The Family Heritage Alliance stands with like-minded churches and organizations to help South Dakota become a state where:
God is Honored
It is our wish that our culture and our government bring glory to Christ.
Religious Freedom Flourishes
Religious freedom is more than just the ability to worship. It is the freedom to live every aspect of life in accordance with Faith in Christ.
Families Thrive
The strength of a nation is directly related to the strength of its families. We seek to strengthen families, and by default strengthen our nation.
Life is Cherished
The value a society places on human life determines its future. We seek to ensure that every human life is held in the highest regard.
VISION
That South Dakota be a state where God is honored, religious freedom flourishes, families thrive, and life is valued.
MISSION
To Champion the Judeo-Christian values of Faith, Family and Freedom.
STRATEGY
By building alliances, promoting biblical citizenship, engaging the citizen’s voice, and equipping statesmen.
HOW DO WE ACCOMPLISH OUR GOALS?
Educating and Engaging the Public
Much of what we do revolves around bringing our constituents the most relevant information on today’s top issues. We do this through emails, luncheons and educational seminars on a broad range of topics.
Influencing Policy
Whether in the halls of our state capitol, a city council meeting, or your local sheriff’s office, we are working to defend the values of Faith, Family & Freedom that we all cherish. We strive to ensure that you and your values have a voice in the public square.
Building Alliances
Norman Woods
Executive Director
As director, Norman serves in many areas including policy, development, communications and community engagement.
Charlotte Shively
Chief Operations Officer / Bookkeeper
Charlotte serves as our bookkeeper and Interim Chief Operations Officer coordinating the efforts of the FHA team.
Phil Shively
Director of Community Relations
Phil is working to strengthen our network of citizens and pastors, to unite them and their churches in the common cause of bringing Christs truth into the public square.
LaVonne Fosness
Associate Director
LaVonne is the “tip of the spear” in eastern South Dakota and oversees the majority of our Sioux Falls area efforts. She wears many different hats including grassroots coordinator, events coordinator, fundraiser, and advisor.
John Dennis
Director of Communications
John is the technology and communications expert on our team. He oversees our websites, data management systems, political campaign engines, and more.