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Our community is open to grant professionals of all skill levels.
The Heart of America Chapter of the Grant Professionals Association meets every other month to provide professional development, grants-based training, and a supportive community of colleagues and peers to the grant professionals located in and around the Kansas City area. With over fifty members on both sides of the state line, the Heart of America chapter provides a place to hone your craft, improve your reach, and build your support network. Come join us for a meeting soon!
The Heart of America Chapter is governed by a board of directors. The 2025 Board is listed below.
2025 Board
- Sheila Montgomery, President
- Cindy Lynn, GPC, Vice President
- Kari Cronbaugh-Auld, GPC, Treasurer/Secretary
- Mark Dunlap, GPC, Board Member & Regional Conference Chair
- Dani Schaefer, GPC, MPA, Board Member & Communications Chair
Heart of America Chapter is affiliated with the national Grant Professionals Association.