To provide aid to people in need around the world while promoting the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

  • David Shakhunov

    FOUNDER and PRESIDENT

    David is the founder of the Embrace the World organization. He has always had a passion for serving the ones in need. David was born and raised in a Christian family and later became a believer himself. He has served in children’s ministry, youth ministry, and has led baptism preparation classes. Currently he serves on the Christian K-9 private school board. David is married and has three beautiful children. When he is not working, David enjoys meeting new people, reading books, hiking, and playing soccer.

  • Alex Chouzhyk

    CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER and SECRETARY

    Alex has served as an volunteer of Embrace the World since the very beginning. Originally from Belarus, Alex has been attending church since he was 5 but only became a believer in the USA twenty years later. Alex is a member of a local church in Sacramento and throughout the years served in various ministries, including kids, youth, and translation. When he is not working, Alex enjoys outdoors, reading books and watching sports. He is a big AC Milan fan and is passionate about making the Christ’s name known!

  • Darya Shakhunov

    MARKETING and SOCIAL MEDIA

    Darya and her husband David, have been marrried for 9 years and have 3 children together. After getting her BA in Sociology, Darya became a stay-at-home mom. She currently runs her small business from home and serves in ministry. She is passionate about serving in outreach, mentoring, leading Bible study small groups, participating in teens camp, etc. After her son’s diagnosis, Darya invests time in her children and now serves in Ladies Latte Women’s Ministry and manages several social media accounts at Bryte Church. Darya has a passion for helping the ones who are hurting and she is currently working on her Biblical Counseling Certification. Darya enjoys nature, traveling, reading, drinking lots of coffee, and spending time with her family.