Congratulations on 20 Years, Vicki!

October 20, 2025 

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Vicki Detmers began her journey with Mission Outreach on October 3, 2005. At that point, Mission Outreach was still in a rented 8,000 square foot facility on Dirksen in Springfield, and it wasn’t until a year later she would see what we now know as Mission Outreach on Laverna Road.

In her 20 years, Vicki has practically been in every role Mission Outreach has to offer from inventory, warehousing, vendors, communications, and so much more. Everyone knows if they have a question about anything to just go to Vicki because she more than likely has the answer (and she’s so humble about it!). She has truly shaped Mission Outreach into what it is today, and we could not be more thankful for her passion and commitment to the mission.

When Vicki isn’t here at Mission Outreach, you can find her diligently training her horses, showing them off at exhibits, and teaching her grandkids to ride. She also welcomed a brand-new granddaughter at the end of September so a big congrats to the family is in order!

It is incredible seeing the amount of people who care for Vicki and think the world of her. Some of our surgical volunteers said Vicki “is so knowledgeable helpful, accommodating, and dedicated. She always has a smile on her face. She is the embodiment of Mission Outreach.” Ken Ware (warehouse associate and CDL driver) who has worked with Vicki for 14 years said, “Vicki is one of the best bosses I’ve ever had. She taught me just about everything I know about this place. She’s one of the most devoted people I know.” Ratish summed it all up in his speech though. “Congratulations on 20 years of unwavering dedication helping the most vulnerable in more than 100 countries. Thank you for always putting our recipients first in whatever we do at Mission Outreach. Your passion is an example for every one of us to follow and embody. May you keep going stronger with the same spirit and joy.”

There are no words to express how grateful we are for Vicki not only as one of the best workers to ever exist but as a wonderful, caring person. Thank you for dedicating 20 years of hard work and passion to Mission Outreach.
 
Congratulations on 20 Years, Vicki!
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