Are you a FrontLiner?
The “I am a FrontLiner because” campaign invites our staff, board members, volunteers, and donors to express their reasons for supporting the mission and work of FrontLine Service. Each person pictured in this report chose the words on the sign they are holding to let you know why they are a FrontLiner.
FrontLiner Profiles
“FrontLine’s work reaches so many individuals at some of the very worst times of their lives. FrontLine workers never turn their head, but rather do all they can to help. Connecting people to the resources without judgement is foundational to FrontLine’s work.” - Jeanine Nemecek
“I hold a deep concern for humanity and firmly believe that every individual deserves access to mental wellness resources and the hope it offers, especially during the darkest moments. FrontLine plays a crucial role in providing this to our community.” - Christine Oblak
Christine Oblak and Jeanine Nemecek are on the FrontLine Service board of directors. Jeanine has been involved with FrontLine since 2010 and Christine has been involved since 2016.
“Aligning with FrontLine Service was a natural and compelling choice due to our shared commitment to addressing societal challenges…Through collaboration, I’m privileged to play a role in advancing the collective mission of healing and empowerment.”
Guy Vincent is a contemporary artist and art instructor who has been involved with FrontLine in art and community projects since 2018.
“I have been extremely fortunate to have stable housing and a strong support system throughout my entire life. I am a firm believer that everyone deserves to have safe housing where they truly feel at home.”
Macayla Dowling is a case manager for Permanent Supportive Housing and has worked at FrontLine Service since June 2022.
“My guiding belief is that the more talent, time, and treasure one has been given, the greater the responsibility to one’s fellow man. For me, that place is FrontLine Service.”
Rich Robins has served on FrontLine Service's Board of Directors for 20+ years.
“I work at Frontline to make a difference. Frontline works with the most marginalized and voiceless individuals in the community and is a voice for the voiceless. I have always had a passion for helping people and sticking up for the most vulnerable. Seeing someone prevail and defy the odds is what we live for as workers in this field. At Frontline, we have a chance to see our clientele defy the odds daily.”
- Bill Kelly is the Program Manager for Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness (PATH) / Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) Outreach Team and has worked with FrontLine since 2013.