Kristy Carter Named One of Ingram’s 50 Missourians You Should Know

SPRINGFIELD, MO — Kristy Carter, Executive Director of the Jordan Valley Health Foundation, has been named one of Ingram’s 50 Missourians You Should Know, an annual recognition highlighting Missourians whose work and leadership are making a meaningful impact in communities across the state. Carter was recognized for her commitment to addressing two interconnected challenges that affect families across Missouri: access to health care and access to food. Before joining the Jordan Valley Health Foundation, Carter spent a decade with Least of These, a food pantry in Ozark, MO. During her tenure, the organization experienced unprecedented demand, serving more than 1,400 families each month and an annual operating budget approaching $5 million. 

“Being named one of Ingram’s 50 Missourians You Should Know is an incredible honor,” said Carter. I’m grateful to be part of organizations and teams that believe everyone deserves the opportunity to be healthy and thrive.”In April 2025, Carter became the first Executive Director of the Jordan Valley Health Foundation, the charitable arm of Jordan Valley Health. In this role, she leads fundraising efforts that help Jordan Valley Health meet needs that go beyond what traditional health care funding can cover.
 

About The Jordan Valley Health Foundation
The Jordan Valley Health Foundation promotes and supports Jordan Valley Health in advancing community health through philanthropic support and community partnerships. The Foundation works to remove barriers to health care and provide resources that benefit Jordan Valley Health patients and employees.

About Jordan Valley Health
Jordan Valley Health is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) focused on increasing access to high-quality, comprehensive health care services throughout Southwest Missouri, including rural communities.

About Ingram’s Magazine
For 50 years, Ingram’s Magazine has been a leading source for business news, insights and information across Missouri and Kansas. Through its print publication and online presence, Ingrams.com, Ingram’s provides indepth coverage of business, industry and economic development trends throughout the bi-state region.