LEADERSHIP TEAM

Director

Kris Mog

Kris has volunteered at the pantry since its inception and has been devoted to its mission ever since. Early on, she led collections at local retail establishments, often with her son J.T. After Roger Biada the pantry’s founder retired, Kris stepped up to lead the Saturday distributions.

In 2022, the pantry relocated to Medina Presbyterian Church and Kris accepted the role of Director. Kris, husband Brian and son J.T. live in Medina and all volunteer for the pantry together as a family. 

Assistant Director

Alicia Steinmetz

Alicia has been a teacher at Highland Local Schools for 23 years.  She became involved in the pantry in 2020 during the COVID pandemic, as she was seeking ways to serve in the community. She helps with collecting and distributing donations, as well as helping to lead the pantry as we grow.  Her whole family helps at the pantry and it has touched their lives to experience the compassion and generosity of both the volunteers and those we serve.  

Treasurer

Mary Lou Swartz

Mary Lou (ML) has been Treasurer of the Medina Personal Care Pantry since July 2021 when the Pantry became a sub fund of the Medina Presbyterian Church, which is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation.  She assists with fundraising for the Pantry and managing our financial records.  She also  helps with the collection of donations at various businesses in Medina. 

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Social Media Manager

Lisa Malbin

Lisa is a key volunteer at the Pantry.  Her bio is forthcoming!

Volunteer Lead

Brian Mog

Brian has been volunteering with the pantry since its inception along with his wife, Kris and son, J.T.  At the Saturday distribution Brian takes orders, greets, and converses with customers as personal care packages are loaded to customer vehicles. Brian always has a smile on his face and often a joke to share, as well as bucket of candy, which makes him one of the more popular volunteers! He also assists with some administrative functions as well.

Purchasing Lead

Molly Hipp

Molly is a key volunteer at the Pantry.  Her bio is forthcoming!

Pastoral Leadership

Rev. Dr. Henry Pearce

Henry is the pastor at Medina Presbyterian Church and has been involved with the pantry since 2021. Henry provides both spirtual and logistical support - he helps with any tasks needed, answers phones, runs errands and fields requests from clients.   He also is always available to take prayer requests and pray with clients.

Distribution & Packaging Lead

Julie Sturgill

Julie is a key volunteer at the Pantry.  Her bio is forthcoming!

Youth Volunteer

JT Mog

JT has been volunteering for the pantry since he was very young. In addition to helping with collecting donations, packing bags and  working distribution days, JT designed a website for a school project celebrating the pantry and it's volunteers.

Volunteer Lead

Beth Ewing

Beth is a key volunteer at the Pantry.  Her bio is forthcoming!

Volunteer Lead

Laura Italiano

Laura has volunteered at the pantry since 2022. She assists in distributing goods on the first Saturday of each month, and collects donations at local stores. Laura periodically assists in packing bags and attending promotional functions.

Technology & Marketing Support

Rebecca Coste

Rebecca has been working with the pantry since 2021. She supports the pantry with website design and management, and assists with marketing, graphic design and editing. She loves the pantry's mission of neighbors helping neighbors, making Medina County a stronger community!