Chair

Rich Walker

"Being part of the ECF Board means I get to be part of a group that teaches people how their donated dollars can best be put to work investing in their community."

Vice-Chair

Kristopher Lakin

"Change emanates from the grassroots, which was the founding impetus of ECF more than 25 years ago and remains its bailiwick today. As Dr. King famously said, ‘Everybody can be great because everybody can serve,’ a principle that shines brightly throughout ECF’s entire organization."

Secretary
& Education Chair 

Andrea Miracle

"After assisting with scholarship interviews the last few years, I was looking for an opportunity to serve the ECF is a more meaningful and significant way."

Treasurer

Elizabeth Heil

"Being involved in ECF is about community engagement and connection for me."

Board Member

Jason Cook

“I am proud to be part of an organization dedicated to improving the overall well-being of our community."

Finance Chair

Steve Dawson

"To me, being a board member means working with a group of talented and motivated professionals to help improve the lives of people and support the mission of charities in the Edwardsville community, with an emphasis on the word 'community'."

Board Member 

Chris Layloff 

The work that [the ECF does] to help others is inspirational -- I'm proud to be a part of it."

Grants Chair

Caryn Mefford

"Working on the ECF Board with such an effective and thoughtful group of professionals is incredibly rewarding. It gives me the opportunity to blend passion and purpose in ways that directly impact our collective  community."

Board Member

Nekisha Omotola

"ECF is an opportunity to be a part of an inspiring, dedicated team of leaders who are committed to serving our community."

Board Member

Brian Paul 

"I am proud of our community and its many accomplishments, and I am appreciative of the opportunity to deepen my civic involvement and advance the community through the efforts of the Edwardsville Community Foundation."

Board Member

Kristen Pfund

"ECF Supports the community that I love in so many ways, that's why I like being a part of this organization."

Marketing Chair

Karen Schoenthal

"I love being a part of an organization that strives to assist our community and make it a better place to live. ECF provides a vehicle for individuals to invest in our community and see the positive impacts."

Sara Berkbigler

"I am honored to work with the Edwardsville Community Foundation, an organization that invests in the people and places that make our community stronger by turning generosity into lasting impact. It is an honor to serve with such a dedicated board and staff."  

Rachel Heston-Davis

"I'm honored to join the ECF and contribute to work that strengthens this community in tangible ways. Matching generosity with real need is a powerful way to support our neighbors, students, and local organizations. I look forward to working with a team that creates such a lasting impact."