06/17/2026
Mission of Hope shares with deep sadness that our Executive Director, Jana Nelson, passed away on June 14. We hold her family, friends, and all who were touched by her life in our prayers.
Jana served Mission of Hope for 20 years and was instrumental in guiding the organization through its transition to an independent nonprofit in 2020. Her dedication to our mission and to the people we serve will be felt for years to come.
To ensure continuity during this transition, the Board of Directors has appointed Lois Fowler as Interim Executive Director. Our programs and services will continue without interruption.
We appreciate your support as we honor Jana’s legacy and move forward together. For questions or media inquiries, please contact Board Chair Matt Dickey at [email protected]
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