Kristan Sheppeard

Heart Award Recipient

We are proud to recognize Kristan Sheppeard as this year’s Heart Award recipient.

Kristan was nominated and honored for her consistent commitment to service, compassion, and community. She is widely known for showing up often before she’s asked and for supporting others with genuine care and generosity.

As shared in Patti Bourelle’s remarks during the award presentation, Kristan lives out the spirit of “I got you.” Whether through volunteering, supporting charitable causes, or simply being there for others, she leads with kindness and encouragement in everything she does.

Kristan is deeply involved in the Yuma community through organizations and initiatives such as the AdvoKATE Foundation, the PB & Jelly Drive, and the YAR Community Outreach Committee. Her energy, creativity, and willingness to help have made a meaningful impact across countless events and outreach efforts.

Her faith, her family and her heart for others guide her actions and she is a source of light and inspiration to those around her.

We are grateful for Kristan’s servant leadership and honored to celebrate her as this year’s Heart Award recipient.