Charitable foundations

Chiles, who became involved with the Isaac W. Bernheim Foundation in 1970, discusses his personal history and his experiences with the Bernheim Foundation.

Charles King "Mac" McClure III joined the staff of the Isaac W. Bernheim Foundation in 1971 as the Assistant Secretary and Assistant Treasurer. His initial duties concerned the Friends of Bernheim program and fund drive. Mr. McClure gradually and steadily rose in the organization. He was Robert Paul's (the Foundation's long time Executive Director) assistant for many years and was being groomed to take his place when he retired. Mr. McClure was named Executive Director in 1982.

Ira J. Mitchell is the retired vice president of the Cave Hill Cemetery Company and one of the Louisville area's leading horticulturists. Mr. Mitchell joined the Isaac W. Bernheim Foundation Board of Trustees on June 13, 1964. He served two one-year terms as vice president of the board (1966-1967, 1967-1968) and two one-year terms as president (1968-1969, 1969-1970) in addition to being a regular Board member. He retired from active participation on the Board in November 1977 and was elected an honorary Life Trustee.