United by purpose and driven by compassion, these women stand as pillars of hope and progress in the Lake community. They champion inclusion for individuals with disabilities, protect and empower children in crisis, and offer refuge and healing to survivors of domestic violence. They lead efforts that strengthen healthcare resources and ignite the growth of local nonprofits, ensuring critical needs are met and futures are brighter. Their influence reaches far beyond their organizations, shaping lives, inspiring action, and proving that leadership grounded in empathy can transform an entire community. Together, they embody the very spirit of service, resilience, and change.

Cara Gerdiman
MISSION STATEMENT: Kids’ Harbor’s mission is to provide coordinated response, healing, and prevention of child abuse.
JACKET: Frank Lyman Off-White Jacket
TOP: Tribal Jean Shirt
BOTTOM: Joseph Ribkoff Slim Crop
SHOES: Born Sylvie Light Gold Shoe
RETAILER: Blair’s Landing Clothing Store
LOCATION: Kids’ Harbor, Inc.
Diane Schierding
MISSION STATEMENT: The mission of the Lake Regional Health Foundation is to support Lake Regional Health System, a charitable 501(c)(3) organization, through a sustainable philanthropic strategy to strengthen our community’s health care.
TOP: Joseph Ribkoff Block Print Black/ Artichoke/Grey with Zipper
BOTTOM: BLK Slimsations
RETAILER: Blair’s Landing Clothing Store
LOCATION: Lake Regional Hospital

Jill Wilke
MISSION STATEMENT: The mission of Wonderland Camp is to provide a fun, inclusive, and safe camp experience for children, teenagers and adults who have disabilities; to offer a respite from daily caregiving for their family members and caregivers, and to provide and nurture a personal development experience for volunteers and staff.
TOP: Liverpool Cream Shell
BOTTOM: Joseph Ribkoff Vintage Blue Embellished Jean
SHOES: NAOT Sandal in Beige Lizard Rose
ACCESSORY: Hammitt Church
RETAILER: Blair’s Landing Clothing Store
LOCATION: Wonderland Camp
Sheree Keeley
MISSION STATEMENT: Citizens Against Domestic Violence strives to cultivate a culture of resilience in which individuals experiencing abuse are empowered to thrive. Through advocacy services and community engagement in Camden, Miller, Benton, and Morgan Counties, we will pursue an end te violence in the Lake area.
TOP: Long Sleeve Satin Tie Neck by Sugarlips
BOTTOM: BLK Slimsations
JEWELRY: Straight Cargo Jean by Bayeass
RETAILER: Peacock Lane
LOCATION: CADV


Stacy Pyrtle
MISSION STATEMENT: Community Foundation of the Lake’s (CFL) mission is to assist in building the educational, cultural, health, and economic development of our community. In just 17 years, over $3.8 million has been granted from funds held with CFL for scholarships, nonprofit grants, disaster assistance, and economic development in Camden, Miller, and Morgan counties.
TOP: Mocha Knit Sleeveless Sweater by Splendid
BOTTOM: Moxie Barrel Jeans in Milk by Free People
JACKET: Packable Happy Camper Windbreaker by Free People
JEWELRY: Necklace and Earrings by Kendra Scott, Bracelet by E Newton
RETAILER: Peacock Lane Clothing Store
LOCATION: Community Bridge, Lake of the Ozarks