Well, we’ve made it to Maycember… where the hustle and bustle of the end of school year and program activities feel equal to the packed calendar of the holiday season! I’m ready for the longer days that linger into leisurely evenings of the summer.

Issue 3 hits home for my time at HHP. I’ve been on staff since the summer of 2017 and have worked in almost every position here. During my interview with the selection committee for the Executive Director position, I let them know that my concern was that someone who didn’t know the heart of our founders would come in and follow the social trends, compromising our mission. I followed up by saying that they should not hire me if they were looking to be relevant to the time. There are times I am sure they wonder about that choice ;0) . I believe we have built a team that walks united in its mission and has worked hard to build a foundation for the future of this organization. “Greatness flows first and foremost from having the right people in the key seats, not the other way around.” I am enjoying this season at HHP, and am thankful for our busload. Please help continue filling the seats with the right people, those who want to support as many people in our area as possible who need our services, and can connect to others in the community who will contribute to us in time, treasure, and talent. I look forward to having Trey lead our discussion of Issue Four: The Hedgehog Concept - Rethinking the Economic Engine Without a Profit Motive.

April at a Glance:

• At the beginning of 2025, I was asked to attend and speak at the Bereaved Mothers Day Tea in Dumas. After spending some time planning, I recommended we put together a panel. Two previous participants/facilitators traveled to Dumas with me and we shared our stories.

• Of course, when you say yes to something that early, you never know what will change. With Beth turning in her resignation, I had more on my plate than anticipated.

• We received $13,000 from the Dr. Kents Roberts and Ilene Roberts Balliet Foundation. I requested $13,600.

• I submitted the grant application to Pantex.

• MM and I met with and spoke to Jared Engle, the Missions Pastor at Life Church. They view the mission field as the city they reside in and look to partner with nonprofits through financial support and volunteerism.

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