March 2020 Volunteer of the Month - Chelsea Rowley

Chelsea moved to Santaquin 14 years ago when she married her husband Rhet, who claimed it was impossible for a Rowley to leave Santaquin. They take pride in raising their four sons in an agricultural community, and are advocates for protecting that heritage. Chelsea loves being involved in the community and getting to know everyone. She is always working to support her neighbors, whether it’s watching their kids, taking over a meal, or networking together to accomplish a bigger goal. 

Hundreds of Santaquin’s youth have been taught by Chelsea through her church callings. She can often be found at Santaquin Elementary helping shape their educational experience by guest lecturing, gathering animals for farm day, helping in the class, making copies, feeding teachers, decorating doors, organizing chess club, recruiting volunteers, or guiding school decisions through School Community Council. 

Chelsea just finished a two year term on City Council, and is entering her third year on Santaquin’s Library Board. She felt prompted to start a non-profit called The Lilly Pad Project, which makes bereavement kits for stillborn babies. Through the support of our amazing community, she has been able to deliver 275 kits to hospitals throughout Utah. As the need for this service continues to grow, she is always in need of volunteers and seamstresses. Anyone who would like to know more, or become involved in The Lilly Pad Project, can contact her at chelsea@lillypadproject.org. "

Congratulations Chelsea and thank you for your volunteer work in our city!