Abby Heisinger
Shelter Assistant

Hometown: Sioux Falls, SD

Hobbies: I enjoy reading, going for walks, watching the sunset and hanging out with my friends and family.

What’s your idea of a perfect day? Tanning at the beach all day and then watching the sunset.

If I could travel anywhere, I would go to Greece or Paris.

The last great TV show/movie I saw: “Gossip Girl.”

One of the items on my bucket list is to go skydiving.

If I didn’t have to work, I would travel and tan all day.

Adam Hust
Help Desk Technician

Amona Chol
Shelter Assistant

Hometown: Fargo, ND

Hobbies: I like running and cooking.

What motivates you at work? Being able to make a difference in the community.

What’s your idea of a perfect day? Feeling that I did my best.

How would your friends describe you? I’m kind and welcoming.

A little-known fact about me is that I love spreading kindness.

If I could travel anywhere, I would go to the Middle East.

The best advice I’ve ever been given is that today is not a promise. Anything can happen, so stay humble.

The last great TV show/movie I saw: I love watching Korean TV dramas.

One of the items on my bucket list is finishing my degree in healthcare leadership.

If I didn’t have to work, I would make the world a better place by spreading love and kindness.

James Terry
Shelter Assistant

Hometown: Miami, FL

Hobbies: I like to teach sports.

What’s your idea of a perfect day? Being able to relax.

How would your friends describe you? I am laid back and easygoing.

The best advice I’ve ever been given is to live for today.

The last great TV show/movie I saw: My favorite show is “How I Met Your Mother.”

One of the items on my bucket list is to ride in a NASCAR car.

If I didn’t have to work, I would travel.

Mari Langton

Shelter Assistant

Hometown: Orange City, IA

Hobbies: I like to read, hang out with friends, be outside and take spontaneous trips.

What motivates you at work? I’m motivated by the opportunity to form connections and make a difference.

How would your friends describe you? Social, energetic, spontaneous and kind-hearted.

The best advice I’ve ever been given is to be gracious to others. It is everyone’s first time in life.

The last great TV show/movie I saw: My favorite movie is “The Wild Robot.”

One of the items on my bucket list is to go parasailing.

Bella Creviston

Intern (Loving School)

Hometown: Sioux Falls, SD

Hobbies: I enjoy reading, playing piano and coloring.

What motivates you at work? Seeing the kids smile!

A little-known fact about me is that I’m scared of birds.

My most unusual talent is baking my cream cheese pumpkin cookies.

If I could travel anywhere, I would go to Italy.

The last great TV show/movie I saw: I love “La La Land” and “The Alchemist.”

One of the items on my bucket list is to travel to as many places as possible.

Jada Radmaker

Intern

Hometown: Jeffers, MN

Hobbies: I like reading, walking my dog, working out and baking.

If I could travel anywhere, I would go to Greece.

The last great TV show/movie I saw: My favorite book is “The Silent Patient” by Alex Michaelides.

One of the items on my bucket list is to go skydiving.

If I didn’t have to work, I would sit outside and read.

Kai Sherwood

Residential Youth Counselor

Hometown: Hancock, Michigan

What’s your idea of a perfect day? My perfect day would include going to a restaurant, getting ice cream and seeing a movie with my wife.

My most unusual talent is rapidly vibrating my eyes.

The last great TV show/movie I saw: My favorite show is “Man on the Inside.”

One of the items on my bucket list is to learn a new language.

Katelyn Neilsen
Residential Youth Counselor

Hometown: Dunlap, IA

Hobbies: I love playing and watching sports, binge-watching TV and going to the gym.

What motivates you at work? Knowing that I am a consistent person for these children.

What’s your idea of a perfect day? A perfect day would be sleeping in and then spending a relaxing time with family.

The last great TV show/movie I saw: My favorite show is “Law and Order SVU.”

If I didn’t have to work, I would travel and attend many sporting events.

Kylee Rach
Residential Youth Counselor

Hometown: Sartell, MN

Hobbies: I love being with friends and family, shopping, spending time at the lake, puzzles and coloring.

What’s your idea of a perfect day? Being at the lake and spending time on the boat with family and friends.

If I could travel anywhere, I would go to Greece.

The last great TV show/movie I saw: My favorite show is “Game of Thrones.”

One of the items on my bucket list is touring Europe or going to Carnival in Rio.

Lauren Wherry

Cook

Hometown: Marshall, MN

Hobbies: I love playing and coaching volleyball, reading and spending time outdoors.

What’s your idea of a perfect day? A perfect day would include sleeping in until 9 am, cuddling with my cat, enjoying a morning walk and getting coffee, playing volleyball, cooking lunch on the grill, taking a nap and ending the day with dinner and a movie.

A little-known fact about me is I’m always up to something!

If I could travel anywhere, I would go to Istanbul, Turkey.

The best advice I’ve ever been given is to slow down, soak it in and show gratitude.

If I didn’t have to work, I would watch movies with my cat.

Libby Thompson
Intern

Hometown: Brookings, SD

Hobbies: I enjoy paddle boarding, traveling, being outside, going on walks with my dogs and spending time with my family and friends.

How would your friends describe you? I’m hardworking, confident, kind, positive and funny.

A little-known fact about me is I have two golden doodle dogs named Honey and Curly.

If I could travel anywhere, I would go to Greece.

One of the items on my bucket list is traveling around the world.

Nyanas Kur
Residential Youth Counselor

Hometown: Sioux Falls, SD

Hobbies: I enjoy running, nature walks, propagating plants and reading.

What motivates you at work? Spreading joy!

What’s your idea of a perfect day? A perfect day would be starting with a bowl of Reese’s Puffs cereal.

How would your friends describe you? I’m funny, kind and fast.

A little-known fact about me is I was born in Cairo, Egypt.

If I could travel anywhere, I would go back home to South Sudan.

The best advice I’ve ever been given is to lead with love.

The last great TV show/movie I saw: My favorite book is “The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog.”

One of the items on my bucket list is to climb Mt. Everest.

If I didn’t have to work, I would be a full-time cat and plant mom!

Breezy Paul

Intern

Haley Heil

Teacher Assistant (Lincoln School)

Hope Perini
Director of Compliance

Hometown: St. Paul, OR

Hobbies: I enjoy tea blending, road trips, reading and book hoarding.

What’s your idea of a perfect day? My idea of a perfect day would be curling up with a good book and a cup of tea while waiting for a thunderstorm to come in.

How would your friends describe you? Authentically myself.

A little-known fact about me is I played college tennis for one year.

My most unusual talent is I made the news twice for being the “Tea Lady of San Antonio.”

If I didn’t have to work, I would homeschool my children while traveling the world.

Jordyn Dolly

Residential Youth Counselor

Josie Neumiller
Residential Youth Counselor

Hometown: Rapid City, SD

Logan Phelps
Residential Youth Counselor

Ruth Torala

Business Office Coordinator

Hobbies: I enjoy reading, watching sports and retail therapy.

What motivates you at work? My passion is to help others.

What’s your idea of a perfect day? A perfect day would be vegging out and reading a good book.

How would your friends describe you? I’m a good listener, very organized and a great communicator.

A little-known fact about me is I am a dual resident of two states. I was born in North Dakota and now live in South Dakota.

If I could travel anywhere, I would go to a NASCAR race, PBR finals or NFR finals.

The best advice I’ve ever been given is to take care of yourself. Self-care is very important.

The last great TV show/movie I saw: Was the Stanley Cup finals.

One of the items on my bucket list is to go to Talladega or Daytona NASCAR race.

If I didn’t have to work, I would still work. I would want to be somewhere I could help people.