About Us
Mission
Heart of Missouri United Way fights to improve lives in the community.
Our Vision
Our community wins by Living United: By responding to changing community needs. By forging strategic partnerships and fostering effective solutions to tackle local issues. By harnessing the best resources and inspiring others to join the fight in defeating barriers to basic needs, health, education, and financial stability.
Inclusion, Diversity, & Equity
We recognize structural racism and other forms of oppression that have contributed to persistent disparities that United Way seeks to dismantle. We work with residents and public and private partners to co-create solutions that ensures everyone has the resources, support, opportunities, and networks they need to thrive.
Our Impact
Frequently Asked Questions
At this point, you may find yourself asking a lot of questions about the Heart of Missouri United Way. You are not alone! The team at the Heart of Missouri United Way has compiled a list of frequently asked questions geared to assist you!
Community Events
Stay up to date on all of the latest events in your community. Whether you are looking to attend an official United Way event or looking for events to volunteer at, we have got you covered. Browse one of our three event calendars tailor-made for your needs.
Our Team
Andrew Grabau
Executive Director
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David Holtgraewe
Campaign Director
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Krista Myer
Director of Continuous Improvement
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LaToya Stevens
Marketing & Communications Director
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Patricia Broeckling
Assistant Director of Campaign
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Rachel Delcau
Community Impact Director
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Laura Estes
Finance Assistant and External Engagement Coordinator
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LaAunshe’ Briggs
Administrative Assistant
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Executive Committee
President
Bob Schaal (2020)
Missouri Orthopaedic Institute – University of Missouri Health Care
Vice President
Mike Ireland (2021)
The Bank of Missouri
Treasurer
Lee Hendrickson (2018)
Providence Bank
Secretary
Mike Ireland (2021)
The Bank of Missouri
Past President
Aimee Davenport (2023)
Stinson Leonard Street
2020 Campaign Chairs
Jim Spain
University of Missouri
Dr. Eryca Neville
Columbia Public Schools – Douglass High School
Members of the Board
Carrie Allen (2022)
Commerce Bank
Stacey Button (2021)
Regional Economic Development, Inc. (REDI)
Mitzi Clayton (2022)
University of Missouri
David Clithero (2023)
Hawthorn Bank
Brock Cooper (2021)
Veterans United
Debbie Daniels (2023)
Community Volunteer
Shaashawn Dial (2023)
Stephens College
Nick Foster (2021)
Voluntary Action Center
Laura Gerding (2023)
Missouri Employer’s Mutual
Greg Grupe (2023)
Community Volunteer
Steve Hollis (2021)
City of Columbia (Ex-officio)
Dr. Elizabeth Loboa (2021)
University of Missouri
Matt McCormick (2021) (Ex-officio)
Chamber of Commerce
Mindy McCubbin (2020)
Shelter Insurance Companies
Nikki McGruder (2023)
University of Missouri Health Care
David Putnam (2021)
First State Community Bank
Mary Ropp (2023)
Central Bank
Mahree Skala (2021)
Community Volunteer
Monica Smith (2022)
Boone Hospital Center
Dr. Bernard Solomon (2021)
Columbia Public Schools – Lange Middle School
David VanDyke (2022)
Shelter Insurance
Dr. Ajay Vinze (2021)
University of Missouri
Jen Wheeler (2023)
Big Tree Medical
COLUMBIA DAILY TRIBUNE INSERT – ARCHIVE
2018
Partners
Learn about our resources, requirements, funded agencies, and the United Way / MU Crosby MBA Board Fellows Program.
