Board Chair

Being the Board Chair for Ivy House is a privilege, not only to serve but to walk with some of the most loving, generous, and smart people I know. “They Will Know We Are Christians by Our Love” is a favorite hymn of mine. This hymn reminds me of Ivy House’s mission of showing God’s love to families by providing a safe and caring place for kids to stay. I am amazed and thankful for the work we are all providing for families who walk through our doors.

Board Vice Chair

I’ve been blessed to know the founder, Amber Collins, and watch the Ivy house grow and become what it is today. There is nothing quite like our Ivy House. I love watching it take shape and impacting all who come across our mission and founding!

Board Treasurer

I joined the Ivy House Board to support an amazing organization that provides much needed assistance to children in a time of family crisis.

Board Secretary

When I think about why I want to serve as a board member of the Ivy House, this quote comes to mind:
“For these are all our children. We will all profit from, or pay for, what they become.” James Baldwin.

Board Member

Board Member

I chose to serve on the board because childcare is an issue in our community. I enjoy helping those in need when I can and the services provided by Ivy House are exactly that, helping those in a crisis get the care they need. This is something that I have a passion for and want to help maintain and grow.

Board Member

I was drawn to the Ivy House at the very beginning because I believed in helping families and children in our community!

Board Member

To me, Ivy House means comfort and hope. As a single parent, I’ve felt the lonely, pit-in-the-stomach worry that keeps you awake at night wondering how you are going to keep your kids safe, happy, and well-cared-for through a challenging day ahead. That’s the comfort; realizing you’re not alone and that there are loving people who want to help. That’s Ivy House! And it’s the people and places like Ivy House that bring hope; that heartwarming feeling of knowing you and your kids will make it through a tough day, that we all need each other and it’s good to reach out for help, and that there are brighter days ahead. I feel blessed to be a part of the Ivy House mission and hope you feel blessed by Ivy House too.

Board Member

Board Member

As a Christian, I am convicted by the mission of Ivy House to share God’s love with families by providing a safe and caring place for kids to stay. As a new(er) member of the New Ulm community, I am interested in serving my neighbors in meaningful ways and establishing connections with friends I’ve yet to meet.

Board Member

I have felt very blessed to be part of the Ivy House and its mission since near the beginning. I have always had a special place in my heart for the most vulnerable individuals in our communities. Being part of this board has allowed me to continue my work with some of these vulnerable members of our community, children who need quick, reactive caregiving. It is very satisfying to know we are meeting the needs of many families by providing our services.

Executive Director

God led me to lead Ivy House to serve our community. I’m honored to work beside many talented people on our Board of Directors and staff. Working for Ivy House has been such a gratifying experience to truly make a difference in the lives of families and children. I was born with a helper’s heart and am humbled to be able use the talents God has given me to love, comfort and support everyone who comes to Ivy House.

Family Advocate

Curiosity brought me to Ivy House. I stay because I found a love and passion for the children and families we serve. Ivy House takes a community and transforms it into a family.

Childcare Provider 

Ivy House is a safe, caring and home-like place for children to stay and play. It is a place full of love and boundaries.

I am grateful to be part of such a caring, supportive, and generous team who share a similar goal to provide support and resources to families and children.

I chose to work at Ivy House because of the love and support they have shown me from being an intern through the pandemic, graduating from college to planning a wedding. Ivy House has been flexible, caring and like a family

Childcare Provider/Crisis Line

What is better than knowing your children are in a safe and loving place? That is what the Ivy House is. We want all children to know that no matter what is happening in their lives, when they are with us, they are loved. Being a part of Ivy House has been such a blessing in my life. Seeing the impact, we have on the community is just so heartwarming and humbling. The Ivy House is a great organization that provides so much care and love.

Childcare Provider

Ivy House represents hope to me. I chose to work at the Ivy House because it’s a way for me to give back by showing the kids we are here for them, a safe & fun place, and hope to their parents by giving them a small break to take a breath and move forward.

Childcare Provider

I enjoy working with the kids at the Ivy House. It’s not work, it’s just playtime! I love how much energy the kids have, keeps me young.

Childcare Provider

Caring for people, children especially, has always held a special place in my heart. Working at Ivy House gives me the opportunity to be someone special and safe in these children. Feeling loved and cared about are, in my opinion, two of the most important things for children. I have plenty of to be shared, so that’s why I chose to work at Ivy House.

Childcare Provider

Childcare Provider

Ivy House is a wonderful ministry to families in need of support. I am blessed to be a part of a team that shares the love of Christ in caregiving to the children who come.

Childcare Provider

I did childcare for 18 years and then decided to go back to work in sales what I went to school for. I was missing being around children. I was told about the Ivy House and thought that would be the perfect fit. After learning more and more about the mission and seeing what we do for so many in need it has filled my heart with so much joy.