“My friendship and love with the Melton family has gone on for most of my lifetime. The Kirk M Foundation, which I strongly endorse, is an example of the Melton family commitment to the community. Kirk, thanks to you for your dedication in
providing hope and happiness to children when they need it the most”
--Dr. Harry S Jonas, MD – Board Certified OB/GYN, Former Dean of the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine, Former President of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, Assistant Vice President for Medical Education at the American Medical Association & instrumental in selecting Nancy Melton as his head nurse.
“I’ve had the good fortune of working with Kirk during his award-winning tenure as the best mascot in Major League Soccer, and the pleasure of watching him share his passion and talent with fans of all ages, and most importantly, young children. The laughter and excitement he and the mascot team can bring to young ones is incredible! And, as the father of a child who battled a life-threatening illness, I am certain that Kirk (Dingo) and the Mascots 4 Kids program will bring joy and happiness to all they meet.”
--Gregg Hibbeler - Former Sports Executive and Principal, Brand Management Group
“I met the Melton family for the first time more than 50 years ago! I was greatly impressed by their genuine clear humanity. We have visited many times both in Italy & the USA and my first impression was always confirmed. When they spoke to me of this initiative, I was very glad and content, because they are the best people for the job. I am sure that they will have success in bringing joy and happiness to suffering children." --Dr, Antonio Susanna, Phd & wife Elena - Nuclear Physicist Rome Italy, Former Director of the Environment and Radiation Protection of the Italian Nuclear Safety Agency, Former Director of the International Regulatory Commission & 1 of 3 Italians Selected by NASA to work on selected projects. Melton Family Friend & visiting since 1967
“I’ve known the family for many years. I can’t think of a finer family to support!”
--Dr. Richard K Gutknecht, MD - FACOG Obstetrician Gynecologist
“Kirk Melton has a heart for giving joy to others. He has creatively designed a mascot program to serve hospitalized children.
“DINGO” and his mascots bring fun, smiles, laughter, encouragements and support to children and families. We endorse Kirk Melton (DINGO) and his mascots without reservations.”
--Dr. Jerry W Neift, PhD & Sarah M Nieft
“I have had the privilege of knowing Stan & Nancy Melton for many years. They are a living testimony of contributing to the human needs of those within their community, and truly embody the adage, “Service Above Self.”
--Dr. David Rock, PhD – Former Superintendent of Schools, Independence Missouri
"I've know Kirk for nearly 20 years, mainly as his alter ego "DINGO", who faithfully showed up to March in the KY Elvis parade every year. He's got a great heart under that furry costume!"
--Tanna Guthrie - Charity fundraising auctioneer and co-founder of the Auction Division of Prudential Kansas City Realty, former afternoon Host 98.1 KUDL Radio Show, www.tannaguthrieauctions.com
"Kirk Melton is a consummate professional, and one of the most genuine human beings I’ve ever worked with. He brings an endless supply of enthusiasm and positive energy to his role as a mascot, and always finishes the day with a smile on his face. Additionally, he was always seeking ways to improve his performances, and would bring countless new ideas to help improve the visibility and viability of our mascot program."
--John Denniston - Senior Marketing Manager & Former Marketing Operations Manager for Major League Soccer
“We are pleased to endorse Kirk’s inspiring work to enrich the lives of children. Not only is the work of the “Dingo & the Wild Bunch” mascots so remarkable and creative, but it is greatly needed and has already proven to be a wonderful blessing to many. We are good friends of Stan & Nancy Melton and share their pride in the work that Kirk is doing with this very important and visionary service to all children all over the country.”
--Terry & Betty Snapp – Lifelong friends of the Meltons, Former Senior Pastor at Stone Church (the Flagship Congregation of the Community of Christ, World Headquartered in Independence MO), both have given much to the community and fundraised for countless organizations & both Terry and Betty were awarded the humanitarians of the year for 2016 (this encompasses the Kansas City Metro area).
"There is a famous line in a play that says, I have always relied on the kindness of strangers. I finally understood the meaning of this as I laid in a hospital bed waiting on blood for a transfusion. I am alive today because someone gave me a piece of their life. I would be a self-centered person if I did not pay it forward. "
--Joe Caronia - Kansas City Comedian, Playwright & Motivational Speaker
"When Kirk asked me to get involved in this I jumped at the chance. I can't think of anything better than being a donor. You have the opportunity to let others live on after your time is up. I also see organs a lot like money... You can’t take either with you when you are done!"
--Kurt "MOOSE" Osmundson - Daytime On Air Host 98.9 KQRC The Rock Kansas City
Other Notable Endorsers
Dr. Vito Del Deo - Maxillofacial Surgeon, Naples Italy, Italian Military Officer, U.N Peacekeeper & proxy Board Member to the Kirk M Foundation & also close visiting friend since 1994.
Dr. Paolo Pirjanian - Former CEO Evolution Robotics & CTO iRobot, Ph.D in Robotics Denmark Creating Technical Innovative Intelligent Products
Lt. Col. Sonny Norsworthy, Ret. & wife Donna Norsworthy – F-4 “Phantom” Fighter Pilot, Flew 204 Combat Missions out of Da Nang Vietnam, finalist candidate for the Air Force’s elite “Thunderbirds” & Stan’s Hero! Dona holds a Masters Degree in Nursing.
Col. John E. Sutton, Ret. & wife Dana – US Army, 35 Years Continuous Active Duty during World War II, Korean War & the War in Vietnam. West Point Graduate & Former Faculty at West Point
Dr. William Pogson, MD – Cardiologist in Independence, Missouri
Dr. John Green, PhD - Chemist, career in the Petroleum Chemistry
Dr. Robert Trout, MD – Physiatrist
Dr. Amy Trout, MD – Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Dr. Timothy A Hall, MD – Board Certified OB/GYN, Independence, Missouri
Joe Vitiello - Former Major League Baseball Player, current Mortgage Analyst in San Diego
Soren Petro - Daytime On Air Host SportsRadio 810 WHB Kansas City, www.810whb.com
Kurtis Seaboldt - Daytime Co Host SportsRadio 810 WHB Kansas City, www.810whb.com
Shannon Meteraud - IFBB Fitness Pro Athlete, TV & Print Fitness Model & owner of Tres Gym in South Carolina
Kit Starr - Living Kidney Donor & New Home Construction, Kansas City www.starrhomes.net
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