The success of Strength for the Journey is due, in part, to the broad base of varied support. Five hundred, twenty-two members of our FaceBook group provide opinions and give feedback regarding activities and decisions. Additionally, these group members are loyal givers, sending regular financial contributions and donations of classroom supplies. Although Strength for the Journey is not a religious-based organization, partnerships with churches also help us to achieve our mission. St. Thomas Episcopal Church, in Port Clinton, Ohio serves as a fiscal agent.
Tax deductible contributions intended for Strength for the Journey can made to the church. St. Thomas forwards these donations to the organization and provides donors with year-end tax receipts. The Diocese of Puerto Plata, including Bishop Corniel and Padres Faustian and Benito of the Parroquia Asunción De Maria have generously donated unrestricted use of classroom space in the church for use as the Strength for the Journey learning center. The Port Clinton, Ohio Rotary Club contributed funds for provide electricity and a back-up system of power for the Jamao al Norte site.
A community of supporters on the north coast of the Dominican Republic in Sosua contribute volunteer hours and host fund raising events including a street festival and auction party. Finally, our teachers, both volunteer and paid, provide fun, yet challenging classes that keep the kids coming, learning, and growing.
Ted Foster
Member
Ted Foster
Member
Dr. Robert Konigsberg
Treasurer
Dr. Robert Konigsberg
Treasurer
Charles Wansbrough
Secretary
Charles Wansbrough
Secretary
Johanna De Láncer
Vice-President
Johanna De Láncer
Vice-President
Lindsey Arrene Kaufman
President and Director
Lindsey Arrene Kaufman
President and Director
Advisory Committee
The advisory committee is composed of a group of woman who have been with Strength for the Journey since its humble beginnings. Before a legal Board was in place, these woman made all the decisions regarding projects and activities. They spread the word about Strength for the Journey, and due to them, we expanded, grew, and became what we are today.
Members:
- Lindsey Kaufman
- Chris Galvin – Director, United Way
- Cheryl Kocher – Dental Hygienist, retired
- Marie Janes – Adjunct Professor, University of Toledo
- Cathy Greene – Dental Hygienist, retired
- Ellen Coppeler – Graduate Bowling Green School of Journalism
- Tina Hablitzel – Retired Dental Hygienist
- Carol Streeter-Fox – Group Leader, Hearts Afire Consecration to Mary project
Strength for the Journey would be remiss not to mention Julie Quayle, a founding member of the Advisory Committee who has since passed away, but remains as a guiding force in decision making and an angel on our shoulders.