Welcome to Our Growing Team: Fresh Faces, Fresh Ideas!

As we gear up for an exciting 2025 season with our "Spark Change One Lemon At A Time" theme benefiting Tulsa Changemakers, The Lemon-Aid Project is thrilled to welcome two outstanding new members to our Board of Directors: Megan Korn and Darrel Frater.
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These dynamic leaders bring fresh energy and diverse expertise to our mission of empowering Tulsa's youth to become impactful entrepreneurs and philanthropists. Their commitment to community service and youth development aligns perfectly with our core value of kids helping kids.

A Champion for Education and Youth: Megan Korn Steps Up

From coaching youth sports to raising funds that transform students' lives, Megan Korn has always been passionate about creating opportunities for young people to thrive. As Chief Development Officer for the Tulsa Community College Foundation, she knows exactly what it takes to build community support for meaningful causes.
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"I've watched The Lemon-Aid Project evolve over the years into a true Tulsa tradition," Megan shares. "The simple yet powerful concept of kids learning entrepreneurship while helping other kids is something I'm proud to support and help grow."

Her experience building partnerships with Tulsa's community leaders, corporations, and foundations will help The Lemon-Aid Project forge new connections across the city. Having watched our organization evolve over the years, Megan brings both fresh ideas and an appreciation for our history.

A natural connector with a background spanning corporate training, non-profit consulting, and community service, Megan brings her talents as Past-President of the Rotary Club of Tulsa Sunrise to our board. Her hands-on experience with youth as a soccer and tennis coach has given her valuable insights into motivating and mentoring children—skills that align perfectly with our mission of empowering young entrepreneurs.

Investing in Young Entrepreneurs: Darrel Frater Joins the Team

When it comes to spotting potential and fostering growth, Darrel Frater brings a wealth of experience to The Lemon-Aid Project. As Co-Founder of The Frater Family Foundation, Darrel has a heart for serving entrepreneurs—making him perfectly suited to help guide our young lemonade stand participants.
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"Kids running lemonade stands today could be launching startups tomorrow," says Darrel. "The financial literacy and entrepreneurial mindset The Lemon-Aid Project instills are the exact foundations needed for future success."

Through his participation in the Board Leadership Collaborative program, Darrel will serve as a board intern throughout 2025, bringing fresh perspectives from his prior work in venture capital roles at Serac Ventures, Visible Hands, and Comcast.

When he's not evaluating investment opportunities, Darrel is a dedicated family man—a husband and father who understands firsthand the importance of nurturing the next generation of community leaders. His involvement with Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity and Metropolitan Baptist Church in Tulsa further demonstrates his commitment to community building and mentorship.

A Complete Board Ready to Make Lemonade

Megan and Darrel join our dedicated board that includes long-standing members who have been instrumental in The Lemon-Aid Project's growth and impact. Caren Kelleher, who has served on our board since we became a 501(c)(3) organization in 2019, brings exceptional business savvy and creative roots as the owner of Gold Rush Vinyl, one of only two fully-woman-owned vinyl pressing plants in the world. Her entrepreneurial spirit and experience building an innovative business from the ground up provides invaluable guidance to our young lemonade stand operators.
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Fellow board member Emily Fuller, who recently stepped into the role of Director of Development, Major Gifts at the University of Tulsa, rounds out our leadership team with her expertise in fundraising and community engagement. Emily's understanding of educational institutions and her skill in building meaningful partnerships creates natural synergies with our mission to develop young philanthropists and entrepreneurs.

"Our board represents a perfect blend of institutional knowledge and fresh perspectives," says Katie Eller Murray, founder of The Lemon-Aid Project. "Having Caren's entrepreneurial experience and Emily's development expertise, combined with the addition of Megan and Darrel, gives us an incredibly well-rounded leadership team as we celebrate over 30 years of kids helping kids."

Fresh Perspectives, Same Sweet Mission

Since 1994, The Lemon-Aid Project has been a beloved Tulsa tradition, teaching kids business fundamentals while raising hundreds of thousands of dollars for local charities. With Megan and Darrel joining our leadership team, we're poised to make LA2025 our most impactful year yet as we support Tulsa Changemakers.
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"The passion our entire board brings to youth development and community impact will help us empower even more young entrepreneurs and philanthropists across Tulsa," adds Murray. "Each member brings unique strengths that complement our mission perfectly."

Stay tuned for more exciting announcements as we prepare for another amazing Labor Day Weekend of lemonade stands throughout Tulsa. Together, we'll continue to spark change—one lemon at a time!

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