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Meet our board members

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Mr. Albert Yarmeto Jr

Founder and President

 A devoted father of two and proud fiancé to Lakeitha Ward. As a Criminal Justice major, he is deeply passionate about justice, community service, and giving back to those in need. His faith is the foundation of his life—he draws strength from reading the Bible, praying, and engaging in meaningful conversations about Scripture.

A three-time state entrant and three-time All-Conference wrestling champion, Albert’s journey reflects resilience, discipline, and unwavering determination. In addition to leading Yarmeto’s Helping Hand Foundation, he’s a loving dog owner who cherishes his pets. With a heart for the children of Liberia, Albert is committed to helping them overcome poverty and build brighter, hope-filled futures.

Tim Peterson

Retired CPA from a large firm, he served as a part-time firefighter for over 9 years and now works part-time at auto dealership. He and his wife have two children and two grandaughters, and they actively support their church and various Christian organizations.

Eric Olson

Eric has extensive experience on non-profit boards and over 30 years in sales and marketing. He is eager to his skills to help build this foundation on teaching children about God’s love and compassion.

Lisa Molitor

Lisa has experience in nonprofit development and LLC startups. She is passionate about creating positive change and supporting community growth.

Peterson Ballah

Administrative Director (Liberia)

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Penny  Petersen

Administrative Director

Penny, an experienced administrative assistant, is excited to support an important foundation with her skills and passion for helping others.

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