A recent Impact Grant to the Starke County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) may save lives. The grant of $14,350 was used to purchase a mechanical device, called a LUCAS CPR device, as well as one year of maintenance for the device. The technology performs non-stop...
Mary Kleinfehn is a newer member of the Starke County Community Foundation board. While she hasn't been with us long, her passion for the community is evident, and we're thrilled she's chosen to join our Community Foundation family. Read our q & a with Mary...
The NICF is proud to introduce our next very special board member of the week, Joan Haugh Beatty. Joan is outstandingly dedicated to her community, and she's truly an asset for the Community Foundation....
The NICF is excited to introduce board member Caroline Jones. Caroline is such a joy to be around. She truly exemplifies what it means to be a pillar of our community!...
The Community Foundation is proud to introduce our board member of the week, Doug Kuepper. Doug goes above and beyond for his community and for the Foundation, and we're grateful to have him as part of the team! Read our interview with Doug below....
Linda is a retired educator. During her career she served area schools both in the classroom and as an administrator. In addition to serving on the Community Foundation board, she is also involved with the Heartery in Kewanna and has served on the CASA of...
We are thrilled to introduce NICF board member Marcia Minard. Marcia is also the President of the Miami County Community Foundation Service Committee. We are so grateful to have her as part of our Community Foundation family! Here's our interview with her:...
Our next featured board member is Dave Altman! Dave and his crew at Altman Lawn Service, LLC help to keep Starke County beautiful. Dave is an all-around outstanding guy, and we're thankful he's part of our organization. Read our interview with Dave below: 1. Where did...
Kirk grew up on a small farm outside of Atwood, Indiana. He went to Mentone Elementary, Talma Junior High, and he graduated from Tippecanoe Valley High School in 1977. He then began a busy and exciting college career! He graduated high school on a Saturday...
This week's featured board member is Rita Jackson. Rita is a true pillar of the community, always going above and beyond to give back to others through the Community Foundation and the other organizations she's involved with. Rita has such a kind and generous spirit,...