Bess Wilfong
Founder & Executive Director
One word to describe the organization? Togetherness
What is the most gratifying part of your job? Giving love in so many forms to “our” kids and our parents.
What is your favorite season? Why? I could never have a favorite season. I love St. Louis because of the changing seasons. It’s fun to anticipate the next season. I like change.
Contact: Bess@angelsarms.org
Jasmina Schue
Director of Operations
One word to describe the organization? Family
What is the most gratifying part of your job? Knowing that the children in our homes are safe, loved and their needs will be met makes coming to work feel less like work, even on the most stressful of days.
What is your favorite season? Why? Fall for sure. There is something wonderful about seeing the leaves change colors, the crisp autumn air, bonfires and knowing that the holiday season is right around the corner. Oh, and boots, scarves and big sweaters!
Contact: Jasmina@angelsarms.org
Maria Rehkemper
Development and Marketing Manager
One word to describe the organization? Supportive
What is the most gratifying part of your job? Seeing individuals come together, whether that’s at an event or volunteering because they care about the foster children right here in St. Louis, Missouri.
What is your favorite season? Why? Fall, hands down, Fall. I love the cozy, crisp feeling of Fall! From the changing leaves to comfy sweaters, bonfires, Halloween (I love Halloween!) and Thanksgiving which brings family and friends together, and of course…the Pumpkin Spice Latte.
Contact: Maria@angelsarms.org
Ashley Cook
Outreach Coordinator
One word to describe the organization? Innovative
What is the most gratifying part of your job? That I get to be part of something I’m passionate about – foster care and children.
What is your favorite season? Why? Fall, because I love the cool temperatures and watching the leaves turn colors in the trees.
Contact: ashley@angelsarms.org
Margot Huber
Event Project Coordinator
One word you would use to describe Angels’ Arms? Amazing!
What is the most gratifying part of your job so far? The thing that is so gratifying to me in my job is that I know that all the work I do each and every day is making a difference in someone’s life – so blessed to have such an amazing job and working with such awesome people and families.
What is your favorite season? Why? Fall – I love all the leaves turning colors, football time, cooler weather, pumpkins and everyone always seems to be more relaxed.
Contact: margot@angelsarms.org
Tiffany Carey
Administrative Assistant
One word to describe the organization? Welcoming
What is the most gratifying part of your job? Knowing each day we come to work, our small part is added to a whole network of caring people to help foster families feel supported and loved.
What is your favorite season? Why? Spring! Cold turns to warm. Grey days turn light with longer brighter sunshine. Bare trees turn brilliant green. Flowers begin to bloom everywhere. Fruits like strawberries are fresh and sweet. The birds even begin to sing again.
Contact: tiffany@angelsarms.org
Joan Miller
Accountant
One word to describe the organization? Inspiring
What is the most gratifying part of your job? Knowing that we are making a difference in lives of those who are less fortunate than we have been and giving them opportunities in their lives that they might not otherwise have had.
What is your favorite season? Why? Autumn – I love the colors of fall, the crispness in the air, the cool nights, warm days, and sweater weather!
Tom Jaggie
Maintenance Manager
One word to describe the organization? Awesome
What is the most gratifying part of your job? Watching the kids grow.
What is your favorite season? Why? Spring – I enjoy fishing.