One Church
The Church has left the building
At the heart of 1HOPE is the belief that the Church can come together as one united body to bring love, support, and stability to foster children and families. By partnering with churches, 1HOPE creates a network of care as One Church that goes beyond individual congregations, demonstrating the power of unity in living out our shared mission of love, compassion and hope.
One City
Strengthening families, shaping futures
One Purpose
Uniting and transforming the foster community
With one clear purpose, 1HOPE exists to love, strengthen and support foster families to build resiliency. Through intentional relationships, meaningful events, and practical resources, 1HOPE creates opportunities to bring foster siblings together, unite foster families, and provide a foundation of love, hope and healing. Our unwavering One Purpose is to ensure that no child or family walks this journey alone.
Our Team

Karisa Wenberg
Executive Director
kwenberg@1HOPE.community

Kelsey Littel
Foster Family Support Network Manager
klittel@1HOPE.community

Terri Thillens
Foster Family Support Network Manager
tthillens@1HOPE.community

Candace Timokhin
Foster Family Support Network Assistant Manager
ctimokhin@1HOPE.community
Our Board

Ray Knight
President

Aaron Kohlmeier
Treasurer

Nicole Kaebisch
Secretary

Cara Jahnke
Fundraising
