WHO WE ARE

Our
Mission & Vision

To be the leading advocate of public safety in the greater St. Cloud region.

Our vision is to engage the community to promote initiatives that support Fire, Police, and Emergency Service providers that serve our communities in Benton, Sherburne and Stearns Counties.
The Public Safety Foundation is an initiative led by the private sector, with collaboration from public servants, to create the support structure necessary to build trust in our community.

The Public Safety Foundation serves:
  • Central Minnesota

What We Do

We own real estate to establish community outposts in troubled neighborhoods to improve public safety, quality of life, and community engagement.

We will act as a fiscal host to support fundraising for public safety initiatives.

We will provide public recognition and support for the public safety community and for community members and organizations that promote public safety.

We will support youth and nurture their interest in public safety and public safety careers.

Our Board

The members of our board of directors are thought leaders who have made a significant contribution to our society. Each and every one of them brings a unique set of skills and expertise to our organization.
Ernie Wollak

CEO of Wollak Construction Inc, Wollak Development Inc., and ER Wollak Trucking Inc.

CEO of Wollak Construction Inc, Wollak Development Inc., and ER Wollak Trucking Inc.
Troy Fritz

Executive Director for Major Gifts, Saint John’s University

Executive Director for Major Gifts, Saint John’s University
Caryn Stadther

Vice President/Treasury Management Consultant, US Bank

Vice President/Treasury Management Consultant, US Bank
Bernadette “Bernie” Perryman

Owner, Batteries Plus Bulbs

Owner, Batteries Plus Bulbs
Ken Bellicot

State Farm Insurance Agent

State Farm Insurance Agent
Jodi Gertken

CentraCare Director of State Government Affairs and Community Relations

CentraCare Director of State Government Affairs and Community Relations
Marion Larson

EMS Coordinator, Central EMS Region

EMS Coordinator, Central EMS Region
Jim Steve

Retired, St. Cloud Police Department

Retired, St. Cloud Police Department
Judith Siminoe, JD

Vice President of University Affairs and Advisor to the President, St. Cloud State University

Vice President of University Affairs and Advisor to the President, St. Cloud State University
David Bentrud

Retired, Waite Park Police Department Chief

Retired, Waite Park Police Department Chief
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Executive Director: Jenifer Odette

Executive Director: 

Jenifer Odette
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