The Small Difference Foundation was founded by Deborah and Edward Koehler, inspired by their belief that individual initiative—even small actions—can spark meaningful change in a young person’s life. Their vision focuses on recognizing youth who take positive action in their communities and supporting organizations that nurture wellbeing, creativity, and educational opportunity.
“The capacity of the individual is infinite. Limitations are largely of habit, convention, acceptance of things as they are, fear or lack of self-confidence.”
– Raymond Plank
“The capacity of the individual is infinite. Limitations are largely of habit, convention, acceptance of things as they are, fear or lack of self-confidence.”
– Raymond Plank
Our Mission
Empowering young people to reach their full potential by nurturing the individual creativity, curiosity, and initiative that drives personal growth, educational success, and lifelong wellbeing.
Leadership
The Small Difference Foundation is managed by an experienced board of directors made up of co-founders Executive Director and Board member Deborah Koehler, Chairman of the Board Edward Koehler and Board member Candy Stansbury.
History
The Small Difference Foundation was founded by Deborah and Edward Koehler, inspired by their belief that individual initiative—even small actions—can spark meaningful change in a young person’s life. Their vision focuses on recognizing youth who take positive action in their communities and supporting organizations that nurture wellbeing, creativity, and educational opportunity.
Leadership
The Small Difference Foundation is managed by an experienced board of directors made up of co-founders Executive Director and Board member Deborah Koehler, Chairman of the Board Edward Koehler and Board member Candy Stansbury.