Building Meaningful Lives Together
Since 1973, Harry Meyering Center (HMC) has provided individualized, community-based support to adults with developmental disabilities in the Mankato area. Our mission is simple: to help people reach their personal goals, build connections, and live fulfilling lives. We’re here to make sure each person feels seen, heard, and supported as they grow and discover new opportunities.
Our Guiding Principles
At HMC, our culture is all about embodying our core values. We stand by our promises to make HMC a place where everyone belongs and feels valued. These values guide our actions and strengthen our commitment to each person we serve, to our community, and to each other.
HMC Is Person-Centered
Every person is unique, and our support reflects that. We focus on individual dreams, preferences, and goals to create meaningful, adaptive support. We find solutions to make your life outstanding.
HMC Is Positive & Supportive
We foster a caring, compassionate environment where everyone can thrive. Inclusion and belonging are at the heart of HMC because we value each person. We also believe in celebrating every milestone—we celebrate everything!
HMC Has Team Players
We believe in collaboration—within our team, with the individuals we support, and with our community. We approach every situation with respect and good intent, because we communicate with respect and good intent, always. Together, we’re stronger and better able to serve others.
HMC Has Integrity
Doing what’s right is core to who we are. Even when the path is challenging, we do what is right, even when it’s hard.
Meet the HMC Leadership Team
HMC’s leadership team is made up of four dedicated individuals who bring kindness, strength, and expertise to our organization. Together, they work to carry out HMC’s mission by leading with compassion, empowering our staff, and ensuring that every person we serve feels valued and supported.
Jen Drganc
Executive Director
Judi Leibbrand
Deputy Executive Director
Paula Humbard
Director of Operations
Erin Berle
Director of Employee Engagement
Meet the HMC Board of Directors
HMC’s Board of Directors helps guide and support our mission to create meaningful, independent lives for people with developmental disabilities. The board works with our leadership team to ensure HMC’s values—like inclusivity and person-centered care—are at the heart of everything we do. The board also provides ethical oversight our finances and program integrity. With their help, we’re able to keep growing our services and building a strong, supportive community where everyone feels valued.
- Lynnette Engeswick, Past-President
- Kim Mueller, President
- Richard Ringler, Treasurer
- Deb Salmon, Secretary
- Lynn Klaber, Director
- Wayne Murra, Director
- Dawn Campbell, Director
- Kim Literovich, Director
- John Lustig, President-elect
- Sara Carrigan, Director
- Ann Hendricks, Director
Meet HMC’s Partners
About LEEP
LEEP (Leisure Education for Exceptional People, Inc.) enriches lives through inclusive education, recreation and healthy living opportunities. Their programs are designed to enhance the quality of life for people with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
About SMILES
As our local Center for Independent Living, SMILES provides advocacy opportunities to the people we serve. They provide a wide array of services that assist individuals with disabilities in living independently, pursuing meaningful goals and enjoying the same opportunities and choices as all people.
About The Arc: Minnesota Southwest
The Arc is a nationwide organization made up of parents, volunteers and professionals working to enrich the lives of people with intellectual disabilities. As a result of The Arc’s efforts, people with intellectual disabilities now have more opportunities to live, learn, work, socialize and participate in their home communities.