Oceana Community Foundation Adds a New Staff Member

Oceana Community Foundation would like to welcome Claudia Ressel-Hodan Psy.D. as the new part-time Administrative Assistant to the Foundation team. Claudia is a retired Psychologist who has spent the past 10 years in Pentwater contributing to numerous non-profits in a variety of roles including board roles of President, Director, Technical support, website development and fund development.

Additionally, Claudia has served on the Pentwater Village Council contributing to the development of Park Place and on the Downtown Development Authority, where she helped lead many Hancock Street improvements including benches, planters, and tree installation. As a passionate biking enthusiast, she is also very proud of launching the Pentwater Bike Share program for ten years. Currently she also manages Pentwater Park Place community center.

Claudia comes with an understanding of the importance of Community Development and Fund management. She states, “when working together we all win”. An attitude we value at the Oceana Community Foundation. She can be reached at claudia@oceanafoundation.org.

“We have worked with Claudia on several projects over the years and partnered with her nonprofit on her passion project, to extend the William Field Trail from Hart to Pentwater. We are thrilled to have her join our team to support our donor partners with excellent customer service and enthusiasm,” shared CEO Tammy Carey.

For more information about making a gift, now or through an estate plan, creating a named fund at the Foundation, or to learn more about Foundation programs & activities, call Carey at 231-869-3377 or visit the Foundation’s website at www.oceanafoundation.org.