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DIRECTORS OF PHILANTHROPY In this issue, The Independent celebrates the remarkable people in Our Town who donate so much of their time and talents to charitable organizations. They make Kansas City a better place to live.
To foster a culture that inspires philanthropy to achieve university priorities.
BOARD MEMBERS: Robert Regnier, board chair • Chancellor Mauli Agrawal • Debby Ballard Nathanael Hagedorn • William Lyons • Patricia MacDonald • Lindsey Patterson-Smith Ryan Rapp • Jerry Reece • Dr. Nelson Sabates • Marny Sherman Joshua Sosland • William Taylor • Frank Wewers
CATHOLIC EDUCATION FOUNDATION
For 25 years, the Catholic Education Foundation has been transforming the lives of children and families by providing scholarships and access to exceptional K-12 Catholic education at schools in the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas.
Board Members: (Seated) Dr. Vince Cascone, Courtney Raupp, Colleen Hochberg, and Vincent Anch (standing) Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann, Craig Gaffney, RJ Gildea, Toby Cook, Andy Eilert, John Shaw, Chris Hane, and Bill Maloney (out of camera range) Jenney Babcock, Father Nick Blaha, Lisa Connor, Chad Gassen, Jeff Jaworski, Darren Lovick, Chris Miller, Denise Mills, Bert Seefeldt, and Dr. Jamie Wagner
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The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.
Board Members: (Seated) Sherri Odell, Bryan O’Toole, Juanita Howland, Brooke Tarvin, board chair; Marjie Knust, and JoAnn Woody, American Red Cross (standing) Ryan Scott, David Laird, Ben Hass, Melody Smith, Suzie Carpenter, and Alyssa Vargas (out of camera range) Joan Remmers, Ellen Cray, Johnny Bunton, Ted Stodolka, and Jared Dirks
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art invites all people to explore the art in its care, and through its broad collection, the depths and complexities of human experiences. We welcome and provide free access to everyone to enjoy and contemplate artistic creations from 5,000 years ago to present day.
2023–2024 NELSON-ATKINS BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEMBERS: Evelyn Craft Belger, board chair Alejandro Sánchez Alvarado Mary Atterbury Ann Baum Pete Browne Ramin Cherafat Dr. Valerie Chow Paul DeBruce
Andrea Feinberg Scott Francis Bill Gautreaux Rick Green Lewis Gregory Don Hall, Jr. Shirley Bush Helzberg Neil Karbank
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DIRECTORS OF PHILANTHROPY To inspire and engage through the beauty, power and passion of dance
Board Members: (Front Row) Aviva Ajmera, Cindy Hampton, Anne Elsberry, and Angela Walker (middle row) Patricia Macdonald, Barbara Storm, board president; Suzanne Shank, Jack Rowe, Joab Ortiz, Mark Sappington, Stephen Doyal, Dr. John D. Hunkeler, Dr. Donna M. Davis, and Cyndi James, Kansas City Ballet Guild president (back row) Carolyn W. Parkerson, Devon Carney, Kansas City Ballet; Derald Davis, David Harris, Sarah J. Nelson, Kathleen Nemechek, Marissa Wickam, BARRE KC president; Tracy Musolf, and David Gray, Kansas City Ballet (out of camera range) Julia Irene Dennie-Kauffman, Charlotte Kemper Black, Linda Lenza, Steve McDowell, Rachel Merlo, and Kent V. Stallard, and Lucy Wells Coulson
Women’s Employment Network (WEN) works to help women raise their self-esteem and achieve economic independence through sustained employment.
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Board Members: (Front row) Jen Regas, Cathy Baier, Kimberly Jones, Aviva Ajmera, Toni Walsh, and Kelly Eschweiler (middle row) Stacey Paine, board chair; Sherry Turner, WEN; Megan Whitman, Sylvya Stevenson, Arlene Mockapetris, and Stacey Callands (back row) Rachel Smith, Julie Bowen, Patrice Brown, Julie Pine, Nicole Miller, and Sharon Holmes (out of camera range) Amber Goering, Jahna Riley, and Shaneé Kimber
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To collect, preserve, make available to the public materials documenting the social, economic, political and cultural histories of persons of African descent in the Central United States, with an emphasis on the Kansas City, Missouri, region. The Black Archives is an educational resource and provides access to its collections for research, exhibition, and publication to honor our community’s heritage and to catalyze public awareness. Hartzell Gray
Tamarra Anthony
Allan Gray
Mark Davis
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Shawn Edwards
Michael Patton
Dr. Marjorie Williams, board chair
To build brighter futures for children and adults with disabilities by providing educational, vocational and therapeutic services.
Board Members: (Front row) Seth Baker, Theresa Levings, Dr. Siabhan May-Washington, Amy Castillo, Ability KC; Bonnie Pearson, Jean Kiene, Jeanne Sosland, and Dr. Robert Jackson (back row) Brad Hamilton and Lindsey Roy (out of camera range) Jim Clay, Bob Dunn, Doug Elmer, Sara Gude, and Patrick Hosty
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DIRECTORS OF PHILANTHROPY Gilda’s Club Kansas City uplifts and strengthens people impacted by cancer by providing support, fostering compassionate communities, and breaking down barriers to care .... So that everyone impacted by cancer receives the support they want and need throughout their experience.
Board Members: (Front row) Siobhan McLaughlin-Lesley, Gilda’s Club Kansas City; Jill Waldman, Connie Wood, Beth Nay, and Carrie Lavin (back row) Dave Stadler, Rick Luchinsky; Adam Eakes, Sean Ensminger, Paul Herdtner, board president; Julia Klaas, Marcus Rhodes, Ken Dumas, and Dr. Ron Chen (out of camera range) Sharon Latimer, Kathy Benich, Brenda Buhrmester, Ivan Cortes, Carlanda McKinney, Barb Millard, Rochinda Pickens, Eze Redwood, Rob Robinson, Dinah Sykes, and Paul Titterington
Transforming the lives of children and families facing challenges of mental and behavioral health, developmental trauma and autism.
BOARD MEMBERS: Pat All • Kathy Baker • Shawn Barber • Gary Church • Marty Cole • Tim Danneberg • Lindsey Erickson Oscar Espinoza • Brian Geary • Darrin Ives • Joel Jacobsen • Maggie Kolb • Marty Liston • Megan Manning Ladonna McCullough • Tom Mertz • Darren Odum • Nick Phillips • Rick Poccia • Linda Smart Kim Westerfield • John Williams • Heather Winiarski • Rachel Winkler • Jason Wright
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To drive Kansas City’s overall sports strategy, enrich the quality of life, create economic impact, and raise visibility for our region.
Board Members: (Front row) Kim Beatty, Teresa Martin, Jana Merfen, Angela Hurt, Lisa Ginter, Mara Cohara, Regina Croucher, Sarah Tourville, Diane Gallagher, and Kathy Nelson (back row) Shawn Long, Dave Hall, Tucker Trotter, Jon Wright, Chuck Wyant, Susan Lyman, Scott Sherry, Tony Kempf, Jason Booker, Michael Chalfie, Bruce Miller, and Lovell Holloway (out of camera range) Jenny Housley, Matt Kenny, Brandon Martin, Michelle McConnell, Jeff Placek, Jake Reid, Kevin Sweeney, Adam Zieren, Chris Long, Tom Terry, and Brian Morris
Park University transforms lives through accessible, student centered, quality higher education.
Board Members: (Front row) Jeff Anthony, Andrew Shoffner, board of trustees chair; Shane Smeed, Park University; Terry Calaway, and Lynn Craghead (middle row) Carl Weilert, Andrew Romer, Vince Clark, and Benny Lee (back row) Scott Jackman, Ann Hansbrough, and Timothy Pachasa (out of camera range) Mitzi Cardenas, Mara Cohara, Scott Gorman, Gary Henry, and Sarah Moe
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DIRECTORS OF PHILANTHROPY To engage all youth in the arts, promote creativity, and inspire success in education.
Board Members: (Seated) Dan Earnest and Joell Ramsdell (standing) Katherine Randolph, Chelsea Templeton, Jennifer Parker, Jill Warren, board chair; and Kellie Brady (out of camera range) Brent Bowen, Elizabeth Hatting, Renee Keffer, Amy Gale, Kimberly Hines, Dr. Michelle Huston, Anupum Luhar, Audrey Masoner, and April Renner
To improve the lives of those impacted by sexual abuse and assault and to prevent sexual violence in our community. Together we can create a community free from sexual assault and abuse.
Board Members: (Front row) Karen Schroeder, Melanie Glassman, Dan Friederich, Monica Gray, Dr. Gay Purcell, Kerri Thurston, Jasmine Thompson, Melanie Fenske, board chair; and Peter Brownlie (back row) Julie Donelon, MOCSA; Jessi Bixler, Adam Hawley, Martin T. Rucker II, Mark Stocks, Dr. Michael L. Weaver, Patty Becker, and Ingrid VanBiber (out of camera range) Lauren Allen, J. Zachary Bickel, Kalinda Calkins, Denise Delcore, Libby Henry, Patricia Mitchell, Kris Reeder, and Trina R. Ricketts
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To provide a meaningful voice and connection that instills hope and builds resilience for children who have experienced abuse and neglect.
Board Members: (Front Row) Angie Leondedis Schwartz, Caroline Wake, Jayne Friedland Holland, Kristen Hughes, Angela Mosby, and Sarah Lauck (back row) Josh Morton, David Palmatier, Jennifer Dougan, Jay Highfill, Michelle Suter, Cezanne Wikoff, and David Platt (out of camera range) Darnell Reid, Kristi Puder, Kimberly Demel, Jim Martin, Kama Moseley, and the Honorable Thomas Kelly Ryan
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To increase postsecondary education and credential attainment of low- and moderate-income adults and to significantly expand the number of adults who secure family-sustaining careers. KC Scholars provides life-changing financial assistance and support for students and adults to attend college or get career training.
Board Members: James B. Betterman, Jodi Coombs, Michelle Kay, Jan Kreamer, Beto Lopez, Michael McAfee, Earl Martin Phalen, Michael Roane, Jeff Simon, and David Warm
Tammy Edwards, board chair
To preserve the Folly Theater, Kansas City’s oldest historic theater, as a premier performance venue, we commit to maintain our building’s heritage, diversify our programs and entertainment offerings, and be an enthusiastic participant in the continuing revitalization of downtown Kansas City.
Board Members: (Front row) Hoang-Anh Tran, board president; Jasmine Thompson, and Stacy Purvis (middle row) Megan Whitman, Josue Montes, and Michael Gonzales (back row) Debbie Williams, William Coughlin, Rick Starks, John Wood, and Anna Bazan-Munguia (out of camera range) David Bock, Mark Carlson, Mark Eagleton, Karenbeth Zacharias, Kim Jones, Fred Nelson, Steve Paddock, and Sara Welch
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To create a kinder and more compassionate world through the power of storytelling.
Board Members: (Front row) Mandi Kearns, Lori Lewellen, Stephanie Eilert, Tim Hakes, board chair; Founder Jen Greenstreet, Just Like You Films; Lance Larson, Mara Christie, and Taylor Dunn (back row) Shawn Edwards, Bill Hans, Betsy Lindsey, Just Like You Films; and Brooke Runnion (out of camera range) Amanda Albert and Justin Begnaud
CAPA is committed to preventing and treating all forms of child abuse and neglect by creating changes in individuals, families, and society that strengthen relationships and promote healing.
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Danielle Trabon, board president • Terri Brewer • Kimberly Lor • Emily Snow LaTasha Tuggle • Tamara Veit • Jhordan Woodard
BOARD MEMBERS: Tammy Buckner • Erin Mayfield Craig • Shanna Dennie • Mary House Rickey Lee II • Daniel O’Neill • Katie Rooney
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DIRECTORS OF PHILANTHROPY The Junior League of Kansas City, Missouri, is an organization of women committed to the advancement of women’s leadership for meaningful community impact through volunteer action, collaboration, and training.
Board Members: (Front row) Sara Harrison, Cathy Cisetti, Lori Longoria, Nikki Hokanson, Monica Curls, Chelsea Chaney, Jennifer Bass, Abigail Kennedy, Courtney Raupp, president-elect; Becky Haddican, Ericka Duker, president; Jammy Evans, Savannah Kannberg, Melissa Coleman, Abbie Rothermich, Victoria Lynch, Amanda Braun, and Caitlin Fore
To be the Nation’s leader for food and agriculture education, events and engagement
2023 OFFICERS OF THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS: Gordon Lansford, chairman • Charlie Tetrick • Cynthia Pistilli Savage • Angie Stanland • John Mitchell, Jr.
2023 AMERICAN ROYAL OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS: Ken Wagner, board chairman • Lindsey Smith • Brad Bendle • Walt George Jackie McClaskey, American Royal Association
BOARD MEMBERS: Brad Bendle • Bret Borota • Megan Bubb • Carol Carlson • Tim Congrove • Andrew Fahey • John Fuchs Jim Gamble • Walt George • Richard Green • Alden Harris • Angela Hudson • Brian Illig • Cliff Illig • Mark Kolkhorst Ann Konecny • John Lagemann • Gordon Lansford • Missy Love • Alex Lowe • Pat Macy • Bob Marsh Ford Maurer • Russ Meinhardt • John Moncke • David Morris • Blake Nelson • Ben Nichols • Jeanette Prenger Amy Polen • Mike Roos • Jara Settles • Lindsey Smith • Mark Stewart • David Stofer • Sarah Tate Charlie Tetrick • Mark Thomas • Ken Wagner • Jack Ward • Ryan Wilkerson • Jeff Yowell 40 | October 28, 2023 |
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The Children’s Place: where children and families heal from life’s deepest hurts.
Board Members: (Seated) Dr. Mabel Tinjaca, Molly Hunter, and Amy Allen (standing) Mitch Peterson, Brad Boeshaar, David Emley, Dr. Elizabeth Hastings, Katie Gound, Kristen Harrelson, Karen Glickstein, Bruce Pendleton, Matt FitzGerald, Rudy Liggins, Lindsay Ford, Katie Wasserstrom, Mike Levitan, Kevin Martinez, Laura Jones, and Katie Erwin (out of camera range) Danelle Bender, Mike Ensz, David Hellen, Rhonda Holman, and Dawn McPherson
Friends of the UMKC Conservatory To provide vital support for scholarships and fellowships for Conservatory students, to expand public awareness of the important achievements of the Conservatory, to strengthen partnerships between the Conservatory and the Kansas City community, and to provide members with access to Conservatory activities and resources.
Board Members: (First row) Nancy Panzer-Howell, Ayca Cil, board president-elect; and JoZach Miller, board president (second row) Barbara Storm, Michele Hamlett-Weith, Annette Luyben, and Erik Elving (third row) Joan Horan, Loren Whittaker, Julia Kim-Malter, and Amy Embry (fourth row) Donna Patton, Don Dagenais, Mark Mattison, UMKC Foundation; and Darren Sextro (out of camera range) Bev Elving, Pam Welker, Karla Batlle, Emily Carney, Laura Comer, Sarah Dubin, Stephanie Hagmeier, Charles Harvey, Dale Jarka, Carrie McLiney, Calvin Ricks, Melanie Rine, and Nicole Wang
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DIRECTORS OF PHILANTHROPY To benefit and promote the charitable, social, scientific, educational, civic, health-related, research and social welfare interests and activities of Saint Luke’s Hospital of Kansas City.
Board Members: (Front row) Nancy Bentz, Cacki Smith, Edie Grafing, Suzanne Swender, Susan Spencer, and Nancy Van Sooy (back row) Carol Gannon, Marcy Waugh, Cindy Cowherd, Becky Quinn, Mary Kerr, Blythe Launder, Terri Curran, and Starr Wagstaff
To provide children with special needs the opportunity for an inclusive education in the Catholic schools they attend.
Board Members: (Front row) Gretchen Vosburgh, Katheigh Degen, Ryan VanDyke, Mary Madden, Lynn Hire, FIRE Foundation; Francie Knackendoffel, Courtney Root, and Marie Kissick (back row) Jim Still, Brian Madden, Mark Rieger, Sally Nulton Kammerer, Sean Switzer, John Joyce, Buffy Gunter, Erin Neuburger, board president; and Ryan Underwood (out of camera range) Jenny Stasi, Mark Ungashick, Chris Gaughan, and Peggy VanDyke
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Through high expectations, University Academy prepares students to succeed in institutions of higher education, and to serve as positive role models and valuable members of the community.
David Dickey
Paul Greenwood
J. Camille Hall
Barnett C. Helzberg, Jr., chairman emeritus and founder
Shirley Bush Helzberg, founder
Katie Kwo Gerson, board chairman
Jeron Ravin
LeRay Warrior
Connecting our community through live arts experiences that entertain, inspire, and engage.
Board Members: (Front row) Toby Cook, Emily Tilgner, Tempe Ostergren Elsberry, Robert Wolf, Howard Cohen, Lindsey Rood-Clifford, Starlight; Wendy Burgess, Tondeé Lutterman, Aviva Ajmera, Carey Wilkins, and Anita B. Gorman (middle row) Angelo Trozzolo, Michael Condon, Mark Fortino, Heather Jones, Jill Farrell, Joni Cobb, Amy Guerich, Jenny Housley, Lesley Elwell, Michael T. Lanning, Jeff Carson, and Mark Van Dyne (back row) Mark Coulter, Troy Nash, Terry O’Toole, Richard Heise, Michael Knecht, Steve Doyal, Vanessa Vaughn West, Kevin Kelly, Robert Hingula, Ramsey Mohsen, and Nikki Emison (out of camera range) Becky Blades, Sabrina Wiewel, Dean Newton, Michael Collins, and Ed Enyeart
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Harvesters mobilizes the power of our community to create equitable access to nutritious food and address the root causes and impact of hunger.
Board Members: (Front row) Meredith McCormick, Ruki Neuhold-Ravikumar, Tiffany Owens, Melissa Sieben, Alissia Canady, and Brent Varzaly (back row) Dan Crumb, Stacy Bowen, Estuardo Garcia, Kevin Strathman, Eric Buckman, and Carrie McAtee (out of camera range) Jamie Allen, Tressa Angell, Graciela Berumen, Christa Dubill, Jennifer Gonzales, Jackie Loya-Torres, Shanita McAfee-Bryant, and Phil Witt
Generating Income For Tomorrow (G.I.F.T.) creates quality paying jobs in the urban core of Kansas City in an effort to close our local racial wealth gap, reduce poverty-related crime, and provide economic opportunity for the Black community. We do this by providing grants and technical support to Black-owned businesses that operate in the historically redlined areas of Kansas City. Board Members: Ryonda Hall, D’juan Love, board chair; Brandon Calloway, co-founder and executive board member; Cornell Gorman, co-founder and executive board member; Karis Harrington, executive board member; Cynthia Benbow, and Eze Redwood
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HNC Living Foundation is dedicated to helping head and neck cancer patients live life fully during and after treatment by providing financial aid.
Board Members: (Front row) Gail Gottlieb, Monica Nguyen-Francis, Janice Benjamin, Rachel Cannon, Teresa Walsh, Danielle Puzio, and Dr. Terrence Tsue (back row) Mandy Roe, Tom Walsh, Bill White, and Brad Scott (out of camera range) Banks Floodman and Kristin Tyson
Women’s Committee for the UMKC Conservatory To support the Conservatory and its students by raising scholarship funds and providing scholarship students with performance opportunities.
Board Members: (Front row) Mary Denise Wagner, Yvonne Jameson, Karen Hartzler, Nancy Panzer-Howell, Gina Sink, and Barbara Lutman (back row) Michelle Hamlett-Weith, Linda Horn, Jeanne Redick, Nancy Thompson, Linda Robbins, Bonnie Chaney, Marylou Turner, and Linda Stevens (out of camera range) Napaport Schwegler
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2) *5($7(5 .$16$6 &,7< Founded in 1912, the mission of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City is the development of leadership, self-esteem, values and skills for boys and girls, ages 5-18, with an emphasis on youth from disadvantaged circumstances. The Clubs’ main goal is for every child to graduate from high school on-time and with post-secondary plans for the future.
BOARD MEMBERS: Andy Brummel • Andy Burczyk • Frank Caro • Cecelia Carter • Chris Cox Holly Doering-Powell • Margaret Donnelly • Abby Eden • Bob Firnhaber Paul Fischer • L. Nathan Gause • Jill Gray • Mike Haggerty • Trudie Hall • Sylvia Haverty Charles Hunter • John January • Brandy Johnson • Zalman Kohen • Brandon Martin • Ryan Matthews Scott McVicker, board chair; • Maurice Moss • Ivan Nugent • Susie Oliver • Roshann Parris • David Parrish Andy Pence • Allison Porter • Mary Ann Queen • Bill Schafer • Steve Sestak • Cathy Beaham Smith Betsy Spotts • Anna Stubblefield • Mary Swanson • Kristin Tyson • Tim Waltrip Jo Anne Williams • Vanessa Zambo Ex Officio Members: Jim Echols • Mark Foudree • Ashton Klindt • Brent McCune • Jason Roth • Andrew Schulte
Ending Homelessness, Transforming Lives
Board Members: (Front row) Nicole Gillespie, Monica Mallory Shrawder, and JD Huxman (back row) Tim Lambing, Brad DiTeresi, Ratana Tshibanda, Allison Swaters, Mike McHugh, and Brad Thomas (out of camera range) Alex Carnahan, LaToya and Bryant Gregg, Gary Hailes, and Bob Wright
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To make the works of Shakespeare and Shakespeare-inspired works accessible to a diverse audience through a free, professional, outdoor festival, and additional free and paid performances and educational programs.
Board Members: (Front row) Lisa Wendelburg, Bill Yé, Bev Elving, Karen Holland, Barbara Bloch, Patricia Davison, Wade Kerrigan, and Chris Gramling (back row) Dr. Blake Wendelburg, Jason Waldron, Tom Mentzer, Chris Bannister, and Paul Gutierrez (out of camera range) Michael Abrams, Bernie Ashcraft, Dr. Scott Ashcraft, Dan Bukovac, Jessica Chanos, Deanna Diebolt, Allan Gray, TJ Lynn, Jonathan Staton, and Linda Word
Helping people move to a better life through hope-filled care, services, and advocacy; calling all those of goodwill to join us.
Board Members: (Front row: includes bottom two members on screen): Karen Noel, Catholic Charities of Kansas City-St. Joseph (ex-officio); Melissa Frerking, Lindsay Jarquio, Mike Tesmer, Claudia Greim, Justin Pulikkan, Felicia Menefee, Rod Carson, Patty Sack, and Patrick Miller, ex-officio (back row: includes top two members on screen): Andrew Shepard, Jeni Doolittle, Ike Nwabuonwu, John McGurk, Emily Holwick, Deacon Joe Arnone, and Doug Hoeschler (out of camera range) Ed Kremer, Karen Mitchell-Layton, and Father Jonathan Davis
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DIRECTORS OF PHILANTHROPY To break the cycle of domestic violence by providing safe refuge and supportive services that educate and empower those impacted by domestic violence. Hope House will advocate social change that protects and engenders a person's right to live a life free of abuse.
Board Members: (Seated) Matthew Oldroyd, Abby Mocek, Tara Steiner, Julie Ross, MaryAnne Metheny, Hope House; Jaime Simpson, Douglas Schmitt, Crystal Howard, and Joe Kauten (standing) TJ Dunavant, Laura Landes, Camille Roe, Erica Froelich, Drew McMonigle, Laney Abraham, Amy Doll, Julie Lonergan, Adrienne Foster, Nicole Harris, Kerrie Lindberg, and Angela Ross-Presnell (out of camera range) Samuel Dean
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Giving Hope & Help supports domestic violence survivors, provides essential resources to end period poverty, empowers college bound and non-traditional students and inspires cancer patients, lifting all those we serve to live their best life.
Board Members: Lindsay St. Germain, Jacqueline Braswell, Felissa Johnson, Jessica McClellan, founder; Kevin McClellan, Reverend Frances Spearman, Jill Hays, Renee Sutherland, and Stacey Koenig
The Angel Investor Foundation is advancing the art and science of angel investing to accelerate innovation and economic growth.
Ron Weissman, board chair
John Harbison
Marcia Dawood
Tony Shipley
Pat Gouhin, Angel Capital Association
Eva Doss
Mark Friedman
Kevin Kudra
Silvia Mah
Kristina Montague
Benjamin David Novak
Clay Rankin
Michal Soclof
Rick Timmins
Eli Velasquez
Nicole Washington
Sandy Wollman
Dawn Batts
www.angelinvestorfoundation.org
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City Union Mission is an evangelical Christian ministry committed to sharing the gospel and meeting the spiritual, physical, and emotional needs of men, women and children who are poor or homeless.
BOARD MEMBERS: Sheri Blauwiekel, board president George Brooks • Robert Brown • Diane Calhoon • Kerry Classen • Jim Ewan • Paul Johnson • Leon Jones David Langford • Vincent Lopez • Tim O’Brien • Ken Riedemann • Cedar Robinson Kevin Rucker • Mark Sewalson • Mike Wallace
To collaborate with the community to empower, connect, and impact families by alleviating diaper need.
Board Members: (Front row) Lon Lowenstein, Richard Dixson, and Molly Kerr (back row) Kristal Ronnebaum, Pia Nitzschke, Shari Nelson, Mary Beth Rohlf, Darin Roth, Mark Ungashick, and Adam Moore (out of camera range) Lisa Avery, Jon Carpenter, John Dehardt, Mariah Jordan, and Tom Witty
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We develop leaders who bravely make the world a more just place. We nurture the whole child, instill a growth mindset, and foster cultural competence.
Dr. Eric Sipes, board president
Jason LaSalle
Kiva Dennis
Vicki Miller
Dr. Kerry Dixon
Tiffany Price
Kraig Kohring
Di’Anna Saffold
Sherry Twyman
To improve the quality of life of those with disabilities and diverse needs through Equine-Assisted Services. We are committed to changing lives, one ride at a time!
Board Members: (Front row) Kayla Chase, Sandy Rose, and Courtney Fahey (back row) Skip Peavey, Chrissy Ruark, Joni Roeseler, Pam Cowan, Stan Woodworth, Sarah Rizzo, Tom Bauer, and Sarah Ferguson, board chair (out of camera range) Tyler Bachman, Austin Berke, Allison Chick, and Lindsey Welsh
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