Peoria-Area Community Impact Guide 2023-2024

PICKET FENCE FOUNDATION

310 N. Fourth Street Chillicothe, IL 61523 Phone: (309) 274-5414 Website : picketfencefoundationorg Facebook : @ThePicketFenceFoundation Instagram : @picketfencefoundation

To provide employment and training opportunities to people with disabilities in a safe and welcoming community environment.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Katie Fitch

BOARD MEMBERS Laura Sniff Jim Sniff Stephanie Farris

KEY STAFF Laura Sniff, Founder Jim Sniff, Founder Pam Murphy, Retail Manager Rachael Waldon, Design Manager Lisa Bischler, Retail Manager Donna Sturm, Greenhouse Consultant HOW TO HELP We have many volunteer opportunities at the Picket Fence Foundation. Please send your contact information to office@picketfencefoundation.org . We also welcome and appreciate donations, please visit our website at www.picketfencefoundation.org/ donate .

DID YOU KNOW? Our gift shop is home to the Ability Marketplace, which is stocked with unique products made by individuals with disabilities locally and across the country. You’ll also find beautifully woven products made in our in-house Picket Fence Weavers program WHAT WE DO We develop employment opportunities throughout our entire operation, including our gift shop, garden center, design studio, greenhouses, and business office. We also host classes and volunteer groups on our campus to expose them to various job tasks and environments

VISION Our vision is an inclusive society that values the unique abilities of adults with disabilities We aim to break stereotypes and empower individuals to reach their full potential and make valuable contributions to the community VALUES Our strategy comes from our “Good SOIL” Values: Safety, Optimism, Inclusivity, and Loyalty We prioritize safety, approach challenges positively, embrace diversity, and build strong relationships. As quality soil produces a bountiful garden, these values produce a healthy, empowering workplace

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