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Governance and Leadership
The Maplewood Care Foundation is guided by a volunteer Board of Directors and
supported by leadership responsible for operations and
administrative oversight. Together, they steward the Foundation’s resources and
ensure decisions are made in alignment with its purpose and values.
Guiding Principles
Our Mission
The Maplewood Care Foundation supports the long-term sustainability of Maplewood Care Society and invests in initiatives and innovations that enhance quality of life and improve care practices for older adults across Abbotsford and the Eastern Fraser Valley.
Our Vision
A future in which older adults experience improved quality of life - supported by a Foundation known for leadership, sound governance, and meaningful impact.
Our Values
The following values guide how the Board and leadership approach stewardship, grantmaking, and accountability.
Stewardship
We manage donations and resources with care, responsibility, and foresight. We are committed to using funds wisely and ensuring support is available for both today’s older adults and future generations.
Accountability
We uphold strong governance and act with integrity. We are transparent in our decisions, disciplined in how we allocate funds, and committed to earning and maintaining the trust of donors, residents, families, staff, and the community.
Learning & Improvement
We value innovation and continuous learning. We support thoughtful change, evaluation, and ongoing improvement to strengthen programs, enhance care, and respond to evolving needs.
Compassion
We put older adults at the centre of everything we do. We are guided by their lived experiences and remain committed to protecting dignity, comfort, and well-being in every decision.
Impact
We focus on outcomes that make a real difference. We prioritize initiatives that measurably improve older adults’ care, strengthen quality of life, and support excellence in practice.
Board of Directors

Nik Venema
Board Chair

Betty Poettcker
Nominating Committee

Brandon Kelley
Finance, Investment & Audit Committee Chair

Marion Keys
Grant Committee Chair

Shelley Canning
Nominating Committee Chair

Derek Froese
Governance Committee

John Pankratz
Governance Committee Chair

Kevin Boonstra
Governance Committee
Leadership

Jennifer Hystad
Executive Director, Maplewood Care Foundation

Nicole Percival
CEO, Maplewood Care Society

David Kao
Director of Finance (Maplewood Care Society)