Meet The Board

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Melissa Artz is a dedicated educator and advocate for families in need, currently serving as a board member for Thomas County CARES. With a background in middle grades education and a passion for community outreach, she brings both experience and heart to the mission of supporting vulnerable families in Thomas County. Melissa also co-chairs the Family & Education Committee, where she helps lead initiatives such as food drives, school supply drives, and family resource outreach. In addition to her leadership roles, she serves as the organization’s technology coordinator—designing and maintaining the website, managing email communications, social media, and the monthly newsletter. She believes in the power of connection, compassion, and collective action to create lasting change.

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​Cindy Harper is the co-founder of Thomas County CARES and has served as a dedicated board member since its inception. As the Food and Nutrition Director, she leads the charge in organizing food drives, coordinating meal distributions, and ensuring that no one in the community goes without a nourishing meal. Cindy is deeply compassionate about the well-being of all people, with a special heart for children, the elderly, and those experiencing homelessness. Her love for people drives her to serve with kindness, dignity, and unwavering commitment to care.

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