Our contributions to the MS movement are many.
Together, they add up to A Shared Promised — a pledge
to create a world free of multiple sclerosis.
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2013 National MS Society, Upper Midwest Chapter Board of Trustees
Holly Anderson, Chapter President
Ralph A. Hansen, Treasurer
Daniel Marcotte
Gary Beaver, D.O.
Laurie Hanson
Edmund J. Nightingale, Ph.D.
Gary Birnbaum M.D.
Thomas R. Holtackers
Bridget Robinson-Riegler
David Chaikin
Carol Houghtby, Chair
Larry L. Schmid, Vice Chair
Sue Christensen
Katy Hunchis-Holden
Michael Schrock
Martha Cincoski, M.D.
Mark Jackson
Devon Washington
Michael Crusham
Amy Kusmak
Mike Whitmer
Monica Dahl
Richard A. Knutson
F. John Williams, III
Linda DeLessio, M.D.
Melissa McCarroll
Kelli Winchester
Steve Dirksen
Denny McGill
Tom Emison
Susan Mackay
Susan A. Hagstrum, Ph.D., Secretary
William T. MacNally
National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Upper Midwest Chapter
Statement of Financial Position as of Sept. 30, 2013
Statement of Activities for Sept. 30, 2013
Assets
Revenue
Special Events
Contributions
Investment Income
Program Service Revenue
Total Revenue
6,869,403
2,069,991
206,188
44,903
9,190,485
Expenses
Research
Client Programs
National Activities
Public & Professional Education
Community Programs
Total Program Services
2,034,432
2,646,310
1,598,483
508,963
200,051
6,988,239
Management and General
Fundraising
Total Expenses
789,372
2,018,657
9,796,268
Excess or (Deficit) for the year
(605,783)
Current Assets
Cash & Investments
Receivables
Prepaid Expenses
Total Current Assets
Noncurrent Assets
Receivables
Net Property and Equipment
Investments
Total Noncurrent Assets
Total Assets
1,525,057
127,941
37,042
1,690,040
91,769
9,910
1,572,578
1,674,257
3,364,297
Liabilities and Net Assets
Current Liabilities
577,838
Long-term Liabilities
176,468
Net Assets
Total Liabilities and Net Assets
2,609,991
3,364,297
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Upper Midwest Chapter is one of a 50-state network of chapters of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. The financial
statements of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Upper Midwest Chapter present only a portion of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s operations, and they
include material intercompany income, expenses, assets and liabilities. Accordingly, the financials do not individually present a meaningful picture of the National
Multiple Sclerosis Society’s financial transactions as a whole.
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Upper Midwest Chapter, shares
a promise to improve the lives of the more than 17,000 people affected
by MS in Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and portions of
Nebraska and Wisconsin.
Whether you’re newly diagnosed, have lived with the disease for decades,
serve as a family caregiver, volunteer as an activist, participate in a Walk
MS or Bike MS event, hold a local fundraiser, give through your employer
or raise MS awareness in your community, we’re working together to end
MS forever.
We’re sharing our promise to address the challenges of everyone affected
by MS, and through tremendous community support, we’re moving that
much closer to a world free of MS.
Thank you,
Thank you,
Holly Anderson
Chapter President
Carol M. Houghtby
Board of Trustees Chair
Looking for more information about MS? Early and ongoing treatment with an
FDA-approved therapy can make a difference for many people with MS. Learn about
your options by talking to your health care professional and contacting the National
MS Society at nationalMSsociety.org or 800-FIGHT-MS (344-4867).
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VOLUNTEER AWARDS
Norman Cohn Hope Award
Michael Schrock
Mike Schrock joined the National MS Society, Upper Midwest Chapter’s Board of Trustees
in 2004 — since serving in a number of roles on the board and playing a key role in
developing the chapter’s enhanced MS Scholarship Program. He utilized his business skills
to create an idea for an endowment for the program, inspiring funders and leveraging
resources for two endowed scholarships. Mike has done an incredible amount of fundraising,
too, generating more than $120,000 from Bike MS and Walk MS, in addition to personal
gifts and his efforts to rally people as the captain of Team Pentair, which has raised more
than $230,000 over the last four years. Mike’s generosity, commitment and devotion has
a significant impact on the present and future of the Society and will continue to make a
difference for families affected by MS.
National Volunteer of the Year
Richard A. Knutson
Dick Knutson is a dedicated leader in the MS movement, serving on the Upper Midwest
Chapter Board of Trustees for more than 17 years and on the National MS Society Board
of Directors since 2008. Dick’s leadership spans two decades in numerous roles, locally,
regionally and Society-wide, and he always keeps people with multiple sclerosis at the
center of each conversation and decision. In addition, he provides on-the-ground support
throughout the year, from working the registration table at Walk MS, to supporting
Bike MS cyclists, to speaking at recognition events. What sets Dick Knutson apart is the
amazing depth of his involvement with the Society. His commitment is an inspiration to
others. Dick’s positive attitude, ability to motivate others, generosity and passion for our
mission are qualities that made him the Society’s Volunteer of the Year.
National Volunteer Hall of Fame – Advocacy
Susan Stellmacher
Susan Stellmacher is fearless, engaged, well-connected and passionate about making positive
change for people with MS. Whether she’s leading a comprehensive voter engagement
campaign across a four-state area; advocating for accessible, affordable housing; testifying
at legislative hearings; or rallying and educating the disability community around the
importance of activism — Susan is a true advocate for change.
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National Volunteer Hall of Fame – Health Care
Professional
Brenda Brelje, R.N., M.S.C.N.
A long-time partner of the National MS Society, Brenda Brelje has dedicated her nursing
career to supporting patients and families affected by multiple sclerosis through direct
patient care, community outreach, public education, fundraising and health care professional
mentoring, training and networking. Brenda, who helped launch the Minnesota Affiliated
Multiple Sclerosis Nurses group in 2005, actively supports the Upper Midwest Chapter’s
professional outreach and education activities — often lending her expertise as a speaker,
moderator and program host.
National Volunteer Hall of Fame – Programs and Services
Janet Nurnberg
Janet Nurnberg is passionate about supporting people touched by MS in their 20s and 30s
— planning and implementing programs and connecting them to information, resources,
and most importantly, one another. As founder of the chapter’s first-ever 20s and 30s group,
Janet has played an integral role in engaging and empowering this important group with
the National MS Society. Janet also actively supports family and youth programs and has
participated in every Upper Midwest Chapter fundraising event.
National Volunteer Hall of Fame – Scientific Researcher
Dr. Claudia Lucchinetti
Mayo Clinic’s Dr. Claudia Lucchinetti — principal investigator of the MS Lesion Project —
is working to better understand the sequence of nervous system damage in multiple sclerosis
in an effort to stop disease progression. In addition to her ground-breaking research,
Dr. Lucchinetti is a top-notch clinician, a frequent contributor to patient and professional
education programs and has recruited colleagues, fellows and other trainees to join the
MS movement by promoting both MS clinical care and research.
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Healthcare Professional of the Year Starfish Award
Dr. Jane Achenbach
Dr. Jane Achenbach has been treating multiple sclerosis patients for more than 20 years,
and for the past three years, she’s acted as president of the Minnesota Society of
Neurological Sciences. According to Dr. Achenbach, the challenge of diagnosing patients
and customizing their individual treatments is one of the most enjoyable parts of being a
clinician. Dr. Achenbach said, “When I see my first patient of the day, I’m happy because
it’s both a joy and a privilege.”
Care Partner of the Year Luminary Award
Andrea and Dean Blosberg
Andrea and Dean Blosberg are incredibly supportive of their children, especially their
daughter Emily, who was diagnosed with MS in 2011. Through a year of mysterious
symptoms, both Andrea and Dean provided encouragement through constant doctor
visits, and also took time to care for their other children. Their hard work and optimistic
attitudes are inspiring, especially since Dean lives with MS, too. When Dean was
diagnosed in 1998, Andrea stepped up to the challenge and helped him through each
relapse, while raising young children. Now, the whole family is dedicated to finding
a cure for MS as volunteers and fundraisers.
Philanthropist of the Year Award
The MARS Foundation
The MARS Foundation was organized to fund multiple sclerosis research to move us
closer to a world free of MS. In 2013, the MARS Foundation donated $100,000 to fund
MS research programs, and has donated well over $500,000 for MS research since its
inception. Founders Wayne and Marlene Anderson, Margie and Bill Scott, along with a
dedicated foundation board of directors, hold annual MARS Foundation Golf Classics
in Panorama, IA, and Carousel for a Cure in Story City, IA, to help raise funds.
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Activists of the Year
Jason Buck
Jason Buck uses his policy and governmental affairs background to help shape and grow the
Upper Midwest Chapter’s “Reducing Roadblocks to Care” campaign. He works to reduce
barriers to MS care, which include the escalating prices of some drugs used to fight the
disease. He’s researched and analyzed drug-pricing trends and is currently working on a
degree in public policy at the University of Minnesota.
Amanda Mensing
Amanda Mensing plays an important role in the MS movement by informing political figures
in her state about issues that affect people living with multiple sclerosis. She shares her
personal story to spread awareness about MS, the National MS Society and our mission.
Amanda also spends time as an advocate for fundraising, as a volunteer at events and as a
team captain for Bike MS and Walk MS.
Kelli Winchester
Kelli Winchester is a voice for activism in Iowa and has reached out to local and federal
policymakers to make changes for people living with MS. She works to promote Iowa
MS Day at the Capitol and attended the National MS Society Public Policy Conference in
Washington, D.C. She’s committed to spreading MS awareness and continues to serve as an
Upper Midwest Chapter Board of Trustees member.
Chapter Volunteers of the Year
Heidi Carda
Heidi Carda is an MS group leader and Bike MS committee volunteer. As a mother whose
daughter lives with multiple sclerosis, Heidi started a group for parents of children with MS.
She devotes her time and energy to our mission, serves as a resource for parents in her area
and brings positive energy to every gathering she attends.
Mitch and Linda Gill
This outgoing and inspirational couple has devoted their time to the National MS Society for
more than 11 years. Both Mitch and Linda Gill are determined to make a difference, and they
put on a fundraising concert this past spring — all proceeds going to the Society. Also, the
Gills lead a local MS group, volunteer at the Minnesota State Fair, drive and load trucks for
Majestic Shores Resort, and participate and volunteer at Walk MS, Bike MS and other events.
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VOLUNTEER AWARDS
Lorisa Newman
Lorisa Newman has been walking for MS for eight years, leading a team and becoming the
Upper Midwest Chapter’s top Walk MS fundraiser! She’s also served as a Walk MS Ambassador
in Bismarck, participating in interviews and community outreach, attending the MS Day at
the Capitol, sharing her story with legislators and coordinating events in the Bismarck area.
Lorisa’s enthusiastic, and she’s committed to raising MS awareness far and wide.
Corporate Star
C.H. Robinson
C.H. Robinson’s impact on the MS movement is truly star-worthy. Their amazing history
of corporate commitment includes title sponsorship of Bike MS: MS 150 Ride, media
purchases to promote MS awareness and the event, in-kind fruit donations, matches to
Team Robinson employee contributions and active recruitment of employees to ride or
volunteer at a Bike MS event. C.H. Robinson also created an endowed scholarship in
honor of an employee and Bike MS rider. In 2014, C.H. Robinson has expanded their
title sponsorship to include Bike MS: Cruise the Cornfields in Iowa.
Group Volunteers of the Year
Century Link Pioneers
For 15 years, the Century Link Pioneers have been putting together an incredible volunteer
team to help out during Bike MS: TRAM Ride, providing excellent service to participants
by running the third rest stop. There are new and old volunteers each year, showing their
commitment to the event and the riders, helping in every way possible and making sure
everyone is having fun.
Iowa Office Volunteers
Volunteers David Moyland, Rita Preston and Sara Whitmer work in the Upper Midwest
Chapter Des Moines office. This past year, they kept the office running through staff
transitions. The warm and welcoming environment they created inspired friends, family
and the community to support the National MS Society, and they continue to connect
the office to the area they serve.
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On the Move Little Black Dress Luncheon Committee
Raising more than $35,000 on behalf of the National MS Society, the On the Move Little
Black Dress Luncheon Committee hosted a fabulous luncheon in the Fargo area, engaging
and entertaining more than 350 people at their event! Laurie Kuehl, Lindsey Leach, Tracy
Meckler, Sheri Paulson, Shelly Richard, Kristen Wieser and Megan Williams also helped to
educate the Fargo community about Society programs and services.
Sioux Empire Amateur Radio Club
The Sioux Empire Amateur Radio Club has done a great job of organizing logistics and
communications for Bike MS: Sanford Health Pedal the Plains in South Dakota. They’ll
join the planning committee for Bike MS this year, bringing a variety of personalities with
incredible enthusiasm for raising MS awareness.
Leadership Volunteer of the Year
Jim Daly
Jim Daly is critical to Upper Midwest Chapter event planning, annually donating more than
100 hours of his time for the past 15 years. He leads logistics and site coordination for
Bike MS: C.H. Robinson MS 150 Ride and has participated in a variety of other special events.
Jim is kind, hard-working and dedicated — which shows through his many years of volunteer
work with the National MS Society.
Office
Jackie Kopp and Ray Brigleb
Ray Brigleb and Jackie Kopp make a great team. For the past 10 years, Ray has helped
plan Majestic Shores Resort, later inviting Jackie to join him. She proved to be an excellent
volunteer, taking on many tasks and showing great pride in her work. They both donate their
time from March to October each year, assisting in the Upper Midwest Chapter Minneapolis
office, offering different classes at Majestic Shores Resort and continuing to make a difference
by giving their time and talent to advance our mission.
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VOLUNTEER AWARDS
Programs
Liz Haanstad
Volunteering for more than 10 years, Liz Haanstad is an active group leader and resource
for all things regarding multiple sclerosis and the National MS Society. She shows her
commitment to stopping MS in many ways, serving in advocacy roles, visiting nursing
homes and diligently inspiring others to spread MS awareness far and wide.
Beth Jensen
Beth Jensen has given her time and expertise to the National MS Society for more than
20 years. She’s a talented, thoughtful and dedicated leader who helps coordinate multiple
sclerosis educational programs to help people learn more about MS. She’s also a longtime
MS group leader of Share-to-Care, and has coordinated volunteers for Bike MS: Sam’s Club
Twin Cities Ride for the last several years.
Jen Olson
Jen Olson is a very active MS group leader in the Fargo area, helping those newly diagnosed
with MS. She attended the National MS Society Public Policy Conference in Washington D.C.,
did media interviews for MS Awareness Week and completed outstanding public outreach in
her community.
Rookie Volunteers of the Year
Kelly Brunclik
Kelly Brunclik joined the MS movement this year and has done exceptional work with our
MS Navigators®, including service provider research and any project that’s thrown her way.
She’s always eager and willing to help out. Driving from Hammond, Wisc., to the Upper
Midwest Chapter Minneapolis office every week, Kelly is devoted to changing the world
for people with MS.
Monte Kramer
Monte Kramer and his orange Harley Davidson served as the first motorcycle escort for
Bike MS: Cruise the Cornfields in 2013. After his daughter was diagnosed with MS at age 16,
he’s been dedicated to the movement to end MS. His Harley has become a symbol of MS
awareness, and he’s recruiting volunteers to start a team of motorcycle escorts for future
Bike MS rides in Iowa.
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Special Events Volunteers of the Year
Marlene Fischer
Marlene Fischer did a phenomenal job as the entertainment chair for Walk MS: Des Moines.
Marlene has worked to build relationships with sponsors and participants through the careful
planning and execution of the event. She’s hard-working, energetic and committed to the
National MS Society.
Craig Hanson
Craig Hanson has volunteered with the Society for more than three decades. From holding
the VIP title for Bike MS: TRAM Ride to participating in nearly every Bike MS event, he’s
raised more than $70,000. Craig also volunteers as a Ride Marshal to ensure the safety of
volunteers and participants. Craig is a dedicated participant and volunteer who’s devoted so
much of his time and energy to ending MS for good.
Brett Ketcham
Brett Ketcham has served as team captain for Bike MS rides and has fundraised and
volunteered for more than five years. His father had MS, and his family participates in MS
volunteer work to support the cause. His advocacy for the National MS Society encourages
people to sign up to ride, to donate and to volunteer.
Melissa Shelabarger
Melissa Shelabarger is a fantastic National MS Society representative and has volunteered
as a Walk MS ambassador, helping with the event and participating in several TV shows and
interviews to discuss her life with MS. On top of working full-time, Melissa cares for her five
daughters, making her commitment to the Society especially impressive.
Cycling Citizenship Award
Julie Tauer
Julie Tauer, an MS 150 cyclist, earned the Cycling Citizenship Award on this past year’s ride.
Her response to a fellow rider’s accident led to the development of a program that will
enhance route safety by equipping cyclists who are trained first responders with basic first
aid supplies along the route.
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Top volunteers
The chapter recognizes and thanks the following people who donated 25 or more hours of their time and talent
in 2013.
Shannon Abbott
Mick Auger
Brian Bonte, M.D.
Jonathan Calkwood, M.D.
Gloria Acosta
Gary Babcock
Nancy Bontreger
Heidi Carda
Heather Acton
Marie Babcock
Bob Boom
George Carlson
Lucy Adson
Kristi Baer
Ginny Boom
Jennifer Carlson
Kelly Allen
Van Bakko
Denise Boraas, N.P.
Kathy Carlson
Diane Anderla
Kirsten Baloun
Julie Borg
Chelsea Caron
Joe Anderla
Laura Barbera
Steve Boulware
David Chaikin
Angela Anderson
Sidney Barnes-Bernhardt
Sandra Brandt
Wayne Chapman
Barb Anderson
Kristen Bean
Mary Chase
Carol Anderson
Gary Beaver, D.O.
Brenda Brelje, R.N.,
M.S.C.N.
Connie Anderson
Denise Beaver-Eslinger
Tina Bretey
Colleen Christensen
Dean Anderson
Beth Beck
Jeanie Brever
Michael Christensen
Karrie Anderson
Marge Berg
Susan Brief
Sue Christensen
Margaret Anderson
Ray Berg
Raymond Brigleb
Amy Christopherson
Neil Anderson
Pauline Betley
Emily Britt
Joyce Chute
Nick Anderson
Michelle Beyers
Dave Britz
Martha Cincoski, M.D.
Rebecca Anderson
Randy Beyers
Angela Brock
Bonita Clasemann, R.N.
Sue Anderson
Janet Bierbaum
Pamela Brokaw
Johnathan Classen
Terry Anderson
Ralph Bierbaum
Brad Brown
Craig Claude
Barb Arel
Craig Billings
Destiny Brown
Daryl Clausen
Chris Arel
Gary Birnbaum, M.D.
Kelly Brunclik
Brittany Cochlin
David Arel
Virginia Bjerke-Ohman
Phil Brunson
Bobbie Colby
Dennis Arel
Kelly Bjork
Ron Bruzek
Sheila Cole
Jacob Arel
Andrea Blosberg
Steve Bublitz
Scott Coleman
Tim Arimond
Jason Buck
MaryEllen Columbus
Susan Askeland
Dean Blosberg
Emily Blosberg
Cindy Bungert
Sally Columbus
Nancy Atzen
Betty Bole
Betty Burnson-Drenckhahn
Kendal Colvin
Terry Audet
Cindy Bonde-Lorenzen
Adele Bush
Paulette Como
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Antoinette Cone
Steve Dirksen
Lois Flanigan
Lois Conklin
Kenna Dixson
Patti Flekke
Kyle Conway
Debra Dobberstein
Judy Florine
Shirley Courrier
Neil Dohlmann
John Ford
Bill Courtney
Mary Ann Dols, R.N.
Kathy Ford
Kevin Courtney
Sandi Domine
Stephanie Ford
Elizabeth Cowles
Chuck Doom
Gayle Fordice
Chris Cox
Susan Dosen, Ph.D.
Sally Forehand
Holly Cox
Betty Drenckhahn
Kiva Forsmark
Mike Crepeau
Jennifer Eastman
Ann Foster
Michael Crusham
Ken Eastman
Pamela Franklin
Mary Culver
Rick Ebner
Corinne Fredrickson
Jeff Cutler
Kristen Elam
Linda Fredrickson
Heather Czycalla
Debra Elliott
Renee Fredrickson
Monica Dahl
Elizabeth Elliott
Jerome Freeman, M.D.
Teresa Dahl
Nick Elliott
Kathleen French
Denny Dahlien
Roger Elliott
Deb Fuerstenberg
Kelly Dahl-Sandquist
Tom Emison
Carol Lee Fulsom
Jim Daly
Amy Emmel
Cindy Gackle
Kelly Dankers
Jonathan Englund
Colleen Gallmeier
Lisa Davidson, M.D.
Sue Englund
Gary Gallmeier
Jennifer Davis
Mary Enz
Joe Gamache
Linda DeLessio, M.D.
Cindy Erickson
Peter Gamache
Ronald Deraas
Judy Erickson
Mary Gangl
Glenn DesJardin
Patricia Erickson
Stephen Garcia
Sue DeVos
Steve Ferree
Brandie Gardiner
Joan Devries, R.N.
Mollie Fields
Shane Gardner
Steve Diers
Kathryn Fischer
Karen Garnaas, M.D.
Tom Dietz
Marlene Fisher
Kendall Geneser
Jennifer Dietzler
David Flanigan
Jamie Gerdes
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VOLUNTEERS OF DISTINCTION
Ruth Gernentz, L.P.N.
Kathy Hanson
Don Horton
Lois Johnson
Linda Gill
Laurie Hanson
Bob Hosker
Marie Johnson
Mitchell Gill
Nicole Hanson
Carol Houghtby
Mary Johnson
Anna Gilmore
Michelle Hargesheimer
Bruce Hughes, M.D.
Michelle Johnston
Courtney Glaser
Connor Harthorn
Katherine Hughes
Renee Jones
Jason Godfrey
Dick Hartmann
Katy Hunchis Holden
LaDonna Joseph
Ryan Gonsior
Shirl Hartson
Douglas Hunziker
Jami Juarez
Sharleen Grabau
Lisa Have, R.N.
Lorraine Hus
Dennis Junes
Glenda Granowski
Gordy Heitzman
Kristine Huson
Roxy Junkin
Jennifer Grise
Lavonne Helget
Tony Hutar
Brandon Jutz
Travis Grise
Barbara Hemmer
Pamela Huwe
James Jutz
Jill Grover
David Hemmer
Jan Iverson
Jessica Jutz
Gene Grueschow
Verna Hennebry
Alicia Jackola
Lynn Jutz
Chuck Grui
James Her
Kevin Jackson
Kathy Kahnke
Harvey Grunow
Donald Herman
Mark Jackson
Colleen Kaldun
Sarah Guard
Donna Herslip
Dennis Jacobson
Kristen Kane
Elizabeth Haanstad
Sandra Hingtgen
Edward Jacobson
Dolores Karan
Kevin Hadlich
Marlena Hillemeier
Linda Jacobson
Jaki Karrigan
Breanne Hagen
Cindy Hirte-O’Neal
Carol Jagers
B. Mark Keegan, M.D.
Susan A. Hagstrum, Ph.D.
Troy Hittner-Bennett
Michaela Janssen
Amy Keeler
Michael Haider
Shirley Hoff
Todd Janus, M.D.
Carolyn Keith
Pat Haider
Ann Hoffke
Debra Jarding
David Kellesvig
James Hammock
Emma Hoffman
Nichole Jefferson
James Kennedy
Pam Hammock
Jayne Hoffman
Beth Jensen
Brett Ketcham
Margaret Hancock
Holly Hofmann
Michael Jensen
Joshua Kiley
Dennis Hanold
Teri Holberg
Rod Jensen
Linda Kirchoff
DeeAnne Hansen
Vicki Holisky-Crets
Tawnya Jensen
Paul Kirchoff
Julie Hansen
Dawn Holmberg
Dan Johnson
Pete Kirchoff
Ralph A. Hansen
Bonnie Holt
Diane Johnson, L.P.N.
Wally Kirchoff
Barb Hanson
Thomas R. Holtackers, P.T.
Donna Johnson
Bryan Kirk
Craig Hanson
Liz Holtorf
Jennifer Johnson
Sadie Klar
Gordy Hanson
Nick Hooker
Kelley Johnson
Jim Klassen
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Jenny Kleifgen
Rick Leaf
Susan Mackay
Kurtis Klett
Tim Leahy
William T. MacNally
Richard A. Knutson
Tami Leavens
Betsy Mahowald
Megan Konz
Shelly Lee
Geri Maki
Chris Kopel
Kathleen Lehner
Daniel Marcotte
Jacqueline Kopp
Jeanine Leigh
Michael Marsh
Amber Kost
Dorothy Lemke
Marcia Mason
Stacey Kostman
Gregory Lennox
Dave Massman
Laurence Krain, M.D.
Krysta Lenzi
Linda Massman
Shelby Kramer
Cindy Lewer
Debra Matchinsky, M.D.
Michael Krieger
Joan Lewison
Marc Matthes
Kathy Kruger
Wanda Ley
Melissa McCarroll
Geoff Kuchera
Chuck Lieber
Jennifer McCrory
Holly Kuchera
Marina Lim
Dan McDonough
Andy Kucksdorf
Janet Limoges
Denny McGill
Laurie Kuehl
Jon Linde
Mary Lynn McGinley
Lynnae Kunkel
Wanda Linder
Mark McNairy
Bob Kunze
Krista Lindstrom
Tracy Meckler
Amy Kusmak
Nettie Lindvig
Dennis Mehrer
Karen Lackermann
Rita Linkenmeyer
Lauren Meintsma
Karen Laine
Kimberly Lokken
Amanda Mensing
Suzanne Lambert
Tony Lokken
Carey Meyer
Joanne Landis, R.N.,
M.S.C.N.
Diane Lommel
Dan Meyer
Brian Lorch
Lindsey Meyer
Jan Langer
Joyce Lorch
Blake Middleton, Sr.
Amy Larson, N.P.
Jonathan Lord
Laurie Miller
Julie Larson
Michelle Los
Michael Miller
Lisa Larson
Bill Lovegren
Doris Miner
Paula Larson
Joann Lovegren
Linda Miskimen
Brittany Lauren
Jack Lufkin
Phillip Lawson
Howard Lund
Peggy Mondry, R.N.,
M.S.C.N.
Lindsey Leach
Douglas Lyon
Susan Monsrud
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VOLUNTEERS OF DISTINCTION
John Moore
Trisha Omoth
Larry Retzlaff
Nick Seefeldt
Dawn Morgan
Bob Overturf
Steven Reynolds
Steven Seltz
Judy Moritz
Emma Palm
Shelly Richard
Lorinda Semanko
David Moyland
Molly Palm
John Robinson
Thomas Serie
Jessica Mullenix
Heather Paradise, R.N.
Michael Sethna, M.D.
Curt Muller
Gareth Parry, M.D.
Bridget Robinson-Riegler,
Ph.D.
Linda Munson
Bob Pasko
Dustin Roeder
Shep Shepardson
Cathie Murphy
Maureen Pasko
Kaitlyn Roeder
Ezzatollah Shivapour, M.D.
Patricia Nader
Connie Pastir
Joan Rogotzke
Gaurav Shrestha, R.N.
Larry Narveson
Denise Pederson
Matthew Roller, M.D.
Rasmita Shrestha, R.N.
Mary Nehring
Andrew Pellinen
Carol Roth
Peggy Sik
Doug Nelson
Janet Penticoff
Bill Rowe
Matthew Simmons, M.D.
Lisa Nelson
Joan Perry
Dan Rude
Megan Smith, Ph.D.
Lee Ness
Barb Peterson
Jean Rude
Melvin Smith
Laurie Newcomb
Casey Peterson
Jonas Sandquist
Penny Smith
Margaret Niemi
Donald Peterson
Jerry Sather
Wendi Smith
Edmund J. Nightingale,
Ph.D.
Cindy Phair, R.N., M.S.C.N.
Kjirsten Savage
Kathie Sommerfield
Samantha Phelps
Colleen Sazama
Rachel Sorensen
Bill Noeker
Jim Philippy
Susan Scarberry, M.D.
Mary Springborg
Mary Jo Nohner
Becky Pilcher
Robin Scheib
Brynn Stanton-Anderson
Samantha Nordeen
Janetta Pitt
Janet Scheinost
Jolene Steffer
Becky Nosan
Betsy Polyner
Jenifer Scherer
Mark Steffer
Janet Nurnberg
Susan Popa
Tammy Schexnaider
Jackie Steinhofer
Stacie Oakland
George Power
Larry L. Schmid
Jeannine Steizmntz
Lisa Olberg
Judy Preckshot
Karen Schmidt
Susan Stellmacher
Deborah Olesen
Rita Preston
Darr Schreurs
Samantha Stephens
Nicole Olesen
Jennifer Purdes
Michael Schrock
Jennifer Stewart
Curt Olson
Dick Quaas
Chris Schultz
Jadzia Olson
Don Ramler
Staci Schultz
Valerie Stickel-Diehl, R.N.,
M.S.C.N.
Jennifer Olson
Linda Rauschendorfer
Monica Schwartz
Patti Streeter
Karen Olson
Thomas Reasland
Fallon Schwoch
Beverly Strongitharm
Martin Olson
Matthew Reistad
Jayme Scott
Jim Sueker
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Jack Sullivan
Lisa Viola, D.O.
Mike Whitmer
Nancy Sunder
Michael Vitelli
Sara Whitmer
Jerry Swanson
Nicole Wadtke
Marv Widmark
Kris Swanson
Jan Wagner
Shirley Wielinski
Mary Swanstrom
Louis Wagner
Kristen Wieser
Pam Tarbell
Lori Waldner
Kris Wilke
Denise Tataryn
Jeff Walkinshaw
Liz Willey
Danielle Tetrault-Winn
Reggie Walton
F. John Williams, III
Richie Thacker
Aron Wannarka
Megan Williams
Jessica Thompson
Annette Ward
Joan Willshire
Jo Thompson
Whitney Warmka
Raelene Wilmes
Pat Thompson
Devon Washington
Kelli Winchester
Sandy Thornburg
Audrey Wasiloski
Jasmine Winkelman
Barbara Thornton
Amber Wasley
Sara Winkleman
Mike Thurston
Anita Wasmundt
David Winn
Matthew Todd
Gayle Wasmundt
Debbie Witte
Amber Tompkins
Rox Watercott
Diana Wokson
Vic Torrel
Denise Watts
Mary Woods
Jane Trefethen
Amy Waxler
Walt Wozniak
Rita Trettel
Erin Weber
John Wujek
Jeremy Trevis, M.D.
Mary Weinand
Jim Wurst
Betsy Trondson
Brenda Welch
Marcia Wurst
Mark Trucker
Pat Welch
Lin Yoder
Donald Tufte
Garry Wellens
Jolene Yunginger
Cora Turner
Todd Wenninger
Joia Turner, M.D.
Marti West
Mary Ulmer
Royce Weurtzer
Brian Unekis
Melinda Wheeler
Yelena Usmanova, M.D.
Luanne Whiltsey
Mary Van Kempen
Diane Whitcraft
Dan Vega
Martha White
Andrea Viera
Tom Whitehead
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CORPORATE PARTNERS
Top corporate partners
We’re indebted to the many companies that support the Upper Midwest Chapter each year. Below is a list of exceptional
corporate partners that made substantial cash and/or in-kind contributions in 2013.
Gift of $100,000 or more
Gift of $50,000 to $99,999
Gift of $25,000 to $49,999
Gift of $10,000 to $24,999
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Gift of $5,000 to $9,999
In-kind gift of $10,000 or more
Circle of Distinction
The Circle of Distinction is an elite group of more than 100 corporate and friends and family teams across the nation that
have raised more than a $1 million dollars each for the National MS Society. This past year, teams and corporate sponsors
Cargill, Donaldson and Real Estate Riders were inducted into the Circle of Distinction for their support of the MS 150.
Christopher & Banks was also inducted for their sponsorship and team support of Walk MS: Minnesota, of which they are
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TOP FUNDRAISERS
Walk MS
$2,354,074 raised, 10,075 participants
Top Fundraiser
Lorisa Newman, $18,377
Top Teams
Walk MS: Christopher & Banks Walk
presented by Walser, Minnesota and western Wisconsin
CBK Team Hope, $23,719
(Captained by Melissa Wosmek)
Walk MS: Iowa
Irish Blessings, $5,880
(Captained by Carol McMahon-Kain)
Walk MS: North Dakota
Legs for Lorisa, $24,345
(Captained by Lorisa Newman)
Walk MS: Avera Neurosciences and Neurology Associates
Walk, South Dakota
Team of the Future: Damon XVI, $12,157
(Captained by Damon Scott)
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Mission Stars Club
Participants who raised $10,000 or more in 2013.
Chris Anderson
Mike Machus
Mike Sexton
Eric Goldberg
Lorisa Newman
Dannon Shiff
VIP Club
Participants who raised $3,000 or more in 2013.
Dana Allen-Tully
Nicole Erickson
Cecilia Marotzke
Damon Scott
Russell Arnold
Linda Friedrich
Alison Maulsby
Andrea Shumaker
Cindy Backlund
Paula Gaedtke
Fay LaVonne Nicolai
Michelle Smalley
Tom Beatty
Anne Hallgren
Roger Olsen
Linda Walsh
Bob Boese
Mackenzie Holland
Janet Olson
Charlene Washa
Jill Burch
Luella Kamrowski
Janet Penticoff
Anita Wasmundt
Louise Bussman
Heather Knutson
Mary Roche
Nicole Wells
Sandy Conzemius
Amy Kooiker
Judy Sand
Debbie Witte
Gris Dahlin
Sheila Lambie
Paula Savage
Chris Young
Doni-Susie Deisch
Jeanne Lassard
Larry L. Schmid
Sarah DeVries
Nettie Lindvig
Jim Schroepfer
Amanda Ellefson
William T. MacNally
Alan Scott
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TOP FUNDRAISERS
Bike MS: Cruise the Cornfields
$107,578 raised, 123 participants
Top team
OT’s Team Karebear, captained by Karrie Anderson, $22,476
Top fundraiser
Karrie Anderson, $20,534
Mission Stars Club
Participants who raised $10,000 or more in 2013.
Karrie Anderson
VIP Club
Participants who raised $3,000 or more in 2013.
Jennifer Hultman
Bike MS: C.H. Robinson MS 150 Ride
$3,088,000 raised, 3,317 participants
Top team
Cargill, captained by Wayne Chapman,
$247,236
Top fundraiser
Denny McGill, $30,225
Mission Stars Club
Participants who raised $10,000 or more in 2013.
John Evans
Greg Lang
Denny McGill
Michael Schrock
Andy Johnson
Brian McDonald
Mary O’Connor
Ron Schutz
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Bike MS: C.H. Robinson MS 150 Ride
VIP Club
Participants who raised $3,000 or more in 2013.
Laura Andert
Carmen Ferguson
James Lorenzen
Lance Schlimgen
Todd Balan
Ed Foppe
Jeff MacQueen
Len Schmid
Guillaume Bastiaens
William Franke
Maggie Mahoney
Marvin Schmidtz
LeRoy Bendickson
Thomas Gilligan
Ray Marron
Marilyn Schmoll
Carol Bierbaum
Mark Gingrich
Kevin McCarthy
Charles Stark
Laura Braley
Peter Grasse
Jody Meinz
David Steensgard
Jason Burley
Gary Gunter
Mike Milbrath
Steven Sutton
Dave Burrill
Helene Haapala
Bob Nelson
Mary Tahnk-Johnson
Jim Byrne
Laurie Hanson
Andy Olson
Ray Tahnk-Johnson
Paul Campbell
Jeffrey Hayward
Jon Pedersen
Darin Thom
Wayne Chapman
Jim Hazledine
Kevin Perry
Tom Thomasser
Troy Cleasby
John Heckel
Jonathan Pierce
Tad Thompson
Ryan Coddington
Steve Hendricks
Rick Pinkus
Peter Torseth
Thomas Como
Joan Hinnenkamp
Joe Polta
Andy Ubel
Bill Cook
Paul Hinz
Marcia Popa
Bob Venturin
Anne Davis
Michael Hoffman
Allison Quady
Anthony Wasbotten
Kevin Deters
Dianna Hunt
David Robertson
Morgan White
Jacquelyn Duff
Ned Jenks
Dave Rod
Paul Wolfram
Christopher Ellis
Steven Johnson
Randy Ruden
Todd Zabel
Tom Emison
Thomas Johnson
Craig Scanlon
Mark Fallon
Angela Lageson
Mark Scharmer
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TOP FUNDRAISERS
Bike MS: Sam’s Club Twin Cities Ride
$167,048 raised, 418 participants
Top team
Sam’s Club Cyclists, captained by Rox Watercott, $24,262
Top fundraiser
Rox Watercott, $10,015
Mission Stars Club
Participants who raised $10,000 or more in 2013.
Rox Watercott
VIP Club
Participants who raised $3,000 or more in 2013.
Kevin Ellis
Tom Hus
Tony Gallahue
Dan Kainz
Kate Malmon
Bike MS: Sanford Health Pedal the Plains
$129,681 raised, 197 participants
Top team
Barking Dog Cycling Club, captained by Kevin Brady, $12,385
Top fundraiser
Kevin Brady, $4,465
VIP Club
Participants who raised $3,000 or more in 2013.
Kevin Brady
Terry Keszler
Dave Johnson
Scott Rysdon
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Bike MS: TRAM Ride
$784,904 raised, 743 participants
Top team
Krebs Cyclers, captained by Dudley Parsons, $55,550
Top fundraiser
Cliff Tower, $22,726
Mission Stars Club
Participants who raised $10,000 or more in 2013.
Jim Christopherson
Dudley Parsons
Steve Schmitt
Joann Johnson
John Schenk
Cliff Tower
VIP Club
Participants who raised $3,000 or more in 2013.
Paul Anderson
Kevin Filter
Rusel Jagim
Maggie Schwagel
Greg Anderson
Henry Gerth
Allen Jenks
Tom Shore
Daryl Arzdorf
Michael Haider
James Kucera
Dave Britz
Craig Hanson
Kevin Kucera
Jacqueline Leavitt
Stafford
Joan Caillier
Sally Hanson
Josh Lyons
Jim Steiner
Ann Christianson
Lisa Hartke
Maureen Lyons
Wayne Tellekson
Victoria Danielson
Tess Hohman
Jim Miesbauer
Dale Tennison
Susie Erickson
Rhonda Issendorf
Joseph Scheinost
Karen Evenson
Josh Jacobson
Glenn Schulz
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TOP FUNDRAISERS
Bike MS: Sanford Health Ride the Wind
$83,706 raised, 100 participants
Top team
Scheels Roadrash, captained by Sheri Paulson
and Brenda Potter, $17,042
Top fundraiser
Ralph A. Hansen, $10,000
Mission Stars Club
Participants who raised $10,000 or more in 2013.
Ralph A. Hansen
VIP Club
Participants who raised $3,000 or more in 2013.
Sheila Ova
Shelly Richard
Tim Richard
MuckFestTM MS Twin Cities sponsored by Subaru
$244,832 raised, 2,071 participants
Top team
Muddy Paws, captained by Casey Walsh,
$23,110
Top fundraiser
Molly Michel, $13,600
Mission Stars Club
Participants who raised $10,000 or more in 2013.
Molly Michel
VIP Club
Participants who raised $3,000 or more in 2013.
Nellie Barrett
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Challenge Walk MS: Twin Cities
$199,726 raised, 94 participants
Top team
Team P.M.A., captained by Melissa Gulner, $53,722
Top fundraiser
Melissa Gulner, $30,000
Mission Stars Club
Participants who raised $10,000 or more in 2013.
Michele Conlon
Melissa Gulner
Carolyn Keith
VIP Club
Participants who raised $3,000 or more in 2013.
Sue Brief
Ellen Heitzman
David Miller
Jill Burch
Grace Korlath
Heidi Miller
Cortney Dahl
Ken Kroening
Brent Olson
Run to Stop MS
$25,500 raised, 15 participants
Top fundraiser
John Rach, $2,620
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Susan Plecko
TOP FUNDRAISERS
A Taste of Generosity
$80,865, 200 attendees
On the Move Luncheon
$110,073, 345 attendees
On the Move Little Black Dress Fargo
$44,513, 324 attendees
On the Move Little Black Dress Iowa City
$11,405, 115 attendees
Honorary Mission Star
Ronda Giangreco
Do-It-Yourself events
Mission Stars Club
Events that raised $10,000 or more in 2013.
Crawl for the Cure, John Johnson and committee, $99,292
LaTable, Nina Steil, $23,948
MS River Road Run, Jay and Sarah Hill, $21,000
Body & Soul, BJ LaVelle and Jennifer Thomas, $15,852
Fireside Lounge – Atlantic Auction, Mark Foegen, $15,799
MS Cup, Blake Middleton, $10,544
VIP Club
Events that raised $3,000 or more in 2013.
Cedar Rapids Bowling & Silent Auction, Elizabeth Trcka, $8,613
University of Minnesota College of Biological Sciences Student Board, $3,097
Carouseling for a Cure, The MARS Foundation, $3,025
Dorothy Mae MS Fund, Fred LeGrand, $3,000
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TOP DONORS
Top donors
Golden Circle
Golden Circle is made up of people who are determined to end MS forever and made an annual,
non-event contribution of $1,000 or more between Oct. 1, 2012 and Sept. 30, 2013. We honor these
compassionate donors and leaders in the MS movement.
Gifts of $50,000 and more
Gifts of $5,000 to $9,999
Amy and Jake Kusmak
Mark and Char Frost
The MARS Research
Foundation
Paul Carolan, M.D.
Edmund J. and
Betty Nightingale
Harold Gibson
Gifts of $25,000 and more
Joseph and
Marjorie Grinnell
Linda and Lance Oberg
Mary Gregerson
Doug Shull
Ronald Haaland
Ralph A. and
DeeAnne Hansen
Jody and Michael Vitelli
Susan A. Hagstrum, Ph.D.
David Waldo
Kay and Glenn Hasse, Jr.
Greg and Rebecca Hansen
Weathertop Foundation
Maureen Reeder
and Glenn Kelley
Welfund, Inc.
Laurie Hanson
and Kim Dayton
Beth Wozniak
Michael and Diane Heid
Gifts of $1,000 to $2,499
Barbara Henry
Gary Beaver, D.O.
Louis and Kathrine Hill
Jack Berghuis Estate
Wendell Hoffman
Gail Beske
Thomas R. Holtackers, P.T.
Greg Blockhus
Bruce Hughes, M.D.
Betty Ann Bullis
Daniel Johnson and
Rev. Sally Howell Johnson
Peggy and Webb White
Gifts of $10,000 to $24,999
Scott Blattner
Darwin Chapman and
Virginia Barchman
Arthur T. Erickson
Foundation
Hillswood Foundation
Janet Jones
Richard A. and
Karen Knutson
William and Elizabeth Cook
Paul Roberts
Larry L. and Suzann Schmid
Jeanne Voigt
Wellmark Foundation
Two anonymous donors
Vickie Lund
Gifts of $2,500 to $4,999
William T. and
Janet MacNally
Holly Anderson
and Matt Hoenck
Mudge Family Fund of
the Black Hills Area
Community Foundation
Otto C. Winzen Memorial
Advised Fund
Martha Cincoski, M.D.,
and Robert Cincoski
Eloise and Carl Pohlad
Family — Third
Generation Members
Paul and Laurie Duxbury
Michael and
Catherine Schrock
Two anonymous donors
Julie Carey
Patrick and
Georgia Cochrane
Monica Dahl
Lorraine Devol
Charitable Trust
David Foltz
Jerome Haarmann
Paul and Lynn Hempe
Katy and Lowell Holden
Carol Houghtby
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George Goodwin
David Johnson
Douglas Johnson
Michael Crusham
Herbert Johnson
Monica Dahl
Lyle and Kathleen Kasprick
Linda DeLessio, M.D.
Robert Kelley
Steve Dirksen
Jan Lake
James and Barbara Edwards
Gary Lamon
Lois Eichhorst
Susan and Tom Lange
Julie Erickson
Vincent and Anne LaPorte
Jeff and LeeAnn Ettinger
Bruce LeVahn
Mr. and Mrs. David Fries
Stephen and Julie Lime
TOP DONORS
Susan Mackay
Donovan Nelson
Michael Madigan
Ken and Linda Olson
Sampson Family
Charitable Foundation
Robert and Marlene Maeser
Julie Ottis
Dorothy Sanford
Foundation of the Association
of Former Agents of the
U.S. Secret Service
Daniel Marcotte
Arlene Palmer
Robin Scheib
Karen and Rick Wald
Denny and Nancy McGill
Jeffrey and Kathleen Parker
Devon Washington
Edward and Lois Meilleur
Gareth and Catherine Parry
Raymond and
Leola Schreurs
David Menzel
James Philippy
Simon Sinek
Bruce Meyer
Todd and Shirley Porter
Megan and
F. John Williams, III
Lavonne Michaud, M.D.
Julie Proffitt
Cynthia and Todd Miller
Prunty Charitable Fund
Margaret Murtaugh
John Remington
Richard and Jeannette Negri
John Ruan Foundation Trust
Stone Pier Foundation —
James and Megan Dayton
Mike Whitmer
Sydney Williams
Evelyn Swenson
Kelli Winchester
Edward Swingen
David and Kristine Zoz
Two anonymous donors
Lawry Circle
Lawry Circle is made up of people who know the quest for a world free of MS must continue. It recognizes people who
remember the National MS Society through a bequest, gift annuity, life insurance, retirement plan or other deferred
contribution.
Thelma Aaby*
Irene Bielke*
Donald Davis*
Keith Franklin
Carl Ahlgren* — in
memory of June Ahlgren
Claire and Mary Birschbach
Mark and Marilee Davis
Elizabeth Freese*
Alicia and Tim Blank
Deborah Dixson
Ellen Freese*
Arthur Anderson*
Kay Briden, Ph.D.
Mark Dixson
Pam Frey
Donald Anderson*
Teri Cannon
Rosamund Dols*
Helen Fugere*
Elmer Anderson*
Barbara Donnelly*
Walter Fuller*
Holly Anderson
F. Willard and
Jeanette Carlson
Fran Dovenberg*
Austin Gaddis*
Dave and Marian Anderson
David Chaikin
Shirley Drake*
Anne Gerth
Phil Anderson
Waunita Clare
Gordon Engdahl
Bob and Karen Golaszewski
Walter Anderson
Adele Clark*
Phyllis Engdahl*
Dolores Groebner*
Jeanne Angel*
Alice Clark*
Stephen Ehrlich
Margaret Grover*
Virginia Beck* — in honor
of Barb Lattner
Ellen Clark*
Pauline Ekvall*
Connie Gunderson Warner
Heather and Tim Clark
Carol Becvar
Thomas Elliott*
Cortney Dahl
Randall and Beth Behling
Bob Fells
Sheldon and
Margery Haaland
Monica Dahl
Susan A. Hagstrum, Ph.D.
Carl Berg
Darrel Findlay*
Angie Danzinger
Jeff Fisher
Anne Hallgren
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Karin Hamilton
Jody Payne
Elmer Studer*
Trudy Sullivan
Judy Harvey
John Kroeger* — in memory
of Audrey Kroeger
Whitney Heber
Anna and Jacob Kucera
Rose Peters — in honor
of Marie Paulson
Millie Heyer
Emilie Lambert*
Barbara Peterson
Orville Tempel*
Nancy Hillman
Esther Larson*
Samantha Phelps
Jeff Tews and Susan Rather
Christa Hinz-Lambrecht
Ethel Larson*
Jane Piotrowski
Ardall Tharaldson*
Marjean Hoeft
and Lisa Vecoli
Karen Larson
George Quinn*
Mary Ellen Tkatch*
Maureen Reeder
Hazel Torres*
Ann Hoffke
Fred LeGrand — in memory
of Dorothy LeGrand
Melissa Reeder
Lowell and Katy Holden
Jeannette Litman
Cliff Tower
Dawn Vassar
Thomas R. Holtackers, P.T.
Frances Long and Kirk Jeffrey
Bridget and
Greg Robinson-Riegler
Susan Horsager*
James and Carol Lorenzen
Richard and Norma Roessler
Carol Houghtby
Elaine Lorton*
Martin Ruesch*
Rachel Hughes
Vickie Lund
Mary Ivers
Doug Lyon
Cathy and
Randall Schapiro, M.D.
Barbara Jacobson*
Susan Mackay
Darr Schreurs
Kirk Jeffrey
William T. and Janet MacNally
Raymond and Leola Schreurs
Eleanor Jeske*
Charitable Trust
Quentin Malmquist*
Robert Schwan*
Daniel Marcotte
Florence Severson*
Emma Johnson*
Mary Martin*
Vernon and Connie Seurer
Frank Johnson*
Faye Mattison
Wilma Shadle
Robert and Betty Johnson*
Denny and Nancy McGill
Thomas Shaughnessy*
Dennis and Kathy Kahnke
David McKechnie
Marte Sheeran
Miriam Kaitz*
James Mulhern
Marjorie Simenstad*
Charlene Kanniainen*
Catherine Murnane*
Carolyn and Elbridge Keith
Grace Murphy*
Beverly Simmelink* — in
honor of Donald Hult
Glenn Kelley
Eunice Nelson*
Audrey Kintzi
Gloria Nelson*
Sid and Ethel Kline*
Edmund J. Nightingale, Ph.D.
Audrey Koenig*
Loraine Ogden
Marlene Kosobucki
Peter Olsen
Duane Kracht* — in
memory of Mary Kracht
Frances Osborne*
Robert Krenelka*
Karen Sletten
Robert Smith*
Roger Smith*
Sally Sperling*
Jim and Barb Steiner
Genevieve Stellberg*
Donna Stolfa*
Harry Paulson, Sr.*
Raymond Strid
Henry Paulson*
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Heather Svenson
Jeanne Voigt
David Waldo
Orlette and Wayne Waller*
W.S. Walsh
Ruth Warde*
Robert Webster*
Beverly Weinreich*
Margaret Welch*
Patrick and Ann Welch
Lucile Wellington*
Perry and Nicole Wells
Stephen Wellstone*
Cyril Welp*
David Wexler*
Jackie Wexler
Kelsey Williams
Donald and Julie Wirth
Shannon and
John Wolkerstorfer
Roger Younker
Gloria Yven*
Delphine Zeuli*
Thirteen anonymous donors
*Deceased
The National MS Society is a collective of passionate individuals who
want to do something about MS now — to move together toward a
world free of multiple sclerosis. MS stops people from moving.
We exist to make sure it doesn’t.
We help each person address the challenges of living with MS by funding
cutting-edge research, driving change through advocacy, facilitating
professional education, and providing programs and services that help
people with MS and their families move their lives forward. The Upper
Midwest Chapter serves more than 17,000 people living with MS in
Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota, along with several
counties in western Wisconsin and one county in Nebraska.
National MS Society
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