
Alex Escasa
David H. Gomes serves as President of Masonic Charities of Hawaii. An executive with United Laundry Services, Inc., he brings strategic leadership, operational experience, and a strong commitment to service. He is a Past Master and Trustee of Hawaiian Lodge, Past Potentate of Aloha Shriners, and a 33° Scottish Rite Mason. Recognized with the 2024 Jack H. Jones Humanitarian Award, David is known for bringing people together and helping turn charitable vision into meaningful action.
Lee Gordon
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Anthony Escasa
Supporting Masonic Charities of Hawaii can be as simple as volunteering or making a donation. Your involvement helps expand our programs and reach more families in need. Together, we can create lasting positive change in Hawaii.
Florencio "Jun" Suela
Supporting Masonic Charities of Hawaii can be as simple as volunteering or making a donation. Your involvement helps expand our programs and reach more families in need. Together, we can create lasting positive change in Hawaii.
Dino Fernandez
Dino J. Fernandez serves as a respected leader in Hawaiʻi Masonry, he brings proven leadership, sound judgment, and a deep commitment to service. His background reflects years of active involvement in organizations dedicated to charity, education, and community support, and he is known for approaching that work with both integrity and purpose. Dino is a Past Master of Hawaiian Lodge, Assistant Grand Lecturer for the Grand Lodge of Hawaii, Commander of Kadosh in the Scottish Rite, KCCH, and 2024 Potentate of Aloha Shriners. He also serves on the Board of Governors for Shriners Children’s Hawaii. Through these roles, he has demonstrated an ability to connect leadership with meaningful action, helping advance charitable initiatives that make a real difference in the lives of others. His service on the board reflects a strong dedication to stewardship, compassion, and the mission of Masonic Charities of Hawaii.
H.G. Gerhart Wilhelm Walch
Supporting Masonic Charities of Hawaii can be as simple as volunteering or making a donation. Your involvement helps expand our programs and reach more families in need. Together, we can create lasting positive change in Hawaii.
Marc Rubenstein
Marc Rubenstein brings extensive experience in Masonic leadership, nonprofit governance, and charitable service. His background reflects a long-standing commitment to strengthening the organizations he serves through thoughtful leadership, steady stewardship, and a practical focus on mission-driven impact. Within Hawaiʻi Masonry, Marc has held a number of significant leadership roles, including Past Master and current Secretary of Koʻolau Lodge, Assistant Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of Hawaii, and Past Potentate of Aloha Shriners. He also served as Chairman of the Board of Governors for Shriners Children’s Hawaiʻi and continues as an Emeritus Member. Through these roles, Marc has helped support charitable outreach, organizational continuity, and service to the community. His work with Masonic Charities of Hawaii reflects a deep commitment to accountability, philanthropy, and improving lives across Hawaiʻi.