Honoring the sacrifices made by veterans, military, and first responder families
Honoring the sacrifices made by veterans, military, and first responder families
Our Mission
The Witkop Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to honoring the sacrifice of veterans, military, and first responders, by recognizing their service and providing value added to their successful transition to civilian life. Our mission is to strengthen the individual through community-based outdoor experiences—using recreation, conservation, and professionally guided expeditions to facilitate personal growth, restore a sense of purpose, and cultivate lasting camaraderie.
STRATEGIC PILLARS OF FOCUS
- Americanism: Exemplifying Service Before Self and Excellence in All We Do by fostering a sincere respect for American values and the sacrifices that provide our freedom.
- Personal Growth: Support individuals in navigating life challenges by fostering camaraderie, building interpersonal skills, and increasing self-confidence to find a renewed sense of purpose.
- Connectivity & Community Engagement: Establishing grass-roots relationships linking veterans and first responders to their local communities to meet specific regional needs and strengthen civic bonds.
- Family Engagement: Educate the future generation of Americans through programs, ensuring the legacy of service and protecting our renewable natural resources.
- Outdoor Recreation: “Leave it better than you found it”, advancing the North American Model of Conservation, through land stewardship, wildlife management education, ethical hunting, and sustainable use practices.
Witkop Foundation Board
Don Pitts - President
Jess De Klerk - Vice-President
Jess De Klerk - Vice-President
Jess De Klerk - Vice-President
Jess De Klerk - Vice-President
Jess De Klerk - Vice-President
Micheal Jarreau - Secretary
Jess De Klerk - Vice-President
Dr. Dianne Dinkel - Treasurer
Dr. Dianne Dinkel - Treasurer
Dr. Steve Fooshee, Board Member
Dr. Dianne Dinkel - Treasurer
John Richardson, Board Member
Dr. Steve Fooshee, Board Member
Dr. Steve Fooshee, Board Member
Dr. Steve Fooshee, Board Member
Dr. Steve Fooshee, Board Member
Dr. Steve Fooshee, Board Member
Zach Fallin, Board Member
Major Ed Pulido - Ambassador At Large
Major Ed Pulido - Ambassador At Large
Major Ed Pulido - Ambassador At Large
Major Ed Pulido - Ambassador At Large
Major Ed Pulido - Ambassador At Large