Janelle Laros Lehigh University ‘21
Truman Shelton Lehigh University ‘21
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
THE R.K. LAROS FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES ASSOCIATE TRUSTEE APPOINTMENTS
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania-January 6, 2020
The Bethlehem based R.K.Laros Foundation, established in 1952 by Laros Silk Mill Founder and Owner R.K.Laros and his wife Helen to support the non profit community in Bethlehem Pennsylvania, is pleased to announce the establishment of the Associate Trustee program and the appointment of two Associate Trustees.
Chairman R.Keller Laros III and the Board of Trustees of the R.K.Laros Foundation have instituted a category of trusteeship titled “Associate Trustee.” The board seeks to involve future generations in the work of the foundation through first hand exposure to the art and science of grantmaking. The Associates will participate directly in foundation community work and the annual grantmaking process. Up to two family members and one community member may serve in this capacity at any given time. Through his/her work on the Board, the Associate Trustee will develop a deeper knowledge of grantmaking practices and program evaluation. It is hoped that the participation of an Associate Trustee will reinforce his/her commitment to community involvement, deepen relationships with trustees and with members of the Bethlehem non-profit community.
The first two appointments to the position of Associate Trustee are Janelle Laros, and Truman Bennett Shelton both great grandchildren of R.K. and Helen Laros. Janelle and Truman are members of the Class of 2021 at Lehigh University and have actively participated in the R.K.Laros Foundation community based work since 2018.
