OUR HISTORY

 By partnering with parents/guardians, volunteers, and others in the community, we are accountable for each child in our program achieving:

• High aspirations, greater confidence, and better relationships
• Avoidance of risky behavior
• Educational success

 We are deeply committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB). Our approach to DEIB includes:

• Fostering a Culture of Belonging - Our organization strives to create an inclusive environment where every young person, volunteer, board member, and staff member feels valued, respected, and supported. We aim to make sure that all individuals, regardless of their background, feel like they belong and are welcomed. 

• Diversity in Representation - We are committed to reflecting the diversity of our communities that we serve. This means engaging with children, families, and mentors from all racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds.

• Equity in Opportunities - We focus on ensuring that all youth, especially those from marginalized or underserved communities, have equal access to mentorship and the tools they need to succeed. we actively work to remove barriers that may prevent certain groups from benefiting from our programs.

• Inclusion in Program Delivery - Our organization’s programs are designed to be culturally responsive and inclusive, ensuring that mentoring relationships are respectful of and sensitive to different backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

• Ongoing Education and Advocacy - We are committed to continuously educating our staff, volunteers, and stakeholders on issues related to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We advocate for social justice and actively work to dismantle systemic inequalities that impact the communities we serve. 

Kurt Neeper

President

Superior Financial Solutions, LLC

Dave Farley

Vice President

Retired, Ford Motor Company

Jeff Orphal

Treasurer

Apollo Career Center

Curtis Butler

Retired, Ford Motor Company

Ric Johnson

President/CEO of CAPS Builder

Kathy Schroeder

Retired, Putnam County ESC

Jennifer Horstman

Executive Director, The Mental Health, Alcohol, and Drug Addiction Recovery

Karl Lammers

Superintendant, Kalida Local Schools

Doug Collins

Ford Motor Company

Dr. Portia G. Smith

Executive Director - BBBS of West Central Ohio, Inc.