The Board is ultimately responsible for all activities of the organization. The Board of Directors supports BBBSWC in:

  • Formulate program policies and evaluate the overall program in relation to the quality of service, community needs and compliance with national organization.

  • Formulate operational policies and evaluate effectiveness and compliance with the national organization (BBBSA).

  • Conduct long range strategic planning for the operation and development of the agency.

  • Establish personnel standards, develop specific criteria for the Executive Director position, and ensure employment of qualified staff.

  • Prepare and approve an annual budget.

  • Hold title to and serve as trustees of all agency properties and funds, manage and administer them.

  • Create and update a fund development plan and conduct fund raising activities.

  • Support recruitment of a sufficient number of volunteers to meet the agency’s service needs.

MEET THE STAFF

Behind this agency is a vast group of empowered individuals who bring our mission to life. Our Bigs are not saviors, they are allies. Our parents and guardians put their trust in us, knowing that working together gives their child incredible opportunities and a bright future. Our community of families, Bigs, teachers, administrators, county workers, and donors make Big Brothers Big Sisters the powerful organization it is. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Washington County is completely privately funded. The families we support have no fees to participate in our program. Big Brothers Big Sisters is here for Washington County. We stand with potential. We are BIG.

Heidi Sternig

Executive Director

heidis@bbbswashco.org

Hello! I’m thrilled and honored to return to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Washington County to now serve as executive director. I am passionate about supporting youth and finding ways to meet community needs. Having over 20 years of nonprofit experience, I am confident the team and I can do great things together to move this organization forward and make a BIG impact. I look forward to living out the organization’s mission and strategic priorities while building strong community partnerships to help strengthen Big Brothers Big Sisters' positive impact on Washington County youth.

In my free time, I Iove spending time with my husband of 24 years, Matt, and my two children who are 18 and 20. I also enjoy a good walk outdoors or love spending time at one of the beautiful local lakes. Being by water or outdoors has always made me happiest. I also enjoy reading a good book or doing something to bring out my creativity, such as cake decorating, baking, or painting.

Dani Kempfer

Program and Activities Director

danik@bbbswashco.org

Hello! I am so excited to be joining the Big Brother Big Sisters of Washington County team as the Program and Activities Director. Although, I am new to the team, I have had many years of experience and education in working with children and families of various backgrounds, cultures, beliefs, and styles. The past few years, I have spent time working at a school where I was able to help develop various programs to help meet the needs of the families in the school community. I have learned the importance of listening, observing, and developing plans to be able to reach not only the families needs, but their interests as well.

In my free time I enjoy spending time with my own family whether it is going to escape rooms, playing BINGO, or just randomly bursting into song. I also love going on adventures by delving into a good book or watching movies and documentaries.

I am looking forward to being able to bring my experience and interests to the table at Big Brothers Big Sisters and cannot wait to get to know the Bigs, the Littles, and their families.

Tessa Wertjes

Match Enrollment

tessaw@bbbswashco.org

I am super excited to be joining Big Brothers Big Sisters of Washington County. I recently graduated college with a bachelors degree in sociology. I am looking forward to working with an amazing team, families, and their children. Big Brothers Big Sisters is an amazing non-profit organization that has helped so many families and children.