Barbara joined the Foundation in December 2016 as Administrative Assistant and was promoted to Finance Associate in September 2017.  Originally from Ohio, she has extensive experience in charitable giving, accounts payable and receivable, payroll and human resources. 

In her role as Finance Associate, Barbara manages gift and grant processing, accounts payable, payroll, HR and benefits and provide assistance to the Director of Finance.

Barbara lives in Fennville with her husband Greg.  She enjoys refurbishing and repurposing old objects and pastel painting in her spare time.  She is excited to work for an organization whose work is a powerful catalyst for community improvement and growth.