Meet Our Team

Our team brings 40+ years of experience in strategic planning, ensuring informed and thoughtful decision-making. We have a proven track record of helping organizations obtain their goals. Our expertise ensures that nonprofits like yours, receive tailored guidance and support. We are committed to Empowering Nonprofits and Enriching Communities.

Jeremiah Savage

Jeremiah is a seasoned professional with a BA in Global Economics and Chinese Studies from Pacific Lutheran University, complemented by studies at the University of Sichuan and Yonsei Language Institution. His extensive career includes serving as a Financial Advisor in Maui and mentoring new advisors as a Training/Mentor Leader for Edward Jones in the Hawaii Region. As the Grants Manager for the Mayor’s Office of Economic Development, Jeremiah played a pivotal role in securing funding and managing projects focused on international relations for the County of Maui.

His community contributions are vast, having served as the Deputy Director of Finance, Chair of the Maui County Salary Commission, board member for Valley Isle Road Runners/Maui Marathon, Maui Youth and Family Services, and chair of the Paul Harris Foundation and New Generations committees in Rotary. Additionally, he has volunteered overseas with orphaned children at Holt International Children’s Services in Korea. Jeremiah's personal interests include running, hiking, golfing, and playing golf with his son.

Vince Lindenmeyer

Colonel Vince Lindenmeyer, Ph.D., US Army (Retired), is a socially conscious entrepreneur and investor dedicated to healing others through the Sacred Activism Community, a nonprofit led by his wife, Executive Director and Reverend Dr. Cynthia Ramirez Lindenmeyer, USMA 1990.

As principal of Beacon 4sight Group, he advises nonprofits and businesses founded by veterans, women, and minorities to close the economic equality gap. Vince advises nonprofits with a unique approach to operations, compliance and strategy ensuring that nonprofits are efficient and effective in delivering their programming and mission. Vince serves on the board of the 4Urban.org/Black Votes Matter Institute of Community Engagement, Omaha, Nebraska.

His 26-year military career includes tours in Korea, Egypt, Qatar, and Iraq, where he earned the Bronze Star Medal. As an educator, Dr. Lindenmeyer has over 20 years of experience in both face-to-face and distance learning. He holds a BS in Systems Engineering from West Point, an MS in Logistics Management, an M.Ed., an MA in Strategic Studies from the United States Army War College, and a Ph.D. in Education.

Residing in Deerfield Beach, Florida, Vince enjoys playing pickleball with his wife. They have a son who plays football for Nebraska and a daughter working for Insight Global in Phoenix. Their two labradoodles, trained as therapy dogs, visit veterans in hospice.

As an educator, Dr. Lindenmeyer has over 20 years of experience in both face-to-face and distance learning. He holds a BS in Systems Engineering from West Point, an MS in Logistics Management, an M.Ed., an MA in Strategic Studies from the United States Army War College, and a Ph.D. in Education. Residing in Deerfield Beach, Florida, Vince enjoys playing pickleball with his wife. They have a son who plays football for Nebraska and a daughter working for Insight Global in Phoenix. Their two labradoodles, trained as therapy dogs, visit veterans in hospice.

Rikki Winters

Rikki Winters is a highly skilled project manager, researcher, and editor with extensive experience as an Operations Director, Project Manager, and Office Manager/Assistant. She holds certifications as an Accredited Financial Counselor® and Certified Administrative Professional. As a dedicated military spouse of 21 years, Rikki is passionate about supporting military and veteran families, having created a coalition that contributed to the passage of the Military Spouses Residency Relief Act.

Her technical expertise includes proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Joomla, WordPress, Expensify, Google Drive, Banner, Slack, WildApricot, and SharePoint. Rikki is open to both paid positions and internships to demonstrate her value, and she invites you to connect with her to discuss how she can contribute to your mission and goals.

Testimonials

"Working with Maui Community Foundation was an incredible experience. They guided me(us) every step of the way to establish our nonprofit, handling everything from securing our FEIN and submitting state applications to ensure compliance with Hawaii's regulations. Now that our organization is fully compliant, we can focus on our mission to grow the sport of wrestling in Hawaii, provide training opportunities for local athletes, and help Hawaii kids secure scholarships to wrestling colleges."

G.N.