ABOUT GOD'S FUND
ABOUT GOD'S FUND
100% of your donations are working to help others. Our organization does not pay any salaries or expenses, we work for free and for God. We are donating our time to God's mission to free those who are enslaved. We do this because if we were enslaved we would be crying out for someone to help us.
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Slavery is absolutely horrible and life consuming. These people are missing their freedom, but they're also missing healthcare, dentalcare, good food, a good bed, nice time with their kids, or the ability to buy their child a gift. They have nothing, everything has been taken from them. We believe God called us to this ministry.
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We hope to work with you to help the enslaved get their lives back!
“Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and He will reward them for what they have done.”
Proverbs 19:17
OUR LEADERSHIP
Kristine Haerle
President & Treasurer
I’ve been walking with Christ since I was 24 years old. Over time, He’s taught me to notice the people the world often overlooks and to care about what breaks His heart. When I began learning about modern-day slavery, something shifted. I couldn’t ignore it. I kept thinking, If I were trapped like that, I would be praying for someone to come for me.
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God’s Fund began as a clear response to that conviction. We give our time to help free those trapped in slavery and trust God to multiply the impact.
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I enjoy spending time with my husband and daughter—life is full and lively with them! I also love being in nature, reading, and cooking meals that bring people together. I find joy in beauty, hospitality, and the moments that create space to listen, reflect, and care.
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I’m grateful you’re here.
Tim Bodnar
Vice President
Tim Bodnar is a seasoned business leader with over 40 years of experience in various roles in the healthcare industry. As a passionate advocate for trafficking victims globally for almost 20 years, Tim brings a wealth of expertise and passion to God's Fund.
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With degrees in biomedical and electrical engineering, Tim has held multiple leadership roles in both hospital systems and healthcare manufacturing and is an accomplished problem solver with Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt certification. Tim is currently serving as Senior Director, Global Product Quality for GE Healthcare where he has been for last 27 years.
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Tim is also a founding board member for the non-profit Exploit No More, which assists trafficking victims in the Greater Milwaukee area. He served in several officer roles included several years as board president. In addition, he has served for almost 20 years in various volunteer roles for International Justice Mission, which is a global organization that protects people in poverty from violence, including human trafficking.
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Tim joined God's Fund because of a deep personal commitment to eliminate human trafficking globally.
Jerry Haerle
Secretary
Hi and nice to meet you, here's a little bit about me. I've been a born-again Christian since 2010. I gave my life to God and He accepted. Since this day I’ve never been the same person, but a new creation in Christ Jesus.
God has blessed me with the talents of finances, interacting with people, and analyzing the future. These are the same talents I'm using, by the help of God, to advance God's Fund.
I also love spending time with my wife and daughter, exploring new places, and playing games of all kinds.
I hope we can partner together.
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Susan Umlor
Board Advisor
Susan Umlor serves as IJM’s Director of Strategic Partnerships for the Midwest. She meets with supporters across the Midwest to provide opportunities for engagement in this work of justice. Susan has worked in the fundraising field for over 20 years at various nonprofits, including World Vision, CaringBridge, and The Science Museum of Minnesota.
Susan received her B.A. in Family Studies from St. Olaf College and her M.A. in Global Leadership from Fuller Theological Seminary. She lives in the Twin Cities with her husband, daughter, and dog, and enjoys being active outdoors, time with friends and family, traveling, cooking, and working in her vegetable garden.
Ashleigh Becker
Board Advisor
Ashleigh Becker is the founder of Sela Designs, an ethical jewelry company she launched from her kitchen table during her kids’ nap time, with 100% of profits dedicated to fighting human trafficking, caring for orphans, and empowering women. As a wife and mother of four based in Wisconsin, she balances intentional living and family life while teaching women how to take small, everyday steps towards changing the world. Through her work, Ashleigh is driven by a mission to spark change in communities by integrating values, generosity, and mindful design into accessible products.