CAROL CLARKSON

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

 
After years of working side-by-side in business, Carol and her husband, Jim, assumed the leadership of Sunshine Ministries in 1995. Although Jim’s health forced him to retire in 2014, Carol continues to serve as the ministry’s Director. Beyond her administrative duties, Carol especially enjoys working directly with the people that Sunshine serves and dreaming up new and fun activities to bring joy and happiness into their lives. Working at Sunshine gives her plenty of opportunities to exercise her passion for helping others discover and use their God-given gifts and talents to find purpose and fulfillment in life.

As a very proud mom and “Mama” to two daughters and four wonderful grandkids, Carol loves spending time with her family.


“For we are God’s workmanship created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” Ephesians 2:10

JJ BOND

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR

 
JJ Bond joined the Sunshine Ministries leadership team in 2021 after 15 years pastoring at Calvary Church in St. Peters, Missouri. JJ received a Bachelor's degree in Religion and a Master's degree in Religion from Liberty University. While at Liberty, God placed a passion for the inner city and its people on JJ's heart. He looks forward to using his leadership experience, skills and gifts to impact the City of St. Louis and help others realize their potential. His desire is to serve Sunshine Ministries by working and building relationships with Sunshine's volunteers, partnering churches and those we serve. 

As a husband to his beautiful bride and a father of three wonderful children, JJ enjoys leadership training, coaching and supporting his children's sports teams, Michigan football, competing at anything with his wife, and spending time with his family.

 “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”  Isaiah 41:10

ANDY BUNDESEN

DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT

 
After 15 years working in development for the Saint Louis Zoo, Andy joined the Sunshine Ministries leadership team in 2021. He has extensive experience in fundraising for many organizations including healthcare organizations, medical facilities, private schools and other Christian social service agencies. Andy has a heart for ministry that was birthed during his studies at Bethel University in St. Paul, Minnesota, and grew during his time at a Christian camp in Wisconsin. He looks forward to hearing the stories of Sunshine Ministries' donors and partners and letting others know about God’s special work in St. Louis.

Andy and his darling wife Trina are foster parents and are active members of Hope Vineyard Church. They love spending time with family. Andy enjoys reading, golf, preaching, leading worship, cheering on the Michigan State Spartans, and working in the yard.

“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous! Do not tremble or be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go."  Joshua 1:9

BRYAN POLK

DIRECTOR OF MINISTRY SUPPORT

 
Bryan’s association with Sunshine Ministries began in 1997 when he entered the Recovery Program for help to overcome his alcohol addiction. While in the program, he honed his culinary skills and got a great job at a prestigious hotel.

With a heart and a passion to “pay it forward” and help others overcome their addictions, Bryan returned to Sunshine in 1998 to serve the shelter guests. Although he still likes to keep his hands in the kitchen, his compassion for others and his leadership skills have taken him into his current role of Ministry Support Director.

In his free time, Bryan enjoys spending time with his wife, watching a good movie, bowling and serving at his church.

“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."  Jeremiah 29:11