Robert P. Memorial Fund

For nearly 30 years, Robert Del Conte was the driving force behind San Felipe Humanitarian Alliance. Under his guidance, San Felipe evolved from a small group home for abused and neglected children into a respected humanitarian organization serving people in crisis around the world.

No need was too small or too large for Bob. Whether he was helping a mother find a runaway teen or helping a community rebuild their lives in the aftermath of human conflict or natural disaster, he approached everything he did with the same tenacious energy and commitment.

It is impossible to say how many men, women, and children were touched by his selfless humanitarian endeavors at home and abroad. He developed standards of care to improve the quality of life of children in foster, adoptive or institutionalized care. He developed innovative strategies to expedite relief for victims of war and disaster. He developed ground-breaking outreach programs for homeless youth and their families. And without exception, Bob developed eternal bonds with everyone who was fortunate enough to benefit not only from his assistance, but from his presence in their lives.

His counsel and friendship will never be forgotten. His vision and spirit will live on through the ongoing work of San Felipe Humanitarian Alliance. In the words of his longtime friend and colleague, Andrew J. DePaolo, "Bob's work will inspire all of us at San Felipe to preserve his legacy for the benefit of children and families throughout the world."