100 Women Who Care Bennington was created to bring women together in support of local nonprofits making a difference in our community.
steering committee
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Molly Hoge
Molly Hoge has lived in Bennington since 2014. Her husband, Bryan, is an '01 Bennington graduate and their three young children attend Pine Creek Elementary. She serves the community as a financial planner with Edward Jones, volunteers on the Bennington Chamber of Commerce board, and has a big heart for philanthropy. She's excited to see what this group of charitable women can accomplish.
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Megan Kathol
Megan Kathol and her family chose to call Bennington home in 2019, and look forward to many more years in this wonderful community! Megan works as a commercial real estate appraiser and also volunteers as a mentor through Bennington Public Schools TeamMates program. She is looking forward to meeting more amazing women within the community and working together for a greater impact!
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Dana Osborne
Dana Osborne along with her husband and three kids, has called Bennington home since 2020. She is the owner of her own design and branding business, working as a brand strategist and creative consultant to help businesses elevate their message through intentional design and marketing. Passionate about connection and community, Dana is excited to serve on the 100 Women Who Care Bennington steering committee and help amplify the impact of local nonprofits.
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Marcy Wempen
Marcy Wempen has called Bennington home since 2011, where she and her husband, Ned, have raised four kids. She loves being part of the community and cheering on her kids at local events. As a Designer with Closet Factory and Realtor with Nebraska Realty, Marcy enjoys helping people make their house a home. Her early career in the nonprofit world continues to inspire her, and she’s excited to bring that passion to 100 Women Who Care Bennington.
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Deena Hannum
Deena Hannum is a passionate local business owner and lifelong member of the Bennington community, proudly graduating with the Class of 2007. As the founder of Hay Jay Cafe, Deena is dedicated to creating spaces that bring people together and support local growth. She’s proud to be part of the 100 Women Who Care Bennington relaunch to help amplify the impact women can have when they unite for a cause.
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Kelsay Brohimer
Kelsay Brohimer joined the Bennington community with her family in 2021 and quickly fell in love with the town’s sense of connection and purpose. As a stay-at-home mom and passionate advocate for community involvement, she brings creativity and heart to her role as Social Media Chair. With a background in storytelling and digital engagement, she’s excited to help share the mission and impact of 100 Women Who Care of Bennington with the broader community.
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Felicia Weaver
Felicia Weaver brings her vibrant energy and big heart to everything she does. A sales pro at a local print shop, she’s deeply involved in the Bennington community, where she proudly wears the titles of mom, grandma, and dedicated volunteer. Felicia generously gives her time to a variety of local nonprofits and is excited to help grow the impact of 100 Women Who Care Bennington.
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Kelli Lichty
Kelli Lichty, her husband, and son proudly call Bennington home and are grateful to raise their family in this welcoming community. As a mortgage consultant with Benchmark Mortgage, Kelli is passionate about helping families achieve their homeownership dreams. She and her family are eager to stay involved in the Bennington community specifically, volunteering time and resources to support its continued growth and success.
Together, when 100 women each donate $100, we raise $10,000 — profoundly impacting nonprofits doing essential work in Bennington and the surrounding areas.