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St. James Area Community Foundation

St. James Area Community Foundation

A trusted resource for philanthropy serving the St. James community.

Our Mission

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Our mission is to enhance the quality of life in the St. James area through resource development, community grantmaking, collaboration and public leadership.

Since our founding on May 13, 2003, St. James Area Community Foundation has distributed more than $261,145 back to the community. We now hold assets totaling $170,263 as of June 30, 2025.

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Our Leadership

Our foundation is led by members of our community.

  • Jack Kearbey, President
  • Jenna Davis, Vice President
  • Melissa Keeney, Secretary/Treasurer
  • Michelle Auxier
  • Jim Fleming
  • Beth Gardner
  • Scott Glasscock
  • Errica Hartley
  • Jon Rapp
  • Zach Woolsey

Leading Locally

Making a difference

The St. James Area Community Foundation serves the Phelps County community's history and future

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