Raquel Varela, originally hailing from Redondo Beach, California, made her move to Arizona four years ago. With a 25-year-long marriage and four responsible children, family plays a central role in her life. Raquel is an active participant in her ministry, where she serves as a Bible teacher and extends her support to those in need through activities like feeding the homeless and spreading the word of God. Her commitment to these endeavors brings her a profound sense of satisfaction.

Outside of her ministry and family time, Raquel enjoys the outdoors, especially when spent with her children. Her journey with MentorKids began as a Bible teacher for the 2022 summer program, and she has since progressed to her current role as the Maryvale Promise Neighborhood Manager. In her role, Raquel thrives on nurturing leadership within the Maryvale community while sharing the wisdom of God. Her dedication to both her work and faith is evident in all that she does.