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Meet Our Team


Samuel Newby, PhD
Executive Director

As the Executive Director, Samuel provides the strategic vision and management for HNH Ministries as a whole. He has worked in nonprofit management and church leadership for the last twenty years. He has an M.P.A. in nonprofit management (UMKC), an M.A. in theology, and PhD in theology (Fuller Seminary). Sam has been married to Anna for over twenty years and they have two children, ages 11 and 17. ​
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Matt Huber
Director of Operations

As the Director of Operations, Matt leads the day to day operations of the organization. Matt lived in Ireland for 14 years working with nonprofits and arts organizations. He has a MA in Leadership from Fuller Seminary. He lives in Kansas City with his wife, 3 kids and 2 dogs.
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Katrina Huckabay
Food Pantry Manager


Katrina manages the Food Pantry programs and formerly served as the Asst. Food Pantry Manager. She has years of experience working in a wide range of non-profit organizations. She is highly proficient and brings a focused sense of excellence and efficiency to every task. We are grateful to have her on our team!
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Danielle Marley
Manager of Client Services and Day Center


Danielle is the Manager of Client Services and the Day Center. She facilitates community life, manages agency services, and  has been putting critical infrastructure in place. 
She comes from an extensive background in the social services field, specializing in crisis management, case management, and mental health services. Danielle and her family enjoy spending time together outside, at the lake, or at the ball fields.
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Catherine Verhelle
Day Center Coordinator
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Shirley Clubbs
Day Center
​Kitchen Coordinator
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Ruth Fleming
Food Pantry Assistant
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Ivan Cepeda
Driver for Transportation Services
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Karen Robertson
Case Manager & Housing Specialist

Karen serves as a Case Manager and Housing Specialist working closely with community members to provide a roadmap to stability in terms of housing, employment, and health. She is the certified Coordinated Entry liaison for HNH and specializes in benefit eligibility/enrollment. As a former RN with years of experience in healthcare, Karen brings her patient-centered approach to the role of client-centered solutions to her social work. 
CONTACT Karen
Robert Lipham 
Thrift Store Manager


Robert comes to us by way of the Habitat of Humanity Restore community where over 15 years he has successfully led stores in Overland Park, St. Joseph, and Martin City and increased sales and efficiency at each store. Robert lives with his wife and daughter in Pleasant Hills. 
CONTACT Robert
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Valerie Trice
Clothing Supervisor
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Carol Janes
Head Thrift Store Cashier
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Sharon Tranovich
Thrift Store Cashier
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Diana Owens
Hard Goods Supervisor
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Scott Canady
Dock Manager
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​Angela Kramer
Financial Administrator


Angela brings a strong background in corporate accounting and management, along with dedicated service to Heart N’ Hand since 2020. Her blend of financial experience and community commitment supports her work in the financial administrator role.
CONTACT ANGELA
Our Board of Directors
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Our board consists of 5 members serving 3 year terms. Here are our current members:

John Schafer 
Board President


Nate Vander Hamm
Treasurer

Angela Kramer
Secretary

Melissa Mills
Board Member

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  • Home
    • About Us
    • Our Team
  • Programs
    • Homeless Services & Prevention
    • Food Assistance Services
    • Thrift Store
  • Annual Programs
  • DONATE
    • Planned Giving
  • Volunteer
  • Contact
    • Food Pantry Tax Credit