Under new leadership, the Anoka-Ramsey Community College (ARCC) Coon Rapids Foundation has been hard at work raising funds and crafting a strategic plan for the next three to five years.

New Board Members
The newest members of the Foundation’s Board of Directors, which began their first three-year terms last October, include:

• Marge Christensen

  Ms. Christensen is Office Manager for Klein Bank in Coon Rapids, Minn. Married to Vic Christensen, she lives in Coon Rapids.

• Lisa DuFault

  Ms. DuFault is Chief Financial Officer for Gorham Builders, Inc. in Andover, Minn. She is married to Guy DuFault and lives in Andover.

• Aleesha Kveton

  Ms. Kveton is Director of Marketing for Village Bank in Blaine, Minn. An alumna of the college, Ms. Kveton lives in Blaine.

• Verne McPherson

  Mr. McPherson is Chief Executive Officer of Tolerance Master, Inc. in Circle Pines, Minn. He and his wife, Susan, live in New Brighton.

Strategic Planning
The foundation’s mission is to promote an awareness and understanding of the college and its educational, cultural and developmental value to the surrounding communities. In service of that mission, the foundation raises funds for student scholarships and other college needs. A consultant will be hired to assist the board in its strategic and business planning.

In the short-term, five members of the board will complete their terms in July, so the board has formed a nominating committee to recruit new candidates. To recommend individuals for candidacy, or for more information, contact the Foundation Office at 763-433-1220.

Events Calendar
The foundation holds a number of events throughout the year to help raise funds. Upcoming events include:

• May 23: Coon Rapids Campus: It's All in the Bag: Life, Love, & Laughter with Lori & Julia (from FM107)
• July 25: Coon Rapids Campus: 15th Annual Golf Event
• October 12: Coon Rapids Campus: Prairie Home Delights.