Hello, I'm a graduate student working towards my Masters in Public Affairs at the University of Washington.  I'm preparing to start my degree project (capstone) and am curious about the role of faith based organizations in the non-profit arena (particularly environmental).  Would there be someone on staff at Au Sable who could take some time to do an informational phone interview with me regarding your organization's work?  I'm particularly interested in understanding the barriers and successes you face from the public for being a Christian organization, and the challenges or stigma's you face from the Christian community for your environmental efforts. Do these inherent tensions exist?  If so, what are the opportunities or successes you've had in communicating and working towards unity?  Thank you! Faith Wimberley
MPA-C
Evans School of Public Affairs