KANSAS 4-H FOUNDATION - Key Persons

Job Titles:

• ANNUAL GIVING MANAGER
• DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
• Foundation Staff Member

Callie manages the strategic implementation of our annual giving program, including the creation and coordination of initiatives in development and donor relations. She develops and manages an integrated multi-channel plan of cultivation and solicitation strategies focused on building and maintaining a culture of philanthropy. Callie works remotely in Linn, KS most of the week and stays well connected with the team through technology. She is a graduate of Kansas State University with a degree in journalism and mass communications. Callie previously worked at the K-State Foundation in their annual giving department and at Family Medicine of Washington County. Callie believes philanthropy is being able to give back and share success with others. She loves the "pay it forward" mentality and finds it truly rewarding to work for a non-profit organization. Callie is happiest when she is with her son and her husband along with family and friends. She loves when they are all together because she thinks "being together" is the best place to be! Callie enjoys a fun road trip as well as the sweet and salty combination of popcorn and peanut butter m&m's.

Job Titles:

• Foundation Staff Member
• DATABASE and STEWARDSHIP ASSISTANT

Job Titles:

• Foundation Staff Member
• COMMUNICATIONS and PUBLIC RELATIONS ASSISTANT

Lakin Cherry is in her final year at Kansas State University where she is dual majoring in Animal Science Industry and Agriculture Communication and Journalism. Along with two minors in Agriculture Sales and Business. Lakin is from Crawford County where she was a member of the Bone Creek 4-H club in the Wildcat District for 11 years. During Lakin's years in 4-H she submerged herself with the goat and lamb project. Within these projects Lakin found her niche and got to travel all over the state of Kansas attending jackpot shows, country fairs, state and national wide shows. Growing up in a heavy 4-H community it was a well-known fact that Lakin's parents would have her join one of the many clubs in the county. Her parents believed strongly in all the values and opportunities that 4-H had to offer to youth. When Lakin is not at the Foundation, she enjoys traveling whether it's to a livestock show or even the beach. She also enjoys spending time with her family and friends. Also loves spending time with kids from her county and helping them with their 4-H projects and teaching the life lessons they gain from 4-H.

Job Titles:

• Foundation Staff Member
• ASSISTANT VICE PRESIDENT for DEVELOPMENT

Inspired by philanthropy and the 4-H motto To Make the Best Better, Lindsey directs strategic implementation and management of our annual campaign. This includes managing initiatives in development and donor relations. She is a bubbly and motivated leader with experience in direct mail marketing, campaign management and enhancing non-profit annual giving programs as she worked at the K-State Foundation prior to joining our team. She is a product of the 4-H program and is honored to give back to an organization that gave her so much as a child. Lindsey is a 4-H member in Dickinson Co. where she enjoyed all leadership opportunities and the chance to work together with youth and adult volunteers while serving her community. Whether in clothing-buymanship or with her pet parakeet, Charlie, consultation judging experiences helped her to better communicate her thoughts and led her to study mass communications at Kansas State University. She comes from a long line of wildcats and 4-H members, so it's natural that she bleeds purple (and 4-H green! {or PMS 347}) Lindsey's contagious positive attitude, collaborative energy and attention to detail are assets to our team. In addition to being the Senior Director of Development, she recently earned the new title of "4-H mom" as her daughter is a new 4-H member. When she isn't working or being a 4-H mom, she spends her spare time catching fireflies, building with legos, reading books while snuggling with her kiddos, and learning other #MomHacks.

Job Titles:

• Foundation Staff Member
• PLANNED GIVING CONSULTANT

Lori Rogge is a Broker and Auctioneer with Gene Francis & Associates and Partner, Chief Financial Officer with Gavel Roads Online Auctions and Planned Giving Consultant with the Kansas 4-H Foundation. Rogge was senior director of development for the College of Engineering for the KSU Foundation. She led the formulation and implementation of plans in support of individual and corporate philanthropy for the college. Prior, she was a veteran academics and athletics fundraiser with broad experience in major gifts, gift planning, and capital and endowment campaigns. Rogge assisted donors with integration of their charitable intentions with their investment portfolio. This included transferring stocks and real estate, and designating their future gifts to Kansas State. Before joining the KSU Foundation, Rogge was a personal financial advisor for more than 10 years. She specialized in retirement, estate and tax planning. Rogge presented at seminars and conferences, contributed to publications, and has extensive experience in development and client relations. Rogge earned her bachelor's degree in business administration from Kansas State University and graduate of the Worldwide College of Auctioneering. She is a REALTOR® in Kansas, held a Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy certification, and life and health insurance and variable contract licenses. She is a board member for the K-State Alumni Association, Nelson Family Community Foundation, Leonardville Pride, and Women Managing the Farm. Member of National Association of REALTORS®, Kansas Association of REALTORS®, Flint Hills Association of REALTORS® (2020 President), REALTORS® Land Institute, National Association of Auctioneers, Kansas Association of Auctioneers, and Kansas Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers.

Job Titles:

• Foundation Staff Member
• DIRECTOR of COMMUNICATIONS and PUBLIC RELATIONS
• Senior Manager of Communications

Maria Childs is the Senior Manager of Communications and Public Relations. She is from Hutchinson, Kansas and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Kansas State University in Journalism and Mass Communications. Prior to joining our team, Maria worked at the Fort Riley newspaper then moved to the Junction City Daily Union for almost a year. Most recently, she worked at the K-State Alumni Association as the assistant editor and designer of the K-Stater magazine. Maria loves hearing and sharing the impact Kansas 4-H makes in youth's lives and how that is carried into their adult and professional lives. She loves how 4-H inspires others to give their time, much like she does. She enjoys giving back to her community not only through her work here, but also by volunteering at her church and with other ministries that are dear to her heart. Philanthropy, to Maria, is all about being generous with the gifts, talents, and abilities that you have. She is happiest when with her husband and two daughters.

Job Titles:

• CEO
• Foundation Staff Member
• INTERIM PRESIDENT
• VICE PRESIDENT of CAMPAIGN STRATEGY

Mindy leads the capital campaign strategy and development operations. Her experience in all aspects of development including annual giving, leadership annual giving, stewardship and major gift development has been significant and successful. Through her leadership, she connects philanthropists with their interests to leave a lasting legacy with Kansas 4-H and Rock Springs Ranch.

Job Titles:

• Foundation Staff Member
• COMMUNICATIONS and PUBLIC RELATIONS ASSISTANT

Neva Roenne is in her third year at Kansas State University where she is dual majoring in Agricultural Communications and Journalism and Global Food Systems Leadership and minoring in Agbusiness. She is also a student-athlete on the KSU Women's Rowing team and the Secretary for the Collegiate Cattlemen's Club. Neva is from Jefferson County where she was a part of many school organizations like FFA, athletics, and Student Council. She was a member of the Clover Power 4-H club in the Meadowlark District. During her 4-H years, Neva spent her time diving deep into the beef project with her dad and brothers which fueled her desire to advocate for the livestock industry in the future. She also focused on the clothing-buymanship project where she got to be herself, spend time with her mom on spontaneous shopping trips, and work with other 4-H'ers. 4-H has always been a family affair for Neva as her two older brothers and younger sister were also in 4-H. Along with their parents, they all find value in the opportunities that 4-H creates for youth in Kansas. When not at the Foundation, Neva enjoys doing absolutely anything outside, spending time and laughing with her roommates and friends, finding new music, and hitting a round of golf. She is happiest when with her family making memories.

Job Titles:

• ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
• Foundation Staff Member

Rhonda is the first smiling face you see when you walk into our office! Her welcoming personality represents our mission, and she is essential to all functions of our team, balancing a variety of tasks and daily interactions with others. With more than 20 years of prior secretarial experience, Rhonda has been happily serving the Kansas 4-H Foundation for the past 11 years. Additional past work environments include banking and middle school music education. Affectionately known as "Rhonda Red Pen", her editing assistance is valued with office