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Chamber Foundation
FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Bob Curtis, Chair.............................................................................................................................................................Bob Curtis Farmers Insurance
Todd Anderson........................................................................................................................................................................Dick’s Lakeville Sanitation
Connie Boevers...................................................................................................................................KleinBank, a Division of Old National Bank
Krista Jech.......................................................................................................................................................................................Lakeville Area Chamber
Steve Lorenz, Treasurer......................................................................................................................................................................Discovery Financial
Karen Wentworth, Secretary.............................................................................................................................................Hobo/Chemquest/Triton
The Lakeville Chamber Foundation, a 501(c)3 charitable organization, is the
charitable giving arm of the Lakeville Area Chamber of Commerce. The
Foundation focuses on workforce development through scholarships and
grants. The Foundation is led by a member volunteer Board of Directors.
The Foundation generates funds from events such as the Education Bowling
Tournament and Suds for Scholars, and from annual donations by Chamber
members and individuals.
Information and applications for the Chamber Foundation scholarships and
grants can be found by going to LakevilleChamber.org and clicking on the
Foundation tab, or by calling the Chamber office at 952-469-2020.
SCHOLARSHIPS
The Foundation awards scholarships annually in two areas:
1. H
 igh School Seniors pursuing careers in STEM
2. C
 hamber member employees pursuing higher education or training in
their field.
IMPACT GRANTS
The Foundation awards Impact Grants annually for innovative, student-
based programs that have the ability to be replicated or adapted district-
wide.
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Suds for Scholars