Meet Our Staff
Colleen Engle, Executive Director
Colleen is a lifelong resident of Parke County. She grew up in Rockville and graduated from Rockville Jr.–Sr. High School in 2007 before attending Indiana State University, where she studied Marketing and Psychology and graduated in 2011. Outside of work, Colleen enjoys spending time with her family, reading, and helping maintain her family farm.
Colleen began her career with the Parke County Community Foundation in 2012 and has served in a variety of roles over the years. Today, she leads the Foundation as Executive Director, guiding its mission to help donors improve the quality of life in Parke County.
As Executive Director, Colleen’s responsibilities include:
Asset Development & Stewardship – growing the Foundation’s resources and ensuring charitable assets are managed responsibly for long-term community benefit.
Donor & Community Relations – working closely with donors to connect their charitable goals with community needs.
Grantmaking & Scholarship Oversight – leading programs that provide funding to local nonprofits, schools, and students.
Strategic Leadership – collaborating with the Board of Directors to set the vision, goals, and priorities for the Foundation’s impact in Parke County.
Operations & Staff Management – supporting and guiding the Foundation’s staff team, while overseeing daily operations to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
Through her leadership, Colleen is committed to advancing the Foundation’s mission of making Parke County a stronger, more vibrant community for generations to come.
Amy Edwards, Grants & Communications Administrator
Amy has lived in Parke County for most of her life. She grew up in northern Parke County and has lived in Rockville for several years. A graduate of Maranatha Christian School in 2001, Amy spent 17 years working in corrections before joining the Parke County Community Foundation. She has also been a travel agent for more than 12 years. With a lifelong heart for service, Amy is honored to help PCCF strengthen and support the community. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing with her dogs, and traveling the world.
Gracie Taylor, Scholarships & Outreach Associate
Gracie grew up in North Terre Haute and graduated from Terre Haute North High School in 2022. After high school, she became a Parke County resident and went on to attend Indiana State University, where she is currently a senior majoring in Marketing and Business Administration with a minor in Nonprofit Leadership. She is also part of the Honors College and an active member of Zeta Tau Alpha, where she has held leadership roles. Outside of work, Gracie enjoys spending time with family & friends as well as assisting her sorority with philanthropic endeavors.
Gracie joined the Parke County Community Foundation team after completing her summer internship in 2025. During her internship, she gained valuable experience in nonprofit operations, including donor relations, grantmaking, event planning, and community engagement.
Currently serving as Scholarships & Outreach Associate on a part-time basis, Gracie oversees the Foundation’s scholarship program and leads outreach efforts to connect with students, donors, and community partners. She is passionate about helping students access educational opportunities and strengthening community engagement through philanthropy.
Gracie will transition to a full-time role following her graduation from Indiana State University in May 2026. She brings enthusiasm for nonprofit leadership, communications, and program management, and is committed to serving Parke County with excellence.