About Us

Our purpose is to enhance the quality of life in our vibrant and diverse community by attracting and supporting high caliber arts.

2024 Board of Directors

Co-Presidents and Co-Chairs of the Board – Mary Hamann-Roland / Nicole Junker 

    Immediate Past Co-President – Karen Kirkman

    Vice President – Media Communications -David Shaw

    Social Media Chair – Shannon Butler

    Web Master – Chris Ellickson / Michael Todaro

    Secretary – Anna Yakle

    Treasurer – Carla Tappainer

    City Liaison – Bill Bird / Eric Carlson

    Craig Bryan

    Karen Dyck 

    Cindy Purfeerst

     Lynn Kielas

     Susan Allen

     Mike Wick

     Mary Williams

     Thatcher Buck

     Yonton Samuel 

     Zuber Mohamed

Advisory Board

Anne Barnes • Advisor
Bill Blatzheim • Advisor

David Roland • Advisor
Cheryl Ryan • Advisor
Judy Sagen • Advisor


The Apple Valley Arts Foundation is a proud member of the
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits.