Melanie Gonring
Executive Director
I’m Melanie, the Executive Director. I have been working in Washington County’s nonprofit sector for 15 years and am excited to build on those experiences to further the mission of Interfaith. I began my nonprofit career serving as an AmeriCorps member at the Volunteer Center of Washington County, so the fact that Interfaith is part of the AmeriCorps Seniors program is extra special to me.
I ultimately spent 10 years working for the Volunteer Center in a variety of roles, the last of which was as Director of Programming. There I helped establish signature programs such as Camp Super Hero, the Do Good Bus, and the volunteer-driven Hub coffee shop. After that I served as Associate Director of the Albrecht Free Clinic for 3 and a half years and then as the Advocacy and Outreach Coordinator after they became Lakeshore Community Health Care in 2024. Prior to working in the nonprofit sector, I worked in marketing for a corporate law firm in Milwaukee and as an event coordinator at the University of Minnesota (also my alma mater).
Other than the 6 years I spent living in the Twin Cities, I have been a lifelong resident of West Bend. My husband Kevin and I both grew up here and raised our son, Aaron, here as well. It means so much to me to be working in the community that both of our families have called home for generations. Our nest is now empty with the exception of our cat, Lilo.
In my free time I love a good trivia night, the occasional round of golf, fall hikes on the Ice Age Trail, musical theater, and traveling. We try to combine the two when we can, having traveled to Puerto Rico to see Hamilton and to New York multiple times to take in a few Broadway shows.
If you pop in my office (and I hope you do!), you’ll see that I’m obsessed with Mr. Rogers. Being part of Interfaith, an organization that’s all about helping our neighbors, just feels right. In his words, “Let’s make the most of this beautiful day!”
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Clare Thompson
Program Service Director
I have been on staff since March of 2019. I am our Director of Program Services where I match volunteers with the client requests. I am happy to assist with any group volunteer opportunities, questions about Interfaith, our services and who we are as an organization, as well as any volunteer questions!
I attended college at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh where I played collegiate fastpitch softball as a pitcher. I majored in Human Services Leadership and spent a load of time volunteering at local non-profits. My passion has always been helping others. I am blessed with a wonderful husband and son who drive me every day to be the best version of myself that I can be. In my free time I enjoy playing and laughing with my family, providing pitching lessons to young girls in the community, and getting outside and staying active.
I am born and raised in Hartford where I also reside currently. While working here at Interfaith it has been amazing to see how great of a community we live in and how willing people are to lend out a helping hand. Thank you for whatever the reason is that brought you to our page. We are happy you’re here.
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Nancy Bloom
Finance and Operations Director
h.e.l.p. Corner Liasion
I have been on staff, part time, since 2018 and am currently Director of Finance and Operations. I am also liaison to our h.e.l.p. Corners in West Bend and Hartford where I also volunteer.
I have a bookkeeping/accounting background and was co-owner of Jim and Dave’s Building Supply in West Bend from 1985-2009. After a few years of retirement I was at Habitat’s ReStore for five years and from there came to Interfaith.
I am a West Bend native, have 2 sons, a daughter-in-law, granddoggies, a great extended family and many dear friends that I enjoy spending time with and having fun! My time here has been very rewarding ~ life is good!
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Jill Fieweger
Mobility Manager
Hello! I’m Jill, the Mobility Manager with the Interfaith Caregivers team. I joined Interfaith in August 2025 and am excited to assist individuals in accessing the resources available through Interfaith and beyond.
I’ve lived in the Slinger/West Bend area my entire life. My husband Glen and I have been married for 26 years and are blessed with five children and one grandchild. For 18 years, I had the opportunity to stay home and raise my family. Over the past eight years, I’ve returned to the workforce, and while I’ve appreciated the experience gained, I’ve always felt a calling to do something more meaningful.
That’s what brought me to Interfaith. I wanted my work to reflect my values — to be part of something that genuinely helps others. I’m truly grateful for the opportunity to contribute to a mission that aligns with my heart.
When I’m not working, I enjoy spending time with my family. I also enjoy traveling, hiking, fishing, watching football, and spending time up north at our cabin.
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