"Thanks to You" Award Winners
Most every year the KindTree Board selects volunteers or donors that have been consistent and outstanding participants in our success. We honor and appreciate their contributions and dedication to our mission to serve and celebrate individuals and families living with autism.
Mary-Minn Sirag
Former Board President
2026
Mary-Minn Sirag is KindTree’s longest serving President, joining the Board of Directors in 2000 and elected President in 2001. During her many years of service she was the public face of KindTree, appearing on the local news, participating in KindTree’s peer support groups and art shows, making every guest feel comfortable at the Friends & Family Camp, so many things… And for sharing her perspective and experience as a person living with autism. We are all so grateful for her participation!
You can view some of her early Stim Page articles HERE.
Frankie Sharp
KindTree volunteer
2023
Frankie has been an integral part of our Friends & Family Camp for well over a decade, hosting many Karaoke sessions, dance parties, and concert performances. Plus he stays up late and greatly enjoys games in the mess hall with other young people. He is a true star!
Suzanne Sutherland
Camp Volunteer
2023
For over a decade Suzanne has been the lead volunteer for registration, fielding many phone calls from guests with questions, chairing the Scholarship Committee, and scheduling volunteers for the info desk on site. Her attention to detail and calm and efficient manner with both guests and volunteers is truly remarkable. She is a great example to all other volunteers and team leaders.
Pictured with her husband, photograph by her son. Family!!
Donald Burton
Chief Chef and much more
2022
Donald Burton, Donald has been the Chef for our Friends & Family Camp for over a decade, consistently receiving the highest marks from our guests and volunteers for his excellent meals and deserts. Feeding 250 people 3 times a day with an all volunteer crew is not easy, but Donald does it with focus, professionalism, and joy. Thank you!
The Larson Family Foundation
The Taubert Memorial Foundation
Major Donors
2022
Both of these foundations provided donations of over $6,000 during 2021-2022 when Covid deeply affected our ability to raise needed funds. Our ability to continue serving and celebrating members of the autism community was greatly enhanced due to their help. Thank You!
If you would like to make a donation, please visit this page.
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