Senior Staff
Mario Berninzoni
Executive director
Born in California, Mario brings over 25 years of experience aiding people experiencing homelessness in Maryland. As the Executive Director since 1999, Mario leads all facets of the organization and its programs. His prior tenure at Catholic Charities in Baltimore City spanned 7 years, focusing on emergency, transitional, and permanent housing initiatives. Mario holds a master’s in nonprofit management from the College of Notre Dame.
Charity Cummings
Director
Charity joined Arundel House of Hope 2017. She currently directs the Resource and Day Center, overseeing the Winter Relief emergency shelter program. With over a decade dedicated to humanitarian work, focusing on women’s rights and counseling, Charity holds associate degrees in drug and addiction counseling, human services, a bachelor’s in humanitarian studies and psychology, and a master’s in clinical mental health counseling. Currently pursuing a PhD, Charity’s dedication lies in treating others with dignity, empathy, and respect.
Bob Starkey
Director
Joining Arundel House of Hope in 2017, Bob progressed from program assistant to the Community Recovery Center Director. His human services career began in 2008, focusing on job readiness with the Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation. With a background in the United States Air Force, specializing in human relations and counseling, Bob brings 30 years of management experience in the paper packaging industry. He’s certified in Job Readiness Training and serves as a Certified Lay Servant at Mt. Zion Magothy United Methodist Church.
7164 East Furnace Branch Rd.
Suite A
Glen Burnie, Md 21060