Our Mission
At the Rosebud Boys & Girls Club, our mission is simple:
To help Lakota youth build strong minds, strong hearts, and strong futures.
We serve children and teens across the Rosebud Reservation through safe, nurturing, and high-impact programs that blend academics, wellness, workforce skills, and cultural pride. Whether a child is learning how to tie their shoes or lead a team project, we’re here to help them do hard things—and discover their strength along the way.
Academic Enrichment
Healthy
Lifestyles
Lakota Culture & Language
Workforce
Development
Why Rosebud Matters
The Rosebud Indian Reservation is home to the Sicangu Lakota Oyate, a vibrant and resilient nation. Yet like many tribal communities, our youth face unique challenges—educational barriers, food insecurity, limited economic opportunity.
We believe that when you invest in kids, you change everything.
This work isn’t just about after-school care. It’s about the future of our community.
Our Approach
We don’t offer a one-size-fits-all curriculum. We offer opportunity.
Our programming is shaped by the real needs of our community, the voices of our youth, and the values of our people.
Every Club experience is:
- Rooted in Lakota values
- Adapted to our local context
- Focused on growth over perfection
- Designed for real-world application
Leadership & Staff
Who We Are
Our Team
Rachel Kocak
Executive Director
Rachel Kocak serves as Executive Director of the Boys & Girls Club of Rosebud, bringing years of experience in youth development, nonprofit leadership, and community-based programming. She has helped grow BGCR’s work in youth entrepreneurship, workforce development, food systems, and hands-on learning - creating opportunities for Lakota youth to build confidence, resilience, and real-world skills. Rachel is passionate about building a strong future for the Club and the young people and community it serves.
Robby Shot With Two Arrows
Director of Programming
Robby Shot With Two Arrows has been part of the Boys & Girls Club of Rosebud for nine years, currently serving as Director of Programming. Before joining the Club, Robby spent nine years at St. Francis Indian School working in the Lakota Language and Special Education departments. He enjoys being part of the Club community and is excited about the future and the many opportunities ahead for Lakota youth.
Veronica Reichert
Grant Management Specialist
Originally from Uganda, Veronica Reichert brings more than nine years of nonprofit leadership experience and holds degrees in Nonprofit Management, Social Work, and Mathematics. At the Boys & Girls Club of Rosebud, she puts her expertise in grants, fundraising, and nonprofit development to work securing resources and creating new opportunities that strengthen the Club and support its youth. Veronica believes deeply that “it takes a village to raise a child” and is proud to be part of the village at the Boys & Girls Club of Rosebud, where families, Elders, educators, community members, and partners come together to help Lakota youth succeed.
Emily Barnett
Resource Development & Impact
Emily first joined Boys & Girls Club of Rosebud as an AmeriCorps VISTA in 2018 and has been part of the Club community ever since. As a Resource Development & Impact Specialist, she helps connect the Club with people, resources, and opportunities that support Lakota youth. A graduate of UMass Boston and a Lakota Studies certificate holder from Sinte Gleska University, Emily is a lifelong learner who is grateful to support the Club’s work and help build meaningful opportunities for Rosebud youth to thrive.
Beth Elk Looks Back
Site Director, Rosebud
Beth Elk Looks Back brings years of experience in education and youth development to her role as Site Director at our Rosebud Club site. She has been part of the Boys & Girls Club of Rosebud for over ten years, and is passionate about helping youth build healthy habits, confidence, and a love of learning. Outside of the Club, Beth serves as a volunteer firefighter with the Mission Volunteer Fire Department, giving back to her community in another important way.
Rose Elk Looks Back
Site Director, Parmelee
A lifelong member of the Parmelee community, Rose Elk Looks Back has dedicated much of her life to education and working with youth. Rose helped open the Boys & Girls Club of Rosebud’s Parmelee site and serves as its Site Director. She cares deeply about the youth and community and loves connecting with Club Members through gardening, photography, and other hands-on activities that help build a positive future.
Dani Shot With Two Arrows
Site Director, Mission
Dani Shot With Two Arrows brings more than 18 years of experience working with youth and families in her community. As Site Director at the Mission Club, she is passionate about creating a safe, welcoming place where Lakota youth can learn, grow, and build confidence. Dani is committed to supporting young people and helping them see what’s possible for their futures.
Aaron Cordier
Program Coordinator
Aaron Cordier has spent the past nine years with the Boys & Girls Club of Rosebud, starting as a Youth Development Professional and becoming Program Coordinator in 2019. Dedicated to supporting and caring for his community, Aaron is a certified Firefighter I & II with the Mission Volunteer Fire Department and has more than five years of experience as a lifeguard. He’s also a proud dad to a beautiful daughter and, when he’s not busy serving his community, enjoys long walks on the beach.
Kaitlyn Hart
Program Coordinator
Kaitlyn Hart brings a fun, positive energy to the Boys & Girls Club of Rosebud. As a Lakota woman who cares deeply about her community and its youth, Kaitlyn is always happy to lend a hand wherever she’s needed. Her laughter, kindness, and enthusiasm make her a wonderful addition to the Club - and someone our youth love having around.
Board of Directors
Dion Reynolds
Board Chairman
Born and raised in the Rosebud Reservation, Dion Reynolds brings deep community knowledge and a passion for creating positive change for local youth. He is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran with 18+ years of service and brings strong leadership and a global perspective to his work. Dion currently serves as Sr. Director of Keya Wakpala Woiċaġeyapi at Siċaŋġu Co in Mission.
Dr. Nora Antoine
Dr. Nora Antoine is an educator, community leader, and advocate for the Siċaŋġu Oyate. Her leadership experience at Sinte Gleska University and Leadership for Educational Equity is matched by a deep personal connection to the Rosebud community. Having raised her family here, Dr. Antoine is passionate about the Club and creating meaningful opportunities for local youth.
Bo Bearshield
Bo Bearshield currently serves as prosecutor for the Rosebud Sioux Tribe Children’s Court. A University of South Dakota School of Law graduate and former college football player, Bo is passionate about serving his community and investing in local youth through coaching, mentoring, and volunteer work.
Jeff Borland
Jeff Borland brings decades of experience in finance, investing, philanthropy, and business to his work with BGCR. Deeply committed to the Siċaŋġu Lakota community, he is passionate about creating opportunities for youth and investing in their futures. He is proud to support the next generation of Lakota leaders.
Ray Crow Eagle
Ray Crow Eagle brings a strong commitment to building opportunities and strengthening the local economy. He is the Chief Operating Officer of Siċaŋġu Co, helping build economic opportunities across the Rosebud community. A longtime tribal and community leader, Ray is passionate about investing in the future of the Siċaŋġu Lakota Oyate and helping create opportunities for local youth to thrive through his work with BGCR.
Serena Harmon
Serena Harmon is an enrolled member of the Rosebud Sioux Tribe and co-owner of Rosebud Building Products, recently named South Dakota’s 2026 Hardware All Star by HBSDealer. A dedicated entrepreneur and community-minded leader, Serena is passionate about creating opportunities, supporting local growth, and investing in the people and community around her - values she brings to her work with the Boys & Girls Club of Rosebud.
Doug Knust
Doug Knust is a South Dakota business leader and entrepreneur and a longtime mentor to young people. He has spent more than 20 years supporting youth through guidance and community service. He brings that same commitment to youth and community to his work with the Boys & Girls Club of Rosebud.
Glen Marshall
Glen Marshall spent a decade helping shape the Boys & Girls Club of Rosebud, serving as Executive Director, and helping the Club grow its programs and reach across the Rosebud Reservation. A champion for Lakota youth, Glen brings a background in education, community leadership, and youth development to his work.
Stephanie Moran
Stephanie Moran is passionate about supporting Lakota youth and giving back to her community. She is proud to be part of the Boys & Girls Club of Rosebud and to support the opportunities, connections, and encouragement the Club provides to young people.
