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Never Miss a Chance to Do the Most Good
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Serving Wichita and South Central KS for over 135 years
Our Advisory Board Members
The South Central Area Command Advisory Board consists of hard-working individuals who share in our vision to transform lives and restore hope.
Clay Bastian
Member Since 1997
Rebecca Bergkamp
Member Since 2024
Hinkle Law Firm LLC
"I want to be actively involved in and support an organization that takes care of individuals in our community."
Tonya Buckingham
Member Since 2017
Sedgwick County Register of Deeds
"I care about people and I want to give back to this community."
Andy Buessing
Member Since 2020
Hutton Corporation
Vanessa Combs
Member Since 2018
Spirit AeroSystems, Inc.
"I hope to further the mission of The Salvation Army, contributing to the best of my ability and bring a fresh set of eyes and different perspective."
Shane Cornelius
Member Since 2023
Black Hills Energy
Bill Cozine
Emeritus Member
Reggie Davidson
Member Since 2023
Wichita Park and Recreation Department
Melanie Dickey
Member Since 2023
Professional Engineering Consultants
Dennis Dietz
Member Since 1992
"They have a good heart and serve people?s needs both physical and spiritual."
Craig Duerksen
2023-24 Board Chair
Commerce Bank
"I want to serve God and serve others, something that The Salvation Army does every day."
Bryan Frye
Member Since 2024
Kansas Chamber of Commerce
"To better serve my community and all our neighbors."
Bill Gardner
Member Since 2013
Gardner Design
"Strong fellowship through Christian based service. The opportunity to connect with broader community initiatives."
Rocky Genz
Member Since 2019
Bank of America
"I am interested in serving Christ and the local community."
Bruce Gilkeson
Emeritus Member
Lusco Brick and Stone
"I hope I can contribute to the mission. It?s a great experience to associate with people committed to the Army, Staff, Board and Committee members."
Brenda Gutierrez
Member Since 2019
Comcare
"I believe this is a great opportunity to help others within my community."
Matt Haase
Member Since 2020
BKD, LLP
"It is a good board for an organization that does a lot for the community and it allows me the opportunity to give back to the Wichita Community."
Jeri Hinkle
Member Since 2004
Hinkle Investments
"Faith-based organization offering hope and love to the less fortunate and serving all in need, in Christ?s name, without discrimination."
Robert (Bob) Houston
Emeritus Member
A.C. Houston Lumber Company
"To assist the Army to continue to help those in need."
Kara Johnson
Member Since 2022
Wichita State University Foundation
"I hope to gain connections, making a difference for those on the Advisory Board and those served."
Dr. Elizabeth King
Emeritus Member
Wichita State University Foundation
"I believe in the Christ-centered mission of The Salvation Army and the good work begin done in the community."
Elizabeth Koch
Life Member
Gary Kohn
Member Since 2022
Koch Industries
Dean Kuckelman
Member Since 2019
"I want to be part the good that The Salvation Army does for people."
Rachel Lange
Member Since 2020
Lange Real Estate
"I am passionate about the mission and want to make an impact by working through the board"
Walter Lewis
2021-22 Chair
Plaza Real Estate
"To assist the ministry of The Salvation Army share hope and show compassion."
Jeff Minar
Member Since 2023
Alloy Architecture
Rosemary Niedens
Member Since 2004
Kansas Health Science Center
Sylvia Penner
Member Since 2016
Penner Lowe Law Group, LLC
"I have been aware of The Salvation Army's presence in my community for a long time; however, I only recently became aware of its impact and services."
Susan Peters
Member Since 2017
Milford Peterson
Life Member
"Hope to help others in some way."
Rodney Pitts
Member Since 2012
Intrust Bank
"I support the Mission of The Salvation Army and believe in the critical importance of providing these services to our community without discrimination"
Susan Pool
Member Since 1996
IMA Wealth, Inc
"Passion for the mission of the organization."
David Rogers
Member Since 2004
Foulston Siefkin LLP
"SA reaches people no one else reaches and always in the name of Jesus"
Trent Sebits
Member Since 2016
Pickrell Drilling Company Inc.
Kip Smith II
Member Since 2018
NovaCare
"I believe in the mission of the organization and would like to help with carrying out that mission in any way I can."
Kenneth Stoltzfus
Member Since 2022
Friends University
"I hope to gain opportunities for service and connections with other Christians who are involved in serving the community."
Jacob Wayman
Member Since 2018
Orange Theory
"Because the mission is core to who I am and want to be. Restore hope and transforming lives is what life is about."
Tim Witsman
Member Since 1983
"To advance the great work of The Salvation Army."