About Jane
JANE RAGSDALE
C. Jane Ragsdale spent more than 50 years shaping lives as the director and co-owner of Heart O’ the Hills Camp for Girls. A proud alumna of Texas Woman’s University, she dedicated her life to empowering young women, mentoring leaders, and building a camp community rooted in character and connection.
Her love extended beyond the Guadalupe River, from guiding campers in Texas to serving communities in Guatemala. Jane was tragically lost in the July 4, 2025 Kerr County flood, but her spirit endures through the work of the Foundation—inspired by Jane, powered by heart.
OUR CORE FOCUS AREAS
The Foundation’s work reflects the purposes outlined in our founding documents:
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Scholarships & Education — Camp scholarships for girls at Heart O’ the Hills and college scholarships at Texas Woman’s University (Denton, TX) and Schreiner University (Kerrville, TX).
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Charitable Causes for Young Women — Supporting organizations that build courage, confidence, and character in girls and young women.
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Training & Youth Programs — Contributing to programs such as American Red Cross certifications for camp staff and youth leaders.
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Humanitarian Work in Central America — Continuing Jane’s service through Habitat para la Humanidad Guatemala (Let Hope Begin Here Guatemala).
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Camp Restoration — Supporting the possible relocation/rebuilding efforts of Heart O’ the Hills Camp following the devastating July 2025 flood and replenishing lost camp inventory, equipment, and furniture.
OUR GUIDING VALUES
The Foundation embraces twelve traits that Jane lived and shared. These values guide our work and honor her legacy:
Kind-heartedness
Resourcefulness
Thoughtfulness
Pioneering
Humility
Respectfulness
Perseverance
Acceptance
Inspiration
Wittiness
Opportunity
Authenticity
Membership
Membership in the Foundation is open to anyone who shares Jane’s vision.
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Annual dues: $50 per family (2025–2026 fiscal year)
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Rights: All members in good standing may vote and participate in Foundation activities
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Honorary Membership: May be conferred to individuals the Foundation wishes to recognize
Becoming a member means becoming part of Jane’s legacy—continuing her ideals of service, community, and empowerment.
Meetings: The Foundation meets quarterly on the first Wednesday of July, October, January, and April at 8:00 p.m. Special meetings may be called as needed.
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Leadership
The Foundation is led by alumnae and friends of Jane who are committed to carrying her legacy forward.
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Officers: President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer (elected annually)
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Board of Directors (Founding Board):
Meredith Hill (Pearland, TX)
Monique Cikota (Spring Brook Township, PA)
Cristi Ahern (Kerrville, TX)
Committees
Committees ensure the Foundation’s resources are used responsibly and effectively:
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Scholarship Committee: Reviews and awards scholarships
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Donations Committee: Researches and vets charitable partners
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Audit Committee: Oversees financial reviews and annual audits
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Revisions Committee: Reviews proposed updates to bylaws and governance
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Accountability & Standards
As a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Texas, the Foundation is committed to transparency and integrity:
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Open Records: Members may request access to financial records and reports
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Annual Audits: Books are maintained to IRS standards and reviewed annually
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Nonprofit Standards: All funds remain dedicated to charitable purposes. If the Foundation ever dissolved, assets would continue supporting education, service, and recovery in Jane’s honor.
Texas Woman’s University, Schreiner University, Let Hope Begin Here Guatemala
CONTACT US TODAY
Together, we can continue the work Jane started—powered by heart.