“This decision has been a long time coming, influenced by my desire to spend more quality time with my husband and enjoy the adventures life still has in store for us,” Dierker said in the letter.
Zooming in
Theresa Fauser is set to take Dierker’s place as executive director starting in January. Per the letter, Fauser is a cofounder of Cy-Hope, former board chair and current member of the board of directors.
Dierker said she will remain in her role to ensure a smooth transition through the end of the year. She will continue to play a part in Cy-Hope’s work, including in the fundraising and completion of baseball fields for the Dierker’s Champs programs.
In case you missed it
Community Impact previously reported Dierker, formerly Lynda Zelenka, served as the executive director of Cy-Hope since its launch in 2011.
The nonprofit has several programs supporting underserved Cy-Fair students, including:
- Mentoring in local schools
- Providing backpacks of food for children over the weekend
- Summer camp experiences
- Counseling for individuals and families
- Dierker’s Champs baseball program
- Hope Centers for after-school and summertime support
- Fine arts programming
- Scholarships for dual-credit students and those pursuing vocational certifications
“I have complete confidence in our remarkable team. Their unique gifts and collaborative spirit will continue to propel Cy-Hope forward, and I will always be an ambassador for our mission to make life better for kids. Every child deserves hope for a brighter future, and I believe we will keep that vision alive,” Dierker said.
