CURE Staff
Our staff, located across the state, help tell the stories of a vibrant rural future, lift up its people to lead, and together, work for policies and practices to make a better future a reality for everyone.
Board of Directors

Kathy Hartley
Chair

Dr. Michelle Montgomery
Vice Chair

Arne Kildegaard
Member-at-Large
The CURE Board of Directors is made of up to 15 elected members. The CURE Bylaws state that directors serve two-year terms and are eligible for re-election for up to five consecutive terms as per state law. Board members are elected at CURE’s Annual Business Meeting each year. Learn more here about the role of a CURE Board Member below.
Role of a CURE Board Member
Basic engagement with the organization
- Attend board meetings either in person or by conference call (4 to 5 times per year).
- Be informed about the organization’s mission, services, policies, and programs.
- Be informed or willing to learn about best business practices for non-profit organizations.
- Be informed of the fiduciary and liability responsibilities of all Board of Directors.
- Be willing to represent the organization either formally and/or informally with your other networks and the larger public.
- Support the organization’s mission, and do not engage in activities contrary to the mission or to policies set by the Board.
- Hold in confidence information given to the Board of Directors.
- Demonstrate an ability to work in a team environment.
- Be accessible by phone or e-mail to the staff and other Board members as needed.
- Be a member of CURE. (pay annual membership dues)
Preferred engagement with the organization
- Contribute to the organization’s efforts to raise revenues through individual donations, foundation giving, or by thanking donors and by opening doors to leaders and groups who could benefit from the organization’s programs.
- Donate to the organization beyond annual membership dues, as you are able.
- Participate in additional committees, activities, and meetings, as you are able.
- Share your expertise to lead adventure or educational opportunities for our constituents in conjunction with staff.
Additionally CURE will provide reasonable travel reimbursement for members who travel significant distances to participate in board meetings and activities.