
Leadership Team

Sue Beaty
President
My name is Sue Beaty. My husband and I moved to Fulton in 1983 and raised our 3 grown children here. I retired from Fulton Preschool Association after 25 years as teacher and director. I am a member of St. Peter Catholic Church and volunteer in several capacities, as the school librarian, a member of the Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary and sere on the Fall Festival Planning Committee. During the tax season, I volunteer at the senior center as a client facilitator for the AARP Tax Aide tax preparation program. My hobbies include reading, sewing, playing pickleball and visits with my grandchildren. I am thrilled to be a part of Open Table and have served on the board since 2023. Open Table is a wonderful blessing for our community as we provide a helping hand by offering a needed and nutritious meal in a welcoming
environment.

Jeff Eldringhoff
Vice President
My name is Jeff Eldringhoff. I'm married to Jennifer with 2 step kids and 2 kids of my own. I'm a member of Saint Peters Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. I have
worked at the Callaway Nuclear Power Plant for 33+ years. My hobbies are farming with my dad and brothers and doing kids stuff. I'm looking forward to working with Open Table to help feed the community.

Alice Niemeyer
Treasurer
My family moved to Fulton in 1991 for my husband's employment. Both of my children graduated from Fulton High School. Prior to my retirement in 2017, I worked part time for 19 years as a tax
accountant for a local CPA firm. Attending and volunteering at my children's activities was
not only enjoyable but allowed me to meet the community. I attend church with my family at St.
Peter's here in Fulton. For the last few years, I have helped with the Food Pantry at Court Street Methodist Church. Prior to that, I
cooked and served meals at the previous soup kitchen. Getting Open Table started will be a great blessing for all. I am anxious to be able to serve those meals again and feel blessed that I can participate in this much needed project.

Shirley Dixon
Secretary
Hi! My name is Shirley Dixon. I am retired from teaching at the elementary level for 26 years.
After retiring from teaching, I worked at SERVE, Inc., and served as a volunteer with the HiSET
program. I also enjoy working at my church as the chairman of the Worship Committee and
serving on the Session. In my free time, I enjoy playing cards with two different card groups,
participating in the Millersburg Ladies Club, and enjoy reading and counted cross stitch. Open
Table is very important to me because I helped with the original soup kitchen and saw first-
hand what a blessing it was to the guests we served. It is very rewarding to be part of Open
Table!

Lori Covey
Board Member
My family moved to Fulton at the end of 2000 for my husband’s work. Our children graduated from FHS. I worked for the state in several roles, the last being client accounts at Fulton State Hospital. I retired in August of 2014 to care for my first grandson. Caring for our grandchildren is a blessing I am extremely thankful for.
I am grateful to be on an Open Table team. I enjoy interacting and helping people, whether It be working on a team or serving in some way. I am thankful to be a part of this board, learning as I go with strong leaders who are very knowledgeable and kind. I am thankful for the privilege of serving on Open Table.

Christa Edwards
Board Member
I was born and raised in Callaway County. My husband, Eric, and I have been married for six years, and together we share a wonderful blended family of five children and three grandchildren.
In my free time, I enjoy baking, reading, and spending time with my family. I have a heart for helping others and am passionate about finding ways to serve and make a positive difference in my community. I especially enjoy serving on the Open Table board and being part of an organization that works to support and strengthen our community

Steve
Board Member
My name is Steve and I am a board member for Open Table.
Our Commitment to Nourishment
Our mission is to deliver hot, nutritious meals in a welcoming environment to those experiencing food insecurity in Callaway County.

Our Journey So Far
Founded in 2022, Open Table has dedicated itself to serving the community through compassionate outreach and support.


Our Supporters
We are grateful for our partnerships with local businesses, civic organizations, and faith communities that help us serve our mission.
Fiscal Responsibility
Open Table prioritizes financial integrity and accountability to ensure every dollar is used to help those in need.