Richards. Courtesy - JCCF.
JOHNSON COUNTY – Gail Richards, president and CEO of the Johnson County Community Foundation (JCCF), informed the foundation’s board of directors on Tuesday of her plan to retire. She will continue in her current position for approximately one more year.
“We have a fantastic team at JCCF and, while I will miss everyone upon my retirement, I am confident that the direction of the foundation will continue to be one of progress and effectiveness in connecting people who care with causes that matter.”
Richards has served in her position since March 2009. She oversees five members of the professional staff and works closely with the board of directors, consisting of 19 community members from throughout Johnson County. Since her arrival, the foundation’s assets have grown from $10 million to nearly $40 million, which allows annual investment in the community of over $2 million and management of 350 charitable funds
