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Wright Path Ltd. a 501-C3 non-profit organization, formed in August of 2018. It consists of former business owners, a lawyer, farmers, postmaster, and a local Priest.
Our mission is to provide shelter and a safe environment for men in need. We pledge to help our residents improve their situation and transition to more conventional housing.

Russ and Jan Utecht
Formally small business owners, retired in 2015. Active in their church and other community outreach programs. They have eight children and thirteen grandchildren.

Todd & Julie Zuberbier
Todd & Julie Zuberbier live in the New Richmond area. Julie is a massage therapist, is a member of the church’s Board of Family Ministry, and teaches Sunday School. Todd is a design engineer, is a church Elder, teaches Sunday School, is a member of the Men’s Group, and sings in the choir. We have been on several short term missions trips to Central America. Together we want to help people in need, find temporary affordable housing.

Deb Clennon
Retired Postmaster, lived in St Croix County all of my life.
Landlord and Real Estate Salesperson interested in the development of affordable housing available for low income individuals and families.

Gary Bakke
I am a Founder of the Bakke Norman law firm, one of the premier law firms in Western Wisconsin. After 54 years, I have retired from my business and business litigation law practice.
I have been privileged to be involved in community affairs and have served as the President of the Wisconsin Bar Association.
As a former marathon runner I am still active in sports and physical conditioning. I still race my bicycle in the senior categories.
I have had the great fortune to have had every possible life advantage and I am dedicated to helping those community brothers and sisters that have been less fortunate than I have been.

Rob Stafsholt
Local farmer, small business owner, and Wisconsin State Assembly Representative

Father John Anderson
Pastor of Immaculate Conception Parish and St. Mary School in New Richmond as well as St. Patrick Parish in Erin Prairie. A priest almost 27 years. Served all those years in Northern Wisconsin. Return to hometown of New Richmond 5 years ago. Has helped begin a shelter and meal program in previous towns. Serves on Mission Trips to the US and overseas. I have a true desire to help people with a hand up and support. It is always best to treat others with dignity and respect!

Katie Swanson
Began helping at Wright Path fundraisers and wanted to have a more invested role with the organization. She is now part of the Wright Path board.

Dawn Swanson
I am the mother of four children and one grandchild, pursuing my university degree. My faith is very important and allows me to serve and assist people in need.

Ryan LaRoue
I am married with four children living and working in the community. I decided to get involved with Wright Path to try and help out local people in need and to get my kids involved in the community.