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Community Foundation of Southern Indiana
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN INDIANA
Nicole Atkins CEO, Unique Management Services, Inc. Lives: Jeffersonville, IN High School: Jeffersonville High School (Jeffersonville, IN) College: Indiana University Southeast
Talk about your family... “I am married to Darryl, and we have one son, Darius. He is 20 years old and a college student at Purdue - Fort Wayne. He is a mechanical engineering major, with a minor in music. He also runs track and field.”
What do you like to do when you’re not working? “I love gardening. I also enjoy attending sporting events my son participates in.”
What is left to accomplish on your Bucket List? “I want to see my son graduate from college. And one day, I’d like to become a grandparent.”
Where is your favorite Southern Indiana hangout spot? “I don’t really hang out anywhere. Probably my home!”
How would you spend your ideal vacation? “I would love to be relaxing on a beach in Hawaii.”
Why do you support CFSI? “I believe in helping people and organizations prosper. Without CFSI, there would be several nonprofits unable to have the impact they do. Helping people requires capital, and CFSI helps donors that need a little extra hand.”
If you had unlimited capacity to fund one project for a cause you believe in, what would it be? “I would help the homeless community.”
What has been the most memorable part of your time (so far) on the CFSI board of directors? “Since I’m still new at this point, I would have to say getting the opportunity to meet so many great people.”
4108 Charlestown Road, New Albany, IN 47150 | www.CFSouthernIndiana.com | (812) 948-4662
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN INDIANA
Rich Boling Vice President of Corporate Advancement, Redwire Space Lives: Floyds Knobs, IN High School: New Albany High School (New Albany, IN) College: Indiana University Southeast
Talk about your family...
Why do you support CFSI?
“I am married to my wife, Dawn, and we share two children together. Our son, Alex, is 32 and our daughter, Abigail, is 29.”
“Good things can happen in a community when you join with others in service. A single reed can be broke, but many bound together can be sailed across an ocean. The work of CFSI provides our neighbors with their best opportunity to create a lasting legacy that can continue to positively impact their community for generations.”
What do you like to do when you’re not working? “I like to travel with my family, as well as do a little auto maintenance.”
What is left to accomplish on your Bucket List? “I want to fly to space.”
Where is your favorite Southern Indiana hangout spot? “I’m a homebody, so being at home with my family is my favorite place to be. Outside of home, people-watching under the dome at the West Baden Springs Hotel used to be a regular activity for us when we owned our cabin at Patoka Lake.”
How would you spend your ideal vacation? “I would love any foreign travel with my wife and kids.”
What has been the most memorable part of your time (so far) on the CFSI board of directors? “Reading the proposals for funding submitted by area organizations has really impressed upon me the goodness and eagerness of so many in our community. Quoting his mother, Fred Rogers said, ‘Look for the helpers. You will always find people helping.’ Serving has helped me understand that there are far more helpers around me than I knew. Helping the helpers, and learning the names of the often unheralded leaders who represent the best qualities of our community’s character, has been memorable and personally rewarding.”
4108 Charlestown Road, New Albany, IN 47150 | www.CFSouthernIndiana.com | (812) 948-4662
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN INDIANA
Andy Burdsall President and Financial Advisor, Riverbend Financial Group Lives: Floyds Knobs, IN High School: Shawnee Mission East High School (Prairie Village, KS) College: Iowa State University (Chemical Engineering)
Talk about your family... “I am married to Deanna, and we share three daughters. Kate, 25, works at Amatrol in Jeffersonville and lives with her sister, Ellie, who is 23 and works at Global Payments. Our third daughter, Camryn, is 25 and lives in Richmond, KY, where she is an assistant in a law firm and beginning to study for the LSAT. Kate and Camryn are not twins; Kate is part of our family via a guardianship when she was younger.”
How would you spend your ideal vacation? “I would love to spend that time seeing new sights and being on the go. I’m not very good at sitting on a beach.”
Why do you support CFSI? “I think true community is one victim of the selfie generation. We need to focus outside of ourselves and CFSI gives those kinds of opportunities.”
“I like to travel and volunteer.”
If you had unlimited capacity to fund one project for a cause you believe in, what would it be?
What is left to accomplish on your Bucket List?
“Clean water. It’s not a Southern Indiana problem, thankfully, but it is an enormous issue around the world.”
What do you like to do when you’re not working?
“We are 27 states into Deanna’s goal to hit all 50 states in her fifties. Plus, we’d like to do some overseas travel.”
Where is your favorite Southern Indiana hangout spot? “We don’t really have one, as we are always on the lookout for new things to try.”
What has been the most memorable part of your time (so far) on the CFSI board of directors? “I appreciate how quickly the staff and board allowed me to feel like I could add value.”
4108 Charlestown Road, New Albany, IN 47150 | www.CFSouthernIndiana.com | (812) 948-4662
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN INDIANA
Leah Driver Financial Advisor (Former CFO), Axiom Financial Strategies Group Lives: Greenville, IN High School: Eastern High School (Louisville, KY) College: University of Kentucky (Accounting); University of Louisville (Masters, Accounting)
Talk about your family... “I am married to Jeremy, and we share two children. Payton, our oldest, is a middle school cheerleader. She likes to sing in the choir and recently started participating in theater. Our son, Zackary, plays basketball and runs cross country for his school.”
What do you like to do when you’re not working? “I love to travel with my family. We do a lot of national park trips. I enjoy reading and I love game nights with friends, even if its just playing card or board games at home. I love participating in sports and events at my kids’ school. I also enjoy walking, hiking, and cycling.
What is left to accomplish on your Bucket List? “I hope to continue enjoying my kids’ high school and college activities, and raising them into adulthood. When my kids are grown, I still want to be involved in their lives. I want our larger family to travel together and enjoy each other’s company.”
How would you spend your ideal vacation? “I could go either way - relaxed on a beach/pool with a book, or on a full schedule of tours and hikes. I love history.”
Why do you support CFSI? “I love the community that I live, work, and play in. CFSI is a great asset and offers many opportunities to give back within this area. I appreciate the leadership the organization has taken in its community development and involvement.
If you had unlimited capacity to fund one project for a cause you believe in, what would it be? “Financial Literacy for the younger generations.”
What has been the most memorable part of your time (so far) on the CFSI board of directors? “I’m very appreciative of my good friend Jessica Carroll for recommending me.”
4108 Charlestown Road, New Albany, IN 47150 | www.CFSouthernIndiana.com | (812) 948-4662
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN INDIANA
Jeremy Finn Partner, Monroe Shine Lives: Floyds Knobs, IN High School: Jeffersonville High School (Jeffersonville, IN) College: Indiana University Southeast
Talk about your family... “I am married to my wife, Natasha. We have three girls: Ava (19) is my oldest and she graduated from Floyd Central. She is currently attending IUS and hoping to pursue a degree in nursing with a goal of becoming a nurse practitioner. I also have twin 15-year-old daughters, Grace and Sophia. They are freshmen at Providence High School. Grace’s favorite sport is track and she also plays tennis. Sophia’s favorite sport is basketball and she also plays tennis.”
What do you like to do when you’re not working? “Free time is limited keeping up with the kids and their activities. When there is free time, we usually try to travel or spend time together as a family.”
What is left to accomplish on your Bucket List? “I would say there are more items left on the list than have been checked off. Most revolve around travel and sightseeing.”
How would you spend your ideal vacation? “A family trip either exploring a large city or unwinding for a few days on a beach.”
Why do you support CFSI? “It’s a great organization helping other organizations with worthy causes.”
If you had unlimited capacity to fund one project for a cause you believe in, what would it be? “Helping youth without resources achieve their potential through scholarships, mentoring, or opportunities for growth and achievement.”
What has been the most memorable part of your time (so far) on the CFSI board of directors? “I’m still new to the board and only attended one meeting. But it was one of the most substantial board meetings I’ve been involved in. Also, other board members and staff have been very welcoming.”
4108 Charlestown Road, New Albany, IN 47150 | www.CFSouthernIndiana.com | (812) 948-4662
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN INDIANA
Dr. Melissa Fry Director of Applied Research and Education Center & Professor of Sociology, Indiana University Southeast Lives: Georgetown, IN High School: Homewood-Flossmoor High School (Flossmoor, IL) College: Grinnell College (Grinnell, IA); University of Memphis (Masters); University of Arizona (Ph.D)
Talk about your family... “I am married to Mark Konty. My son Jackson is 25 years old (IU 2022) and my daughter Isabel is 23 (NYU 2024). They live in Madison, WI where Jackson is a software engineer for Epic Health Systems (MyChart) and Isabel works at a bakery and does independent video game development as she tries to get her start in the industry.”
What do you like to do when you’re not working? “Bicycling and hiking. I road cycle and occasionally mountain bike (less of that now that Isabel is gone) and I love hiking Mount St. Francis, O'Bannon Woods, and Clifty Falls. My vacations often involve a lot of hiking.”
What is left to accomplish on your Bucket List? “Travel. I’d love to visit Costa Rica, Iquazu Falls on the border of Brazil and Argentina. I’m not sure of where I most want to go in Asia, Alaska, and South Africa.”
How would you spend your ideal vacation? “Traveling to a place with amazing wildlife, natural wonders, and good food.”
Why do you support CFSI? “CFSI has chosen to to be strategic and forward thinking in their philanthropy. I believe it is a learning organization that roots itself in data and input from the community. As the person who gathers that data and input from community members who often have little voice, I am particularly proud when I see CFSI follow that research with real investment and support for the wonderful organizations in our region that do good work and make this a better place to live.”
Where is your favorite Southern Indiana hang-out spot? “Mount Saint Francis is my happy place but I also love the Greenway. The Greenway welcomes all kinds of people doing all kinds of things. During the pandemic, the people watching down there was amazing. I often meet friends for a walk on the Greenway.”
4108 Charlestown Road, New Albany, IN 47150 | www.CFSouthernIndiana.com | (812) 948-4662
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN INDIANA
Rebecca Bennett Howard Director of Trust Services, Stock Yards Bank & Trust Lives: Greenville, IN High School: Salem High School College: Undergrad: Sullivan University; Law School: Indiana University - Indianapolis
Talk about your family... “I am married to Dustin Howard and we have two children. Owenn is 16 and is a junior at Floyd Central High School. He is also a baseball player. Noah is 15 and a freshman at Floyd Central. Noah loves to play basketball. We are avid Cincinnati Bengals and Chicago Cubs fans.”
What do you like to do when you’re not working? “I love to travel and spend time with family and friends. In addition, I love to be outdoors running, riding horses, boating, and basically anything else outside.”
What is left to accomplish on your Bucket List? “That’s hard. I’d love to go on a safari. I also want to go on more trips overseas with my children. It would be a thrill to watch them experience different cultures and terrains.”
How would you spend your ideal vacation? “Relaxing and also being active. And somewhere with my family involved.”
Why do you support CFSI? “I support the Community Foundation because I want to give back to the community that has given so much to me. I want to help be a good steward of the funds, which will continue to help the community in perpetuity.”
Where is your favorite Southern Indiana hang-out spot? “My house. Between work and sports, with my two boys, we aren’t there much. So I love it when we all are.”
4108 Charlestown Road, New Albany, IN 47150 | www.CFSouthernIndiana.com | (812) 948-4662
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN INDIANA
Eric Howard Executive Vice President / Chief Lending Officer, First Savings Bank Lives: Prospect, KY High School: Bethlehem High School (Bardstown, KY) College: University of Louisville (Finance)
Talk about your family... “I am married to Mary, and we have two children. My oldest is Ally, who is 23. She just graduated Hanover College, and is currently attending graduate school at the University of Louisville (English). My son, Jude, is 21 and he currently attends the University of Kentucky. He is a Communications major with an emphasis in cold beer.”
What do you like to do when you’re not working? “I like to go boating. I have two dogs and a cat - I’m a huge animal lover. I love real estate and outdoors. I am usually fixing something up or buying something. We have a convertible and love weekend cruises.”
What is left to accomplish on your Bucket List? “I hope that I can one day buy a cabin, maybe at Nolin Lake. I need to make sure I can make phone calls to my wife.”
How would you spend your ideal vacation? “My ideal vacation is going to Hilton Head, which what we’ve done for the last 20 years. We love Palmetto Dunes.”
Why do you support CFSI? “I feel like generosity is key to combat greed. You cannot be grateful and unhappy at the same time.”
If you had unlimited capacity to fund one project for a cause you believe in, what would it be? “Education - financial literacy, specifically.”
What has been the most memorable part of your time (so far) on the CFSI board of directors? “I really enjoy the Investment Committee work. I also like to visit our grant recipients to hear their stories of impact.”
4108 Charlestown Road, New Albany, IN 47150 | www.CFSouthernIndiana.com | (812) 948-4662
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN INDIANA
Christian Huber Seventh-Generation Master Distiller/Winemaker, Huber’s Orchard and Winery & Starlight Distillery Lives: Starlight, IN High School: Providence High Schoo College: Niagara College Canada
Talk about your family... “I am married to my wife, Mary. We currently do not have any children.”
What is left to accomplish on your Bucket List? “I love to travel. I hope that I can see every continent in the world.”
How would you spend your ideal vacation? “Exploring a new wine region.”
If you had unlimited capacity to fund one project for a cause you believe in, what would it be? “I would fund a comprehensive college access initiative for southern Indiana students who otherwise couldn’t afford to go — not just tuition, but the full foundation they need to succeed: mentorship, career guidance, and connections to opportunity. Education is the great multiplier. When you give someone the tools to build a career, you’re not just changing their life — you’re changing their family’s trajectory for generations.
Why do you support CFSI? “I support CFSI because it serves as one of the most powerful and trusted connectors in our region, bridging individuals, families, and businesses with the causes that matter most to our community. What sets CFSI apart for me is its permanence and its breadth. As a seventh-generation family in southern Indiana, I think a lot about legacy and long-term impact — and CFSI is built around exactly that. Their model isn’t just about moving dollars today; it’s about stewarding charitable intent so that generosity compounds for generations. Whether it’s a family establishing a fund, a nonprofit seeking a grant, or a business looking for a meaningful giving strategy, CFSI creates the infrastructure that makes all of that possible in one trusted place. That’s rare, and it’s invaluable to our community.”
4108 Charlestown Road, New Albany, IN 47150 | www.CFSouthernIndiana.com | (812) 948-4662
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN INDIANA
Sarah Hunter Director, Deming, Malone, Livesay & Ostroff (DMLO) Lives: Sellersburg, IN High School: Homeschooled College: Indiana University Southeast
Talk about your family...
Why do you support CFSI?
“I am married to my husband, Austin. We have three children: Amelia (10), Lucy (7), and Gavin (4).”
“I believe in giving back to our community with our time and resources.”
What do you like to do when you’re not working?
If you had unlimited capacity to fund one project for a cause you believe in, what would it be?
“I like to travel, read, and spend time with my family. The kids keep us busy!”
What is left to accomplish on your Bucket List? “I would love to travel to England and Scotland.”
How would you spend your ideal vacation? “I would visit historic sites throughout Europe.”
Where is your favorite Southern Indiana hangout spot? “The Exchange in New Albany. We love the food, the drinks, and the atmosphere.”
“That is impossible to choose! I am passionate about kids - making sure kids have enough food to eat, safe environments, quality housing, adequate childcare, access to good education, healthcare, etc. When kids in our community lack these resources, they are starting life with such a disadvantage. I would love to improve those resources for kids.”
What has been the most memorable part of your time (so far) on the CFSI board of directors? “I enjoyed meeting prior Board members at the GIFT VIII event in September. I loved hearing about their legacy.”
4108 Charlestown Road, New Albany, IN 47150 | www.CFSouthernIndiana.com | (812) 948-4662
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN INDIANA
Nick Oakes Financial Planner / Advisor, Edward Jones Lives: Greenville, IN High School: Floyd Central High School College: Indiana University
Talk about your family... “I am married to Jessica, and we have three kids: Raylen (10), Brynn (7), and Ava (5). They are all very active with sports: wrestling, swimming, running, dance, tumbling, and cheer. We also have two dogs.”
What do you like to do when you’re not working? “I enjoy running, coaching wrestling, golfing, being outside, and traveling.”
What is left to accomplish on your Bucket List? “Barndominium.”
How would you spend your ideal vacation?
Where is your favorite Southern Indiana hangout spot? “Our property. Aside from that, I enjoy being at Mount St. Francis or the New Albany Greenway.”
Why do you support CFSI? “From the outside looking in, it seems like a great way to help folks with their philanthropic goals, as well as give programs useful resources they need to help the surrounding community.”
If you had unlimited capacity to fund one project for a cause you believe in, what would it be? “The Ronald McDonald House.”
“I would go out of country on an allinclusive beach – but no more than 5 days.”
4108 Charlestown Road, New Albany, IN 47150 | www.CFSouthernIndiana.com | (812) 948-4662
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN INDIANA
Jim Plitz Estate Planning & Administration Attorney, Waters, Tyler, Hofmann & Scott Lives: New Albany, IN High School: North Plainfield High School (Central New Jersey) College: College of New Jersey (Undergrad); Lehigh University (Masters); Phoenix School of Law (JD)
Talk about your family... “I am married to Heather Johnston, and we share three wonderful children. Our youngest, Remy is 15 years old and is an aspiring photographer and pilot. Our middle son, Aiden, is 17 years old. He’s a computer wiz and looking to go into cyber security. Our oldest, Scott, is 26, and he is a welder, mechanic, and an overall handy guy.”
What do you like to do when you’re not working? “I don’t understand the concept of ‘when you’re not working.’”
What is left to accomplish on your Bucket List? “Nothing. I have always felt that waiting for ‘later’ to do something you want to do risks never being able to do it in the first place.”
Where is your favorite Southern Indiana hangout spot? “My house. It is where all my stuff is.”
How would you spend your ideal vacation? “I think I would find a balance of exploring and learning something new. And obviously, just relaxing.”
Why do you support CFSI? “I believe making where you live, work, and play a better place is core to who I am. And CFSI is the leader in helping make Southern Indiana better.”
If you had unlimited capacity to fund one project for a cause you believe in, what would it be? “In the richest country in the world, NO ONE should live without food or shelter.”
What has been the most memorable part of your time (so far) on the CFSI board of directors? “I love interviewing Lilly Scholarship candidates. They are amazing kids. It shows how much can be done in our limited time.
4108 Charlestown Road, New Albany, IN 47150 | www.CFSouthernIndiana.com | (812) 948-4662
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN INDIANA
David Reinhardt Retired, Former Finance & Accounting Background, Small Business, and Real Estate Lives: Jeffersonville, IN High School: Dixie Heights High School (Kenton County, KY) College: Northern Kentucky University, Western Kentucky University (BS), and University of Louisville (MBA)
Talk about your family... “I am married to my wife, Donna, and we share two children together: Brad, aged 32, and Jena, aged 29.”
What do you like to do when you’re not working? “I love playing PickleBall, gardening, hiking, traveling, and property management.”
What is left to accomplish on your Bucket List? “See (more of) the world.”
Where is your favorite Southern Indiana hangout spot? “Probably my home in Arctic Springs. Sorry, it’s kind of boring.”
How would you spend your ideal vacation? “One word: Iceland.”
Why do you support CFSI? “My father taught me volunteering by example. I started early and continue to volunteer and support my communities.”
If you had unlimited capacity to fund one project for a cause you believe in, what would it be? “I would teach people the power of being self-reliant. We spend so much energy and resources on giving people what they need. We should spend more on teaching and training them to take care of themselves.”
What has been the most memorable part of your time (so far) on the CFSI board of directors? “Check presentations are really enjoyable. It is great seeing people who appreciate the community support.”
4108 Charlestown Road, New Albany, IN 47150 | www.CFSouthernIndiana.com | (812) 948-4662
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN INDIANA
Margaret Brinkworth Program Manager, Community Foundation of Southern Indiana Lives: Floyds Knobs, IN High School: New Albany High School (New Albany, IN) College: Indiana University Southeast
Talk about your family... “I am married to my husband, Gary. We have two children: John (42) is the President and Owner of J. Brinkworth & Associates, as well as the County Surveyor at Floyd County Government. He is married to Anna, and they have three children: Adeline (14), Forrest (13), and Silas (10). Mitch (32) is a Doctor of Pharmacy & Internal Medicine at the University of Chicago Hospital. He is married to Steph, an electrical engineer.”
What do you like to do when you’re not working? “I enjoy hiking and gardening.”
What is left to accomplish on your Bucket List? “As I have traveled extensively (via air travel) to destinations all over the United States, my bucket list consists of "road trips" to allow us to stumble upon quirky roadside attractions and charming small towns. I would like to sample regional cuisines, explore hidden gems, and drive scenic routes that we would otherwise miss.
Where is your favorite Southern Indiana hangout spot? “I love Amore for the food; Red Yeti for the food and atmosphere; and Game on the River for the food and the view from the patio.”
Why do you support CFSI? “I enjoy the work we do at CFSI because we focus on improving both Clark and Floyd counties, ensuring that local needs are addressed. It's incredibly rewarding.”
What has been the most memorable part of your time (so far) at CFSI? “I get a bird's eye view of the tangible impact we have on the community. Working with our Youth Philanthropy Council is constantly meaningful and rewarding. It is my honor to witness the wonderful youth we have in our community both through YPC and our scholarship program.”
4108 Charlestown Road, New Albany, IN 47150 | www.CFSouthernIndiana.com | (812) 948-4662
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN INDIANA
Emily Byrd Administrative Assistant / Office Manager, Community Foundation of Southern Indiana Lives: Clarksville, IN (in my grandparents’ old home!) High School: New Albany High School (New Albany, IN) College: University of Southern Indiana
Talk about your family... “I have two children. Emma is 20. She recently moved out and is attending Esthetician School. My son, Nate, is 14 and he is a freshman at New Albany High School. He is an avid soccer player (goalie).
What do you like to do when you’re not working? “I enjoy spending time with my family, my children, and my dog, Rio. I like to watch soccer, visit Indiana State Parks, shop, and binge reality television.”
What is left to accomplish on your Bucket List?
How would you spend your ideal vacation? “Sitting on a beach or by a pool - without a care in the world.”
Why do you support CFSI? “I believe in the good we are doing, and I support all of the great causes benefitting from the work we do.”
If you had unlimited capacity to fund one project for a cause you believe in, what would it be? “Animal care, animal shelters, and simply taking care of all of the fur babies.”
“Lots of traveling!”
Where is your favorite Southern Indiana hangout spot? “Downtown New Albany. There are so many neat shops and restaurants. It is so easy to walk around and enjoy them all.”
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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN INDIANA
Laken Fraime Grants & Scholarships Administrator, Community Foundation of Southern Indiana Lives: Sulphur, IN High School: Crawford County High School (Marengo, IN) College: Indiana State University; Western Governor University
What do you like to do when you’re not working? “When I'm not working, I spend most of my time with friends and family.”
What is left to accomplish on your Bucket List? “My top bucket list item is to travel Route 66, visiting the western states.”
Where is your favorite Southern Indiana hangout spot? “The Patoka Lake area is my top hangout spot in Southern Indiana. The friendly environment in addition to the outdoor setting makes for a fun weekend close to home.”
How would you spend your ideal vacation?
Why do you support CFSI? “CFSI has a unique position in Clark and Floyd counties, allowing the ability to serve the community in many different capacities. Having a hand in the impactful and meaningful work to improve the quality of life in Southern Indiana along side many dedicated board and staff members and donors is very fulfilling.”
If you had unlimited capacity to fund one project for a cause you believe in, what would it be? “With unlimited capacity to fund one project, I would choose a project supporting children and families. By supporting families, the long-term effects are felt for years to come as this helps build stronger families, contributing to a stronger community overall.”
“The best vacation is spent on the beach with family.”
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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN INDIANA
Crystal Melcher Vice President of Community Philanthropy, Community Foundation of Southern Indiana Lives: Sellersburg, IN High School: Our Lady of Providence High School (Clarksville, IN) College: Indiana University & Indiana University Southeast
Talk about your family... “I am married to Michael. I am also the mother to two children: Ryley (22) and Lillian (18). I am also the step-mother to several bonus children: Kailey (31), Quinten (21), and Luke (15).”
What do you like to do when you’re not working? “I like spending time with my family at the barn with our horses, Chrome and Chili (both offtrack thoroughbred rescues). I also like to wrangle my chickens - Reba and Loretta - and tend to my garden and flowers.”
What is left to accomplish on your Bucket List? “So much! A few are seeing the Northern Lights, a trip to the Grand Canyon, a trip to Yellowstone Park, a week at a working cattle ranch out West, a trip back to England, which was my childhood home.”
Where is your favorite Southern Indiana hangout spot?
How would you spend your ideal vacation? “In Montana, any time of the year!”
Why do you support CFSI? “I don’t just support it, I live and breathe it. I couldn’t be more blessed to get to do this work. #DoWhatYouLove #LoveWhatYouDo”
If you had unlimited capacity to fund one project for a cause you believe in, what would it be? “Equine rescue and equine therapy.”
What has been the most memorable part of your time (so far) at CFSI? The last 14+ have been a wild ride! I’ve been part of something so much bigger than myself. Watching the Foundation grow from just under $40 million to now over $160 million in assets has been nothing short of amazing and inspiring.”
“Huber’s.”
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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN INDIANA
Wes Scott Director of Marketing & Communications, Community Foundation of Southern Indiana Lives: Jeffersonville, IN High School: Jeffersonville High School (Jeffersonville, IN) College: Indiana University
Talk about your family... “I am married to my beautiful wife, Sofia. We share one son, Jovian (7). He is a first grader at Utica Elementary School. We also have one dog and two cats.”
What do you like to do when you’re not working? “I love being with my family and friends. I enjoy attending and watching sporting events. I also love to listen to music, including collecting vinyl records.”
What is left to accomplish on your Bucket List? “To always be the best version of myself I can be.”
How would you spend your ideal vacation? “It would be with my wife and son. Whenever I am with them, I feel like I can be anywhere on Earth and I’d be more than satisfied. I love the adventures that we get into together.”
Where is your favorite Southern Indiana hangout spot? “Either Oshea’s in Jeffersonville or the CCCC Club in Utica. Both are meaningful to us in their own special way.”
Why do you support CFSI? “I support any venture that helps the residents and families of my hometown.”
If you had unlimited capacity to fund one project for a cause you believe in, what would it be? “Nobody in this world should ever go hungry. It’s the most basic human need.”
What has been the most memorable part of your time (so far) at CFSI? “Without a doubt, I love doing the Lilly Scholarship surprises. Sure, it’s life-changing money. But these kids have worked their tails off for the recognition. There’s nothing quite as satisfying as achieving a goal you set out for, and I love to celebrate that feeling.”
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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN INDIANA
Linda Speed President & CEO, Community Foundation of Southern Indiana Lives: Utica, IN (on the river across from Twelve Mile Island) High School: Waggener High School (Louisville, KY) College: University of Kentucky, Agronomy (B.S.) and Vanderbilt University School of Law (J. D.)
Talk about your family...
Why do you support CFSI?
“I am married to my husband, Tom. We have two children: Savannah (37) is a veterinarian at Hillside Animal Hospital in New Albany. Marc (34) is married to Araceli, with four kids under the age of 4. Marc works for Campus IQ, a tech startup in Austin, TX.
“Not only does CFSI provide my paycheck, but there isn't another job anywhere that combines the satisfaction of doing great work that lifts up your entire community. I work with a great team and a fabulous board of directors that guide what we do. This is absolutely hands down my favorite job of all-time.”
What do you like to do when you’re not working? “Read, primarily mysteries. I also enjoy boating and hiking.”
What is left to accomplish on your Bucket List? “Iceland and riding in a dogsled in Alaska even if it’s on tires in the grass in the summer, I don’t care! I just want to do it.”
Where is your favorite Southern Indiana hangout spot? “Probably my house or Savannah’s house.”
If you had unlimited capacity to fund one project for a cause you believe in, what would it be? “I'd make sure every child has a safe place to live, enough to eat, a loving family, a big group of friends, and all the tools they need to be successful in life. Oh, and world peace while we're at it! ;)”
What has been the most memorable part of your time (so far) at CFSI? “I’d say creating the Floyd County Fund and almost anything to do with helping our donors set up their own unique charitable funds to accomplish their charitable goals.”
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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN INDIANA
Kathy Watkins Director of Gift Planning, Community Foundation of Southern Indiana Lives: La Grange, KY High School: Sacred Heart Academy College: B.S. University of KY; M.S. The George Washington University; J.D. University of Louisville
Talk about your family... “I am married to my husband, Matt.”
What do you like to do when you’re not working? “I love to cook (my cookbook collection is a bit embarrassing and is still growing). I love to be outdoors – whether getting out for a good long walk or hike, or gardening at home or as a volunteer. I enjoy traveling, but I also really enjoy spending time just hanging out not doing much of anything with family and friends.”
What is left to accomplish on your Bucket List? There are so many places I would still like to visit: Egypt, Morocco, and Japan are really high on my list. I would like to get a cidery going if we can get a decent crop of apples and get all of that sorted. I would like to spend more time as a volunteer working with kids on reading and as part of the CASA network. I would like to contribute to efforts to improve access to healthy locally produced food, both in schools and elsewhere. There is more, but I'll stop there.”
Where is your favorite Southern Indiana hangout spot? “My husband and I used to really love New Albanian and Pints and Union in New Albany. Both Jeffersonville and New Albany have such beautiful historic downtowns, and it has been great to see all of the preservation efforts and investments in spaces that draw people in on the weekends. I have also been going to Huber's Orchard since I was a little girl (I have to get my winesaps every fall), so I can't leave Huber's off of the list!”
Why do you support CFSI? “The good work that is done on the part of the board, staff, supporters, and partners such as the IU AREC every day to improve lives.”
If you had unlimited capacity to fund one project for a cause you believe in, what would it be? “I would say it’d likely be food insecurity and access. For me, this is fundamental everyone should have enough food to nourish themselves and their families.”
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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN INDIANA
Kari Weilbaker Finance Associate, Community Foundation of Southern Indiana Lives: Fredericksburg, IN High School: North Harrison High School (Ramsey, IN) College: Freed-Hardeman University (Henderson, TN)
Talk about your family... “I am married to my husband, Terry. We have three children: Levi (15) is a sophomore at North Harrison High School. He participates in soccer, archery, and track. Coen (12) is a 7th grader at North Harrison Middle School. He participates in soccer and archery. Sadi (9) is a 4th grader at Morgan Elementary School. She participates in soccer and will begin archery this year. They are also involved in 4-H, church, and various school activities.”
What do you like to do when you’re not working? “Watching my kids do their various activities and relaxing when I can.”
What is left to accomplish on your Bucket List? “Going to Hawaii.”
Where is your favorite Southern Indiana hangout spot? “Probably anywhere I can watch my kids do the activities they love.”
Why do you support CFSI? “I want to do my part in helping support the needs in the community.”
If you had unlimited capacity to fund one project for a cause you believe in, what would it be? “Helping children.”
What has been the most memorable part of your time (so far) at CFSI? “I have enjoyed meeting new people and learning more about the nonprofit organizations serving our community.”
How would you spend your ideal vacation? “At a beach.”
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