The leadership for the Grand Forks Parks and Recreation Foundation comes from our Board of Directors made up of community leaders and concerned citizens. Their roles include financial overview and support, overseeing risk and compliance (fiduciary), creating accountability, transparency and strategic fundraising direction and monitoring and evaluating governance. Our staff members implement their direction through programs and events.

Russell Kraft
President of Board
Enterprise Account Executive, Midco

Cody Bartholomew
Vice President
Mechanical Engineer, Martin Mechanical Design, Inc.

Jordan McIntyre
Secretary/ Treasurer
Chiropractor, Altru Health System

Greg LaDouceur
Board Member
Retired Teacher, Century Elementary
Realtor, Crary Real Estate

Tim Skarperud
Board Member
Producer, Vaaler Insurance

George Hellyer
Staff Member
Executive Director of Foundation

Jill Nelson
Staff Member
Operations & Development