About Us
Wear Gloves exists to serve, teach, and advocate for the distressed with dignity, not dependency.
Since its establishment in 2009, Wear Gloves has positively influenced the lives of thousands through our innovative approach centered on dignity rather than dependency. We celebrate the unique strengths of every individual, empowering them to become active and valued community members through employment, workforce development, certifications, and life skills training
In order to support our client’s employment, we also provide shelter to those who need it and comprehensive support services tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients.
“We dealt with tough questions like: Should I give a homeless person money? When is it appropriate to help a family with housing needs? Do I look down on anyone because of their position in society? When I give a distressed family money for food, what are the unintended consequences of that action? And, more importantly, do I care?”
- Ken and Wendy Kebrdle,
Founders of Wear Gloves
Board of Directors
Charlotte Rozanski
Charlotte finds immense fulfillment in working with the resilient individuals our organization supports, who, despite facing adversity, approach challenges with a positive attitude and appreciation for the opportunities they have. She has cultivated deep interpersonal relationships with many of our clients and continues to inspire hope and support on our campus.
Clint Lewis
Clint has a passion for helping individuals in need, regardless of background or circumstance. His involvement with Wear Gloves reflects a shared commitment to upholding human dignity and fostering self-sufficiency among underserved populations. He believes everyone should be treated with respect and have access to the crucial support that everyone deserves.
Jim Tingler
Jim has a heart for serving people in his community who are going through difficult situations. He has volunteered with local organizations such as Interfaith and One Life Fellowship. He also brings expert knowledge from almost 14 years of service on the operations staff with the nonprofit ITEC. In 2021, Jim had the opportunity to join the Wear Gloves board and has served with us ever since.
Rob Peters
Rob is the President & CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Marion County. With a profound belief that everyone deserves a decent place to live, Rob's leadership at Habitat reflects his passion for serving the community. Previously, Rob served as a Pastor and has a background in Banking and Finance, bringing a wealth of diverse experience to his role at Wear Gloves. Additionally, Rob serves as our Chief Financial Officer.
Bert Yancey
Bert is employed at the Marion County Office of the County Engineer. He has a passion for community service and was inspired by our philosophy of providing a hand-up rather than a hand-out. Bert and his wife are also responsible for coordinating with local church groups that distribute weekday lunches to our clients.
