General Contact:
General Contact:
Call or Text: (620) 654-7113
Email: contact@mceid.com
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 552, McPherson, KS 67460
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Executive Board
Executive Board
President
President
Kieryn J. McCann is a disabled, genderqueer/aporagender/”jestegender” novelty who uses the neopronouns per/pers/pers and thon/thon/thons which sounds like, “Per needs per coffee per’ll mak it perself in the month that's pers.” or “Thon needs thon's coffee thon'll make it thonself in a month that's thons.” Kieryn is a parent, poet, and activist [light-hearted] in that order. Originally, Kieryn is from the Greater Kansas City, Kansas area, attended Catholic schools for six years as a non-Catholic, and pursued ministry at the United Methodist Church of the Resurrection in Leawood, Kansas before religious trauma and per unactualized facets of identity resulted in a sudden departure from organized religion. Thon graduated from Piper High School and attended McPherson College as a Presidential Scholar and winner of the Jump Start Kansas Entrepreneurship Scholarship in 2013.
Per is easiest to spot in a crowd with thons preschooler perched on per shoulders, though you may also recognize thon from Ad Astra’s Open Mic Poetry Night, per initiatives like “Windows & Mirrors Media Club” or most recently, McPherson County’s sixth annual Pride celebration. Since 2020, Kieryn has been a grassroots organizer in McPherson, including an independent zero-budget bid for McPherson City Commissioner of Public Land and Facilities in 2023. Thon’s campaign emphasized sustainable stewardship and neighborliness. Per began volunteering with McPherson Coalition for Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity in 2022 as the Equity Director. Now, Kieryn serves as President of the same non-profit, operating under its new name: McPherson Social Outreach League (“McPherson SOuL”).
Secretary
Secretary
Tommy Worthen (they/his) is a lifetime McPherson resident. His interests include animation, visual arts, graphic design, and possesses a passion for advocacy. They are excited to be stepping into the role of Secretary and begin making our community a welcoming place for all.
Tom began serving on the McPherson SOuL Board in September 2024.
Vice-President
Vice-President
Charletta (she/her/hers) has been volunteering with McPherson SOuL since the beginning! She's dedicated countless volunteer hours to advocacy over the years.
In her capacity as Vice President, Char established our mutual aid network. Please email mutual-aid@mceid.com with your requests. If you would like to donate to the mutual aid fund, please email contact@mceid.com.
Treasurer
Treasurer
Susi Bocks is a transplant from the East Coast and has lived in McPherson County since 2001. She has held numerous volunteer positions over the years, including All Schools Day Button Chair for two years, Big Brothers Big Sisters, PTO President, McPherson Main Street Executive Board Member, and Promotions Board Member, as well as working on various committees of other organizations.
Volunteering in her community has always been a passion, and she looks forward to her role as Treasurer.
Program Directors
Program Directors
Windows & Mirrors Media Club
Windows & Mirrors Media Club
Julie Schott (she/her/hers) has proudly called McPherson home for the past 10 years. During this time, she has become involved in the community through her volunteer work and public service. Julie actively supports the McPherson High School Speech and Debate Program, which teaches students communication and critical thinking skills. In addition, she has served on the McPherson City Planning Commission for five years, playing a role in shaping the city's development and ensuring it meets the needs of all residents. Julie is dedicated to cultivating a community that is inclusive, welcoming, and forward-looking. She is committed to fostering an accepting and supportive environment for current and new residents, ensuring that McPherson remains a sustainable and thriving home for all generations, both now and in the future.
General Board Members:
General Board Members:
Cara (she/her/hers) became involved with McPherson SOuL when she was a student at McPherson College. She joined as a passionate advocate for the LGBTQ+ community in McPherson. Cara has been involved in McSOuL’s Pride celebrations, Bingo nights, Trans Day of Remembrance events, and various fundraisers. Her love for McPherson causes her to hold high expectations for herself and her neighbors when it comes to inclusion and acceptance. Cara currently works as a Library Assistant in McPherson. In her free time, she enjoys knitting, crafting, and swimming.
Mason Bryant | they/them/theirs
Zaya/ Xander Dorn | any/all pronouns
Connor Jean Lee Nelson | he/them/xyr
James Collins | they/him
We're expanding our board!
We're expanding our board!
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