In 2013, a group of New Haven residents recognized the need within the community for a philanthropic organization that would allow individuals and businesses to the opportunity to make tax-deductible contributions that would fund grants for the benefit of New Haven today, and for future generations.
This group acknowledged how important it is to make sure that these areas were funded so that New Haven could continue to grow as a viable and desirable community for current and future residents.
OUR BOARD
Our board consists of local business, government, and faith-based leaders, educators, and community volunteers.
Sarah Arnold
Board Chair | Chair, Communications/Growth Committee
SociallySeasoned, LLC, CEO/Social Media Strategist
Emily Almodovar
Board Member
Matthew 25 Health and Dental Clinic, Communications Manager
Mandy Baker
Board Member | Grants Committee Chair
New Haven Intermediate, Instructional Coach
Josh Dommer
Board Member
Garrett Middle School, Assistant Principal/Athletic Director
Nick Goranson
Board Member
New Haven Parks and Recreation, Grounds and Landscape Director
Paige Kennedy
Board Secretary
New Haven Resident and Community Member
Zach Moord
Board Member
New Haven Police Department, K9 Officer
Donna Quandt
Board Member | Event Committee Co-Chair
Community Volunteer
Marilyn Stemmler
Board Member | Events Committee Co-Chair
Retired EACS Educator
ADVISORY BOARD
Our Advisory Council is a dedicated, non-voting group of community-minded people.
Mike Clendenen
Advisory Board Member
New Haven Parks & Recreation, Superintendent
Craig Dellinger
Advisory Board Member
City of New Haven, 3rd District City Councilman
New Haven Print, President
FOUNDING MEMBER
Sam Graves
Advisory Board Member | Immediate Past Board Chair
Strahm Building Solutions, President
Charlie Hatten
Advisory Board Member | Events Committee Chair
New Haven Chamber of Commerce, President/CEO
FOUNDING MEMBER
Sarah Kreigh
Advisory Board Member
Partners First Federal Credit Union, Branch Sales Manager
Steve McMichael
Advisory Board Member
Imagine Real Estate, Owner/Managing Broker
City of New Haven, Mayor ProTempore/City Council President
Paulding-Putnam Electric Cooperative, Vice Chairman
FOUNDING MEMBER
Dean Shaffer
Board Member
SGI Inc., Chief Operating Officer
Terry Werling
Advisory Board Member
City of New Haven, City Council Member
City of New Haven, Former Mayor
Macy’s, Sales Professional
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