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Missouri Coalition for Oral Health – 2023 Conference

Posted on Mar 13, 2023 in News

Missouri Coalition for Oral Health – 2023 Conference

MSNT was proud to be a part of the 2023 Missouri Oral Health Policy Conference. Bianca Farr and Jen Homer shared information with conference attendees about the ways MSNT’s Charitable Grant Program plays a part in Transforming Access – the focus of this year’s conference. (Pictured, L to R: Dr. Dwight McLeod, Dean ATSU MOSDOH; Vice-Chair, Missouri Coalition for Oral Health | Diann Bomkamp, RDH | Dr. Nathan Suter, Enable Dental | Gary Harbison, Executive Director, Missouri Coalition for Oral Health | Kyle Gernhofer, DenScore Inc. | Jen Homer, Midwest Special Needs Trust | Vanessa Draper, RDH,...

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Celebrating a Distinguished Career

Posted on Jan 19, 2023 in News

Celebrating a Distinguished Career

It is with sincere gratitude that Midwest Special Needs Trust announces the retirement of its Executive Director Kathy Birkes.  Kathy will be retiring effective February 4, 2023.  We are indebted to her as her vision, firm commitment, and passionate drive have propelled the organization to new heights.  Her leadership and loyal service will never be forgotten.  Muitas felicidades, Kathy! 

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Disciples Development Conference 2023

Posted on Jan 19, 2023 in News

Disciples Development Conference 2023

Executive Director Kathy Birkes joined the Christian Church Foundation at their Disciples Development Conference in San Antonio 1/10-13/23. Kathy presented on Special Needs Trusts, ABLE accounts and the Charitable Trust. She also participated in several development, fund raising and planned giving sessions. 

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Winter Elder Law Symposium

Posted on Dec 14, 2022 in News

Winter Elder Law Symposium

Casie Stephens, Director of Trust Services and Keith Brunstrom, Attorney at the Winter Elder Law Symposium in St. Charles, Missouri.

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111th Mizzou Homecoming Parade

Posted on Dec 14, 2022 in News

111th Mizzou Homecoming Parade

MSNT staff on parade!  MSNT showed tremendous hometown spirit at the 111th Mizzou Homecoming Parade. With more than one hundred floats and groups in the lineup we were thrilled to be part of the...

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2022 Stetson National Conference

Posted on Oct 17, 2022 in News

2022 Stetson National Conference

Casie Stephens, Director of Trust Services and Shelley Morse, Trust Specialist II, attended three days of programming with nationally recognized speakers at the 2022 Stetson National Conference on Special Needs Planning and Special Needs Trusts.   

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