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As a member of the Board of Directors for Friends in Need, I am able to be an asset to my  community and provide help and support to those in my community who are most in need."

Board of Directors

Friends in Need is led by a dynamic and dedicated Board of Directors who are passionate about serving our community and supporting the organization's executive director. Board members serve two-year terms and provide guidance and direction to ensure the food shelf's success.  Board Members can be reached at info@finfood.org

If you're interested in being a part of this dynamic group of people, please contact Michelle Rageth at (651) 458-0730 or director@finfood.org. 

Executive Committee
Kevin McCarthy (Marco Awards)
President

Darlene Scott (Phoenix House)
Board Vice President
Governance Committee

Charles McElveen (Tartan Strategies)
Treasurer

Marge Meconis (District 833 - Retired)
Board Secretary, Donor Development Committee


Board Members
Bridget Davis (Long Term Care Group)
Donor Development Committee

Brian Engelking (Ameriprise Financial)
Finance Committee

Chuck Kaiser (District 833 - Retired)
Donor Development Committee

Bonnie DeKoster (Bremer Insurance)
Chair of Governance Committee

Greg Langbehn (Greg's Tax Service)
Finance Committee

Korwin Schmidt (New Life Academy)
Finance Committee

Francesca Vaala (US Bank - Retired)
Donor Development Committee