Ralph Morales - Transitions Coordinator

Ralph started at CRIL in 2023. He is a proud father of three children and four grandchildren. He attended St. Joachim’s School, Holy Redeemer College High School, and St. Joseph’s College. He graduated from Cal State Hayward University with a bachelor’s degree in political science. Ralph has lived in the Hayward area for 70 years and worked in the nonprofit world for 34 years. Most of his experience has been working with the faith community on the prevention of alcohol and tobacco use, and other drug-related problems, at both the county and national level. For 11 years he worked for South Hayward Parish primarily as the director of the food pantry. His hobbies are listening to his vinyl albums and CDs. He also enjoys watching action and romance movies. Four years after his spinal cord surgery, he believes he is fortunate to be walking and plans on helping and supporting others with dealing with their challenges.