Rick Houck, Board Chair

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When Rick Houck retired as a Rear Admiral with the United States Coast Guard, he and his wife Lani settled in Hawaii, her native state, and built what they thought […]

In the News: Muddy Sneakers on WFMY News 2

On Monday, March 13, 2023, Muddy Sneakers’ story was shared on WFMY News 2, the Triad’s CBS affiliate based out of Greensboro, North Carolina. In case you missed it, here […]

Kristina Proctor

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Introducing Kristina Proctor, a dedicated member of the Muddy Sneakers board. Kristina’s multifaceted career and unwavering commitment to community upliftment make her an invaluable asset to our cause. Hailing originally […]

Betsy Jordan

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Betsy Jordan cultivated her love for nature alongside her father in the breathtaking North Georgia mountains. Those early days of hiking around her hometown of Gainesville, Georgia instilled a deep […]

Anne Bullard, Secretary

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Anne Bullard is a dedicated advocate for youth development and outdoor education. Her journey began in Winston-Salem, NC, where she attended Wake Forest University. After graduation, Anne’s passion for teaching […]

Ben Walters, Treasurer

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Meet Ben Walters, Senior Manager at Forvis (formerly DHG) based in Asheville, North Carolina. Ben has over seven years of dedicated service in public accounting. He specializes in providing comprehensive […]

2021 – 2022 Annual Report

With gratitude and recognition for the transformative difference our donors, partners, and supporters make for our students, educators, and state, we are pleased to share our 2021-2022 Annual Report.