The board of trustees is ultimately accountable for the United Way of the Flint Hills’ performance, reputation, and stature in the community. Through excellence in organizational leadership and governance, United Way is a mission-driven organization, where staff and volunteers are passionate, focused, and aligned to achieve goals. The volunteer board of trustees is effective in setting direction for the organization, ensuring necessary resources are available, and providing oversight of programs, finances, legal compliance, and values.

Chair: Scott Hayes, Norfolk Iron & Metal

Treasurer: Jennifer Brothers, Capitol Federal

Vice Chair: Brandee Orender, Lyon County State Bank

Aron Dody, Education Consultant

David Maldonado, ESB Financial

Michele Boyce, KVOE/Emporia's Radio Stations

McKenzie Cinelli, Evergy

Ryan Karjala, USD 253

Sara Schwerdtfeger, Emporia State University

Carolyn Hollins, CareArc

Missy Floyd, CALM

Ryann Brooks, Flint Hills Technical College

Rebeca Herrera, Emporia Chamber of Commerce

Cara Codney, CrossWinds Counseling & Wellness

Clerk: Daphne Mertens, Executive Director of United Way of the Flint Hills