Guided by love, led by purpose
At Addie's Sunflowers – Play It Forward, our board members are the dedicated guardians of Addie's legacy. They serve with unwavering integrity, profound compassion, and steadfast accountability, ensuring every decision reflects our mission of choosing love for children in need. This is where strategic oversight meets heartfelt commitment, building a foundation of trust and impact.
Integrity, compassion, accountability
Our board provides essential strategic oversight, ensures financial transparency, and fosters vital community connections. This diligent approach guarantees that Addie's Sunflowers operates responsibly and sustainably, stewarding every resource with care. Each member brings invaluable professional experience, ethical leadership, and a shared commitment to supporting children with dignity, protecting our mission and expanding our reach.
Driven by dignity, opportunity, and belonging
What truly drives our board members is a powerful belief: every child deserves dignity, opportunity, and a strong sense of belonging. They know that love isn't just a feeling; it's active commitment. Many are parents, community leaders, coaches, or advocates who have witnessed firsthand how small barriers can profoundly affect a child’s confidence. They are motivated to remove these barriers, creating tangible change and ensuring children feel supported, prepared, and valued.
Heart and accountability combined
Our board members bring a unique blend of lived experience, community leadership, and professional expertise, strengthening both our compassionate outreach and our organizational structure. Some have direct experience in education, athletics, or social work, while others contribute expertise in business and finance. They understand that children in transition need stability, not just sympathy, and are committed to building systems that protect dignity. Every board member chose to serve because they believe love, to be effective, must be organized and delivered with purpose. They steward every resource with intention, ensuring trust and connection.
"Does this help a child feel valued, prepared, and included?"
The guiding question for every decision