Faithful Answers. Informed Response.
FAIR provides thoughtful, well-researched answers to questions about the doctrine, history, and scriptures of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints—bringing scholarship, context, and charitable dialogue to difficult questions.
What is FAIR?
FAIR (Faithful Answers, Informed Response) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to answering questions, addressing criticisms, and defending the teachings and history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
FAIR’s work is rooted in Latter-day Saint apologetics—the thoughtful explanation and defense of religious beliefs through scholarship, evidence, historical context, and charitable dialogue.
1997
Year founded
Independent nonprofit
Faithful educational organization
Faithful scholarship
Research, evidence, and historical context
Charitable dialogue
Respectful answers to difficult questions
FAIR publishes articles, podcasts, videos, conference presentations, and scripture-study resources covering Church history, doctrine, and questions of faith.
OUR MISSION
Helping Faith in Jesus Christ Flourish
FAIR seeks to strengthen faith by making thoughtful, well-researched answers accessible to those exploring questions about the restored gospel.
Faith and reason can work together in the search for truth.
“There are many yet on the earth… who are only kept from the truth because
they know not where to find it.” — Doctrine & Covenants 123:12
OUR APPROACH
Charitable Dialogue
Thoughtful engagement with sincere questions and difficult issues.
Faithful Scholarship
Research-driven responses rooted in faith, context, and careful study.
Trusted Resources
Articles, podcasts, conferences, and scripture-study tools designed to strengthen faith.
Our Work
What FAIR Does
FAIR brings together faithful scholarship, accessible education, and thoughtful conversation to help people explore questions about Latter-day Saint beliefs, history, and scripture.
Research & Answers
We publish researched responses to questions and criticisms about Church history, doctrine, scripture, and faith.
Conferences & Education
We bring scholars, educators, and audiences together through conferences, presentations, and educational programs.
Media & Outreach
We share podcasts, videos, scripture-study resources, and other content that makes faithful perspectives more accessible.
The People Behind FAIR
Meet the Team
FAIR’s work is made possible by dedicated leaders, staff, volunteers, and scholars who contribute their expertise and time to helping faith flourish.
Leadership & Staff
Meet the people who guide FAIR’s mission and manage its daily work.
Leadership & Staff
Scott Gordon
Scott Gordon serves as President of FAIR, guiding the organization’s efforts to provide well-researched answers to questions about Latter-day Saint beliefs, history, and doctrine. He has been a prominent advocate for faithful scholarship and informed religious dialogue.
Trevor Holyoak
Trevor Holyoak serves as FAIR’s Vice President, supporting the organization’s publishing, educational initiatives, and apologetics outreach. His work helps make scholarly perspectives and faithful responses accessible to those exploring questions about the restored gospel.
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DeLayna Beck
DeLayna Beck oversees FAIR’s daily operations, website development, and organizational coordination. With a background in education and years of experience supporting FAIR’s conferences, publishing, and programs, she helps strengthen the systems that make FAIR’s resources accessible to a worldwide audience.
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Elisabeth Bentley
Elisabeth Bentley manages FAIR’s social media presence, helping share educational resources, scholarship, and faithful perspectives with online audiences. Her work supports FAIR’s efforts to reach individuals seeking thoughtful answers to questions about Latter-day Saint beliefs and history.
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Jared Riddick
Jared Riddick serves as FAIR’s Managing Editor, supporting the development and publication of resources addressing questions about Latter-day Saint doctrine, history, and faith. His editorial work contributes to FAIR’s commitment to clear, thoughtful, and accessible scholarship.
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Dailie Todd
Dailie Todd coordinates FAIR’s donor and member relations, helping strengthen connections with the individuals who support the organization’s mission. Her work contributes to community engagement, organizational outreach, and the continued availability of FAIR’s educational resources.
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FAIR Board
Tim Dunn
Tim Dunn chairs FAIR’s Board of Directors. A scientist, educator, investor, and business leader, he brings experience in finance, risk management, and education to FAIR’s organizational leadership and its mission of supporting faithful scholarship.
John Lynch
John Lynch brings extensive experience in Silicon Valley technology, sales, and marketing to FAIR’s Board of Directors. His years of missionary leadership and gospel education inform his commitment to helping individuals better understand and confidently explain their faith.
Paul McNabb is a cybersecurity expert and former technology executive with decades of experience in information security. A longtime Latter-day Saint apologist, he brings professional leadership and more than fifty years of experience addressing questions about the restored gospel to FAIR’s Board.
Jann Campbell is a longtime FAIR volunteer who serves as secretary to the Board of Directors. Involved with FAIR since 2001, she has supported its conferences, leadership, and organizational activities, contributing decades of dedicated service to FAIR’s mission.
Advisory Board
Ed Evans is a business and technology executive with extensive experience in strategic marketing, organizational growth, and emerging technologies. Having held senior leadership positions across multiple industries, he brings expertise in innovation, business strategy, and organizational development to FAIR’s Advisory Board.
Jared K. McBride is a nonprofit executive and public policy advisor with experience in organizational governance, strategic planning, and institutional leadership. He brings expertise in executive management, financial oversight, and nonprofit strategy to his service on FAIR’s Advisory Board.
Mark McGee serves on FAIR’s Advisory Board, contributing to the organization’s efforts to support faithful scholarship, thoughtful discussion, and informed responses to questions about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Lindsey Ringhand is a communications and innovation leader with experience in brand management, research, and business strategy. She brings expertise in communicating complex ideas, organizational innovation, and faith-centered engagement to her service on FAIR’s Advisory Board.
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Explore FAIR Resources
Find faithful answers, scholarship, scripture-study tools, conferences, and media to support your questions and study.
Support Faith
Guidance for questions, doubt, and difficult conversations.
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Scholarship
Research and articles on Latter-day Saint history and doctrine.
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