FFEN Is People
FFEN's history and talented people are key to our unique niche and success.
Our history
Founded in 2010 by a dedicated group of Minnesota business leaders, professionals and others, FFEN focused immediately on fighting hunger and poverty, with special focus on ensuring stability for basic needs organizations. In 2013, leadership expanded its service area across the state. Now, FFEN is committed solely to food shelf support.
Kate Burggraff joined FFEN as executive director in October, 2018. She brings more than 15 years of experience in hunger relief and nonprofit management to her role, with expertise in volunteer management and community partnerships via food banks, food shelves and meal programs.
Meet the team: staff and board
Haley Nelson
President
Divisional Volunteer Relations
Director,
The Salvation Army Northern Division
Joined 2019
Michael Niznik
Treasurer
Tax Principal,
LB Carlson, LLP
Joined 2017
Jessica Rausch
Director, Global Sales and Service Enablement,
RBC Global Asset Management
Joined 2017
Kate Winter
Director, Partnerships and Clinical Integration,
Omcare
Joined 2021