Overview
Formed to assist other local bodies as they work to enhance the quality of life for Miamisburg residents, the Miamisburg Community Foundation is a non-profit corporation focusing on charitable, cultural, environmental, and recreational opportunities.
The Foundation will establish a strong funding base to support the Parks and Recreation Department’s mission, strategies, and initiatives, specifically for the development of recreational facilities and programs. Initial upcoming projects include: neighborhood revitalization, the Bicentennial Celebration, and Riverfront Park.
The Miamisburg Community Foundation Board includes interested citizens who live or work in the Miamisburg City School District. The Board is a diverse group of people who come equipped to serve with varied experiences, specialties, and community knowledge.
Leadership
Greg Bell
Greg Bell
President
Greg is a life-long resident of Miamisburg. He is a graduate of Miamisburg High School and Franklin University. Following his father and grandfather before him, he, along with his brother Tim, owned and operated Bell Vault & Monument, Inc. Greg, and Margaret are runners and they have been involved with and/or been the directors of the ORRRC/City of Miamisburg Turkey Trot for over 25 years. Greg believes strongly in giving back to the community and feels the foundation is a great way to do just that.
Shon Myers
Shon Myers
Vice-President
Shon Myers currently serves as Chairman, President, & CEO of Farmers & Merchants Bank and its holding company F&M Bancorp in Miamisburg, Ohio. Mr. Myers received his B.S. degree in Business Administration from Kentucky Christian University. In addition, Mr. Myers graduated from the University of Wisconsin Graduate School of Banking program. He gives back through service with a variety of organizations and voluntary board positions. Some activities include being an active member in Rotary International, member of Miamisburg Municipal Trust Fund Finance Committee, current Board Member of the Community Bankers Association of Ohio and serves on committees for Independent Community Bankers of Americas. Shon and his wife of twenty plus years have two children.
Keith Basinger
Keith Basinger
Treasurer
Dr. Basinger earned his Doctor of Optometry from The Ohio State University. After graduation he completed a Residency in Cornea and Contact Lens at Ohio State. He is a member of the City of Miamisburg Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, the Past President of the Miamisburg Rotary, and is active in the Ohio Optometric Association. His outside interests are computers, home improvement, and keeping up with Connor, Sarah and Savannah, his three children.
Shelby Spurlock
Shelby Spurlock
Secretary
Shelby Spurlock resides in Miamisburg and works full time as the Miamisburg Community Center’s Operations Manager. With a bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Shelby has experience in account management, customer relations and administrative support in numerous environments. Shelby is honored to serve for a foundation making great impact on our community.
Tom Croskey
Tom Croskey
Trustee
Tom Croskey is a local Attorney At Law, a native of Miamisburg and married to Barbara. Prior to opening a law practice in Miamisburg in 1991 he served as General Counsel for CBC Companies, Inc. in Columbus. Tom was also a former Centerville HS teacher and soccer coach. He attended Miami University and the University of Toledo, College of Law. He has served as President of the Miamisburg Board of Education and the Miamisburg Rotary Club, and presently serves as a Director of Farmers & Merchants Bank.
Vanessa Glotfelter
Vanessa Glotfelter
Trustee
Vanessa Glotfelter and her family have lived in Miamisburg for the past 15 years. In addition, she works at Barge Design Solutions – an Engineering & Architecture firm located at the Mound Business Park. She is a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) and the National Society of Professional Engineers, as well as a member of the Civil and Architecture Technology Advisory Board for Sinclair Community College. Vanessa was a member of the 2015 class of Leadership Dayton. As an active member of the community in which she lives, works and plays – Vanessa has a vested interested supporting the Community Foundation and their goals to enhance the quality of life in Miamisburg.
Niels Winther
Niels Winther
Trustee
Managing Partner, Chairman of the Board and Owner of Think Patented, Dayton, Ohio.
A seasoned executive, known as a visionary leader and motivator of employees, Niels' communication and interpersonal skills have helped him in the boardroom and production floor alike. He has held positions as President or CEO in several major firms, including Heidelberg USA Inc., Baumfolder, and The East Asiatic Company, and has been a Board member in dozens of others throughout his career.
He holds an Honorary Doctorate of Business and Industry from Ferris State University.
Proud US Citizen since 2014
Board Member, Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce, Dayton, OH
Board Member, Whitlam Label Company Inc., Detroit, Michigan
Board Member, Mound Development Corporation, Miamisburg, Ohio
Board Member, Miamisburg Community Foundation, Miamisburg, Ohio
Member, United Way of Greater Dayton Donor Advisory Board
Dick Church
Dick Church
Trustee
A homegrown product of Miamisburg, Dick Church, Jr. is the longest-serving mayor in his hometown’s 200-year history (over 26 years). Overall, he has served in elected office for more than 30 years.
A retired local business owner, Mayor Church has provided political leadership during a period of significant growth and progress in Miamisburg, and he was active in civic matters long before seeking public office. Before entering politics, he was a member of the City’s Parks and Recreation Advisory Board for 13 years and also served on the committee that wrote the City charter in the 1960s. He currently represents Miamisburg on a number of regional boards on issues ranging from public safety to solid waste.
Mayor Church is also a past potentate of Antioch Shrine Temple and has devoted much time to civic and charitable organizations over the years. He and his wife, Dr. Judi Church, have been married 51 years.
Keith Johnson
Keith Johnson
Trustee Ex-Officio
Keith Johnson is the City Manager of Miamisburg, Ohio.
Kelsey Whipp
Kelsey Whipp
Trustee Ex-Officio
Kelsey is the Director of the Miamisburg Parks and Recreation Department. The director serves the Community Foundation as the city’s direct liaison and advocate.
Kelsey has served in youth programming, special events and park development, focusing all her efforts on improving the quality of life for the City for which she works. Kelsey recently transitioned from the City of Kettering and serves in the Ohio Parks and Recreation Association. As a Wright State grad, and a local resident of this community, she gives back to the community that gave to her.