Board Of Directors
Elie DeBo - President
I grew up in Southern California and Southern Oregon, where I had the privilege of teaching kindergarten for 35 years. When I was 12 our family vacationed here and I knew this is where I wanted to live. After retiring in 2010, my husband and I relocated to Verde Santa Fe, where I have embraced a fulfilling lifestyle filled with hiking, reading, gardening, and traveling. Most importantly, I cherish the time spent with my three children and six grandchildren.
In addition to my personal pursuits, I have a strong passion for volunteering. I am an active member of the Verde Valley Archaeology Center and volunteer at Red Rock State Park, where I lead hikes and engage with school groups through the Park’s Connections Program. My love for nature extends to Slide Rock State Park, where I work in the orchard, participating in tree trimming, planting, and harvesting, as well as serving as a docent for the historical Pendley Orchard.
Since 2010, I have also contributed to the Sedona International Film Festival, initially running the Mary Fischer Theatre for ten years and now co-managing the VIP Lounge. Additionally, I volunteer weekly as an usher at the theatre. In 2023, I joined SedonaKind, furthering my commitment to community service.
In addition to my personal pursuits, I have a strong passion for volunteering. I am an active member of the Verde Valley Archaeology Center and volunteer at Red Rock State Park, where I lead hikes and engage with school groups through the Park’s Connections Program. My love for nature extends to Slide Rock State Park, where I work in the orchard, participating in tree trimming, planting, and harvesting, as well as serving as a docent for the historical Pendley Orchard.
Since 2010, I have also contributed to the Sedona International Film Festival, initially running the Mary Fischer Theatre for ten years and now co-managing the VIP Lounge. Additionally, I volunteer weekly as an usher at the theatre. In 2023, I joined SedonaKind, furthering my commitment to community service.
Rosemary Volckmann – Vice President
Julie Lilly – Treasurer
Linda Brecher – Secretary
I’m a Missouri gal who went to ASU and got my teaching degree. I taught 1 yr. in Chandler before moving to Great Neck, N.Y. with my hubby and teaching primary kids there for 38 years. Now in Sedona and have volunteered at VVCaregivers, Sedona Community Center, Sedona Food Bank, Monday night dinners, and on the board of the Sedona Humane Society. In 2011, I received the honor of Volunteer of the Year.
Now the Humane Society gets all my time as I walk dogs, collect money from the banks, make jewelry for the emergency fund, and do follow up adoption calls.
Discovering Sedona Kind is the topping on the cake. It is the best!
Now the Humane Society gets all my time as I walk dogs, collect money from the banks, make jewelry for the emergency fund, and do follow up adoption calls.
Discovering Sedona Kind is the topping on the cake. It is the best!