After years of dedication and service, Barb Kuntz, former Cargill employee, celebrated retirement in a truly meaningful way — by directing her retirement party contributions to BestPrep! Her decision reflects not only a legacy of professional achievement, but also a deep commitment to giving back and making a lasting difference, one she wanted to emphasize as she retired.
Barb has been heavily involved with BestPrep’s Cloud Coach and eMentors programs since 2018, creating one-on-one connections with students from schools like Washburn and Robbinsdale Cooper High School. These moments were especially meaningful to Barb, sharing, “I loved reading the students’ interesting and engaging messages. They cared about the program and me. Many times, I smiled or laughed at their messages since it grounded me from all my work and emails. Meeting the students in person and seeing their energy was also a highlight.” Another meaningful memory she holds is sharing her passion for BestPrep with her daughter. After Barb invited her to attend the Educational Forum event, her daughter became an eMentor that same year!
To Barb, giving back means paying it forward, standing firm on the notion that we each have a role in making our community better. She believes BestPrep plays its part by helping the next generation, giving her hope that the world will be a better place because of these students.
BestPrep is deeply grateful for Barb’s generosity and the inspiring example she’s set. Her choice reminds us that retirement isn’t just the closing of one chapter, but the beginning of another, one that continues to uplift and strengthen our community.
On behalf of everyone at BestPrep, we thank Barb for her dedication, compassion, and belief in our mission.