James G. Pappas – President
Jim Pappas is a Professor of Education and Director of Academic Service Learning at CWU. A long-time CWU Administrator, Jim has lived in Kittitas County for over 20 years and has served on the Foundation Board since 1989. In his free time Jim enjoys traveling, outdoor activities and volunteering for human service organizations.

Paula Williams – Vice President
Paula Williams is retired from Pautzke Bait Co., Inc. She has served on the Board of Directors since 2005 and has lived in Kittitas County since 1952. Paula’s interests include medicine, golfing, tennis, and hiking with her husband John Nixon.

Jerry Grebb – Treasurer
Jerry Grebb is a local CPA. Jerry has served on the Board since 1998 and has lived in the Valley for 35 years. Jerry considers himself a fair-weather golfer, and enjoys playing when the weather is good.

Connie Dunnington – Secretary
Connie Dunnington is the Financial Coordinator at George Orthodontics and spends her time raising her children, running her farm, and volunteering with various organizations. Connie has lived in Kittitas County all her life and has served on the Board of Directors since 2002. Connie enjoys working with the youth in Kittitas County through 4H and the schools. Connie fills her remaining time with horses and spending time with her family.

Arlein Anderson
Arlein Anderson is owner of Anderville Farms Inc. and has lived in Kittitas County since 1960.  Arlein has served on the Board of Directors since 2005 and fills her free time participating in Big Game Hunting, golfing, traveling and spending time with her daughters and grandchildren.

Susan Cooper
Susan Cooper and her family have lived in Kittitas County for the past thirty years.  She was the first director of After School Safe Place, and has served on various boards and community, school and church committees.  Her interests include hiking and gardening, art and music.

Jim Daly
Jim Daly works as a stock broker/investment advisor. Jim has lived in the Kittitas Valley since 1975 and served on the Foundation Board of Directors since 1991. Jim enjoys outdoor activities including tennis, golf, hiking, and snorkeling in his free time. Jim also enjoys travel and investing.

Matt Davison
Matt Davison is the Publisher of the Daily Record. Matt has lived in Kittitas County and served on the Board since 2006. Matt spends his free time playing golf and spending time with friends and with his two daughters, Isabella and Emily.

Kirk Eslinger
Kirk Eslinger is the Human Resources Director for Kittitas County and a life-long Kittitas County resident (not counting a 10-year hiatus). Kirk has been on the Board since 2006 and enjoys reading, music, and cooking in his free time.

Paul Goebel
Paul Goebel is the Director of Rehabilitation Services as KVCH. Paul has lived in Kittitas County since 2005 and has served on the Board of Directed since 2006. Paul’s interests include spending time with his family, running, hiking, cycling, kayaking, and adventure/multisport racing.

Susan Harrel
Susan Harrel is an attorney and life-long Kittitas County resident. Susan has served on the Board of Directors since 2007. Susan’s interests include snow skiing, horseback riding, hiking, and supporting the interests and activities of her two children.

Kathryn Houck
Kathryn Houck is the NextGen Projects Coordinator for Kittitas Valley Community Hospital (KVCH). Kathryn has lived in the Kittitas Valley since 1992 and has served on the Board of Directors since 2004. Kathryn enjoys the outdoors including biking, camping, and gardening and her annual family vacation to Canada.

Paul Jewell
Paul Jewell is the manager of Fitterer’s Furniture in Ellensburg. Paul has served on the Board since 2006 and has lived in the Kittitas Valley since 1995. Paul’s interests include anything to do with exploring the outdoors including hiking, camping, biking and fishing.

Melva Schmidt
Melva Schmidt retired from KVCH after 31 years as an RN.   She worked part time when the hospital opened in 1964.   She spent 17 years as Nursing Administrator.  Melva and her husband raise cattle and hay, spend time with children and grandchildren. They like to travel and visit friends and family, antique and play golf.

Mary Seubert
Mary Seubert is retired and prior to retiring she worked in business, teaching, ranching, and as a County Commissioner. Mary has lived in the Kittitas Valley since 1942 and has served on the Board of Directors since 1988. Mary enjoys the Ellensburg Rodeo, County Fair, cooking, and traveling. Mary believes in enjoying each and every day.

Charlotte Tullos
Charlotte is Vice President for Student Affairs and Enrollment
Management at CWU. She is a transplant to the Northwest from Mississippi and has over 16 years experience as a VP in higher education. Charlotte is very involved in the community, university and professional organizations and has two daughters and two grandchildren.

Hartwig Vatheuer
Hartwig Vatheuer retired from Plum Creek Timber. Hartwig has lived in Kittitas County for over 30 years and spends his free time with his wife Mary and two sons on his hobby farm located just south of Cle Elum.

Ex-Officio Members:

Eric Jensen
CEO, KVCH

Harold Brockman
CFO, KVCH

Al Moss
KVCH Board of Commissioners Representative

Joan Baird Glover
KVCH Board of Commissioners Representative

Staff:

Heather Paul
Foundation Director/Grants Manager

Sandy Rowe
Volunteer Foundation Secretary