Reaching young people in the Muncie Area

Hope Lehman

Executive Director

Hope Lehman has been in youth ministry since 1994 with a background in YFC Parent Life and Campus Life. She moved to Muncie in 2004 and began working at Muncie Area YFC then went on to work at Union Chapel’s oneighty for five years before coming back to YFC in 2011! She’s been married to Kraig Lehman since 1992 and has eight children, a son-in-law, a daughter-in-law, and four grandchildren! Hope's favorite food is Mexican and she could eat at Puerto everyday if the YFC staff and her family would let her! She’s an avid fan of Mickey Mouse and Cinderella, and enjoys cheering for her Steelers! Hlehman@muncieareayfc.org

Brandi Derby

Administrative Assitant

Matt Derby

City Life Director- Southside and Northside Middle Schools

Matt Derby has been in ministry since 2004, beginning as a YFC Director for middle and high school Campus Life in Central MI. He worked as a youth pastor from 2009 - 2019 and is currently the head Pastor of Northside Church of God in Muncie IN. He enjoys organizing events to bring community together - such as “Hyphy & Holy” - a traveling group of Hip Hop artists who perform in urban neighborhoods with a purpose of sharing the gospel through music and life experience. Matt is passionate about hands-on servant leadership and bringing the gospel to life by the way he lives. He also enjoys adventuring and doing life with his wife and 6 children.

Kelan Harper

Interim Director of Juvenile Justice Ministry

Kelan Harper loves connecting with youth and young adults from across the world. He moved from Southeast Missouri to Anderson, IN in 2023 and took on a position as Youth and Associate Pastor At Celebration Church At Arrow Heights. He believes his calling is to be a generational "chain breaker" and takes this to heart. He has been leading as the Interim Director of Juvenile Justice Ministry For Muncie Area YFC since June 2025 and is honored and looking forward to what God is going to do for this Ministry.

Nate Lex

City Life - Northside Middle School

Nate Lex is excited to be serving in his first full-time ministry role. He studied Video Production at Ball State University, where he was actively involved with Cru and developed a heart for helping others know Christ. Nate is married to his amazing wife, Emily, and together they have a playful black lab named Georgia. He’s passionate about making sure everyone feels welcomed and included—especially those who may feel like outsiders—and his deepest desire is for all people to experience the love of Jesus.

Jacklin Greenlee

Board Vice Chair

Hi! I’m Jacklin Greenlee. I was born and raised in Muncie. I’m married to JD Greenlee and mama to Rose. I love spending time doing just about anything with my family and dogs! We are members of the Bridge community church where I serve on the CORE team for our children’s ministry! I have been on the YFC board since September of 2021 but have been a part of Muncie YFC for much longer. I was a Yorktown Campus volunteer for 4 years before being a Campus Life director for 2 years. I have loved being apart of the amazing work God is doing through the YFC ministries! Jacklin.williams27@gmail.com

Susan Dillon

Community Outreach Volunteer

Susan and her husband David have been married since 1991 and have five children. They have lived in Muncie since 2009. Her profession as a registered Nurse provided a diverse background in healthcare where she started as a bedside nurse and later worked as an administrator, case manager, educator, and consultant. Susan left healthcare in January of 1990 to become a full-time community outreach volunteer with a focus on getting resources to individuals in need and facilitating collaboration between individuals and organizations who do community outreach. She serves as the President of the Muncie Optimist Club (2021-22), is on the Board of Directors for Open Door Health Services, HOPE (Helping Other People Everyday), Muncie Delaware County Senior Center, and Youth for Christ. She volunteers with Second Harvest Food Bank and First Choice for Women, and is a member of Muncie First Church. Susan has dedicated her life to serving others as a way to show them God’s love in the hope they will also choose the abundant life that is available to them through a relationship with God by faith in Jesus. smsd774@gmail.com

Brittany Cox

Northwest Bank Office Manager

Brittany Cox serves as Office Manager at Northwest Bank, bringing over a decade of experience in the banking industry since beginning her career in 2011. Her professional background reflects strong organizational leadership, financial stewardship, and a commitment to community service. Brittany is an active member of her church, where she teaches Sunday School and provides leadership for annual Vacation Bible School, Easter, and Christmas programs. Her dedication to faith-based service extends into the broader community, where she has served as Secretary of the local Beautification Committee, contributing to neighborhood improvement and civic engagement. She and her husband are proud parents of two children. Brittany’s blend of professional expertise, ministry leadership, and community involvement makes her a valuable asset to the mission and governance of Muncie Area Youth for Christ.

Dillan Ketcham

Middletown Church of the Nazarene Pastor

Dillan Ketcham serves at Middletown Church of the Nazarene in Middletown, Indiana, where he has been in the Lead Pastor role since 2019. He was a 2010 graduate from Olivet Nazarene University after which he served as a youth pastor in Morenci, Michigan. He began his ministry at Middletown Church of the Nazarene in 2015 as the Youth Pastor. Dillan is deeply committed to community outreach and spiritual development, and has played a key role in planting satellite congregations to expand the church’s reach and impact. As a well-connected leader among regional ministers, Dillan is instrumental in helping Muncie Area Youth for Christ (YFC) build strategic partnerships with local churches. His collaborative spirit and relational leadership strengthen YFC’s ability to engage faith communities in support of youth programming and discipleship. Dillan and his wife, whom he married in 2012, are proud parents of three children. His dedication to ministry, family, and community makes him a valuable contributor to the mission and vision of Muncie Area YFC.

Kailee McKnight

Care Net Affiliate Support Manager

Kailee McKnight is a respected nonprofit leader and dedicated board member of Muncie Area Youth for Christ (YFC). She currently serves full-time as an Affiliate Support Manager for Care Net, a national network of pregnancy centers, providing strategic guidance and leadership development to affiliates across the country. Kailee faithfully served at First Choice for Women through 2025, most recently as Executive Director. Her tenure encompassed multiple leadership roles—from Office Manager to Board Appointed Manager during a pivotal organizational transition. Kailee played a key role in expanding operations, strengthening team culture, and building sustainable partnerships. Her steady presence and visionary leadership earned the trust and respect of the Board of Directors and the broader community. In her current role, Kailee leads training and discipleship initiatives, equipping staff and volunteers to serve with compassion, excellence, and spiritual depth. She also helped establish and grow the partnership between First Choice and YFC, co-presenting the Creating Positive Relationships (CPR) curriculum in local public schools. This collaborative effort empowers students with values-based education around healthy relationships, personal growth, and community responsibility. Kailee has served on multiple local boards and is widely recognized for her commitment to building thriving, supportive communities. She lives in Alexandria, Indiana with her husband, Jeremy and their three daughters. With deep roots in Madison and Delaware Counties and a faith that anchors her life and leadership, Kailee continues to be a vital force in advancing YFC’s mission to serve youth and families with hope and grace.

Scott Truex

Retired Professor Emeritus & Department Chair of Urban Planning at BSU

Scott Truex is a retired Professor Emeritus and former Department Chair of Urban Planning at Ball State University, where he served for 35 years. A founding member of the university’s five-year Bachelor of Urban Planning Degree (BUPD), Scott brought a strong background in design, community planning, and applied research to the classroom. His academic leadership was shaped by real-world experience as a professional planner in Indianapolis and Charlotte, and his passion for student engagement and civic collaboration. In 1990, Scott co-founded the Indiana Total Quality Life Initiative with Dr. Jim Segedy, a statewide effort that reached over 100 communities and counties to promote sustainable development and quality of life. His career reflects a deep commitment to place-based planning, urban systems, and community empowerment. Currently, Scott serves as President of the Sustainable Communities Institute, a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to helping communities thrive through integrated food, water, and energy systems. He has a long-standing history with Habitat for Humanity, the Christian Community Development Association (CCDA), and other international ministries. He is especially passionate about mentoring youth and young adults and helping them connect their faith with community engagement. Scott and his wife, Terri, have been married for over forty years. They are active in their local church, serve on several community boards, and enjoy spending time with their four grandchildren who live nearby. Scott’s expertise and heart for service make him a valuable contributor to Muncie Area Youth for Christ’s mission and strategic vision.