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Giving Philosophy
Giving Philosophy
We build on foundations we did not lay
We build on foundations we did not lay
We warm ourselves by fires we did not light
We warm ourselves by fires we did not light
We sit in the shade of trees we did not plant
We sit in the shade of trees we did not plant
We drink from wells we did not dig
We drink from wells we did not dig
We profit from persons we did not know
We profit from persons we did not know
For this, I am grateful and humbly pay it forward for the next generation.
For this, I am grateful and humbly pay it forward for the next generation.
Involvement through the local chapter of the Insititute of Internal Auditors (IIA) allows me to stay connected with individuals within the internal audit profession.
Involvement:
Board Secretary
Certifications Chair
From website:
Be a dynamic leader and resource to the Washington D.C. internal audit and risk management community through the following key mission pillars:
Providing professional education on standards, trends, and best practices for internal audit, risk management, technology, and governance and for the region’s industry focus areas such as the government and non-profit sectors.
Promoting the internal auditing profession and its value to organizations, professionals, and students. Bringing together internal audit and risk practitioners from across the Washington DC area to network, share information and experiences and build connections.
Augustana University is my alma mater and a nonprofit, liberal arts university with a mission I believe in. I am grateful for the donors of time, money, and attention that gave and allowed me to attend Augustana University. I now donate and volunteer for Augustana University to further expand their mission.
Involvement:
Dillon DeBoer Scholarship and donations to student groups
Augustana Alumni Association Board Member
Graduates of the Last Decade (young alumni group) Vice-President
Augustana University Association Representative
Augustana University Association Trustee Nominating Committee
From website:
Founded in 1860, Augustana is a selective, comprehensive university affiliated with the Lutheran Church. With more than 100 majors, minors and pre-professional programs for undergraduates, along with graduate degree and continuing education programs, the University is committed to enriching lives and fostering development by combining a foundation in the liberal arts with professional skill and advanced study.
Augustana serves more than 2,100 students from 29 states and 36 countries. Most are part of our residential community and call our 100-acre campus home. Our graduate and continuing education programs serve students online and during times that are convenient for adult learners.
Causes close to the heart but not actively involved with any longer
Causes close to the heart but not actively involved with any longer
Young Professionals of Minneapolis (YPM)
Young Professionals of Minneapolis (YPM)
I joined Young Professionals of Minneapolis shortly after moving to the twin cities. I immediately found a great group of friends and contacts throughout the region.
Involvement:
Director of Finance on Board of Directors, 2023
Giving back to my community is important. The best way for me to get involved and meet my neighbors was getting more involved in my local neighborhood association in Elliot Park. Elliot Park Neighborhood has a lot of opportunities and challenges ahead of it as downtown Minneapolis continues to grow and change. I look forward to helping service and guide this community through my involvement.
Involvement:
Board member since 2024
From website:
Elliot Park Neighborhood, Inc. (EPNI) was established in 1976 with a primary focus of reinvesting in the community through renovation of existing housing and investment in new housing. The focus of the organization has shifted over the years and current mission is to build community vitality by connecting & empowering neighbors.
Our current work focuses on: 1) land use and transportation, 2) food access, and 3) tenant rights. We invite you to join us in this work!
After moving back to Sioux Falls, I realized I longed for the time each week to unplug and become grounded again. For me, that has always been best achieved through worship. I happened upon Peace Lutheran Church and instantly liked it. Peace Lutheran Church is a welcoming church that is focused on outreach. In 2018, I was elected to the Church Council, where I am now able to serve as a leader and visionary for the congregation.
Involvement:
Board Member (including President-Elect)
Introduced a new method of goal setting, which the Board adopted in 2018
Space Visioning Committee (a building committee to evaluate the uses of current and future building needs)
Reviewed church financial statements and controls 2016-2017 pro bono
Served on the internship committee
My involvement in St. Dysmas started in high school when I was first able to visit the prison church. I attended worship at least twice per year at St. Dysmas for the rest of high school and thereafter throughout college. The opportunity to serve St. Dysmas came after I graduated and moved back to South Dakota after my first job. A family-friend heard St. Dysmas was in need of a Treasurer and gave them my contact information. After being Treasurer, I served as vice-chairman and then as Chairman of the Board. My time on the St. Dymas Board has included the change of two pastors and the launch of the new reentry program that assists men when they are released from prison.
Involvement:
Former Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Treasurer, and Board Member
Assisted in drafting program proposal for the launch of the reentry program
Assisted in drafting policies and procedures for the staff and Board to follow
I first heard about Junior Achievement through my former employer and an Augustana University friend. After learning more about this organization, I excitedly volunteered and believed JA brings great skills and education to the classroom. I wish I had a program like this available to me when I was a student. For this reason, I volunteered as a classroom volunteer. Well, that and I thoroughly enjoyed teaching the finance and money lessons.
Involvement:
Classroom volunteer
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