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Governance

Chum is governed by a Delegate Assembly composed of up to 3 representatives from each of our 40 member congregations as well as up to 40 at-large representatives. The Delegate Assembly meets quarterly and elects the Chum Board of Directors in February. The Board of Directors, staffed by Chum's Executive Director, meets monthly to review and evaluate finances, programs, and staff. Each Board Member serves on a committee of the board. Committees fluctuate based on current issues and needs of the organization.

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If you are interested in becoming a member congregation please send us an email at chum@chumduluth.org!

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Our Board of Directors

We need people with experience in finance or construction, people who are clergy from our member congregations, and individuals representing communities of color. 

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President: Julie Jagim (2021)

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Vice President: Laurie O'Melia O'Neill (2017) 

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Treasurer: Sr. Kathleen Hofer (2024)

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Secretary: Marty Sozansky (2021)

 

Directors:            

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Deborah Freedman (2021)

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Tim Zager (2020) 

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Jamie Ness (2023)

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Nicole Hopps (2023)

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Liz Benson Johnson (2023)​

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Pastor John Ansell (2024)

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Gina Lafond (2024)​

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Rev. Wayne Pulford (2024)

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Rev. Liz Davis (2024)

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Pam Kramer (2024)

We are actively looking for new board members. If you are interested in applying, please click the button below:

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About Us

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Chum is “People of faith working together to provide basic necessities, foster stable lives, and organize for a just and compassionate community.” We provide emergency shelter, food and street outreach throughout Duluth.

 

Chum is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit human services agency in Duluth, MN sponsored and governed by an interfaith coalition of 44 faith communities. Chum was founded in 1973 when 10 churches located in Duluth’s Central Hillside neighborhood pooled their resources to meet the needs of the neighborhood’s many low-income residents more effectively. Chum now offers emergency food, shelter, advocacy, support, and outreach throughout Duluth.

Chum is Duluth’s primary safety-net organization where people who are homeless or who have very low incomes can come for assistance and a welcoming, safe community. Chum operates Duluth’s largest food shelf and provides emergency shelter and supportive services for homeless individuals and families. We help people find housing and employment, access public benefits, and receive basic medical care. At Chum’s Drop-In Center (day shelter) people can pick up mail (both physical and e-mail), do their laundry, have a hot meal, socialize over games or conversations, and perhaps most importantly, find a warm and welcoming community where they can be safe, heard, and respected.
Chum is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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