It All Started With A Rescue Dog 🐶 And A Tablecloth
TurfMutt Foundation president, Kris Kiser, rescued the first TurfMutt superhero, Lucky, from an Indiana highway. Together they quickly formed a team that would influence the way future generations interact, appreciate and are inspired by the natural world outside their back door. Mulligan picked up the cape in 2019 after Lucky, the first TurfMutt, passed. She continues the legacy of helping save the planet, one yard, park and schoolyard at a time.
For fifteen years, The TurfMutt Foundation has advocated for outdoor living and the care and stewardship of our yards, parks, and other green spaces, for the benefit of all. By educating citizens about sustainability and the benefits of living landscapes, we are helping develop a greener, healthier quality of life for our families, communities and future generations.
TurfMutt’s Heroes
Lucky
As the original TurfMutt, Lucky took a program that was designed to educate kids and made it possible to see backyards and urban habitats differently. Through the eyes of Lucky, we see that these living outdoor spaces have a greater purpose.
Sadly, Lucky crossed the rainbow bridge in the Fall of 2019.
Mulligan
Mulligan is the current spokesdog for the TurfMutt Foundation. Rescued by the Kentucky Humane Society and adopted by Foundation President Kris Kiser at Mulligan’s Mutt Madness adoption event at Equip Exposition, Mutt Mulligan continues the legacy of Lucky the TurfMutt, the first rescue dog to represent the program.
Fifteen Years of Accomplishments 🏆
- Since 2009, TurfMutt has been given kudos for its dedication to teaching kids and families that nature starts at your backdoor
- In 2017, the TurfMutt animated video series won the coveted Cynopsis Kids Imagination Award for Best Interstitial Series.
- TurfMutt was featured in a book, Love Unleashed: Tales of Inspiration and the Life-Changing Power of Dogs, by Rebecca Ascher-Walsh in 2018 published by National Geographic.
- TurfMutt’s personal, home habitat was featured in the 2017-2020 Wildlife Habitat Council calendars.
Our Leadership
Board Of Directors
Andreas Rangert
President – North America, Husqvarna Forest & Garden Division
Brian Melka
Group President — Kohler Energy
Chris Keffer
President and CEO, STIHL Inc.
Dan Ariens
Chairman and CEO, Ariens Company
David Thorne
Vice President, Turf & Compact Utility Business Unit, Deere & Company
Doug Redpath
President & General Manager, Outdoor, Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.
Harold Redman
President and CEO, Echo Incorporated
Klaus Hahn
President North America, Greenworks
Mike Clancy
CEO, Chervon North America
Nelson Wilner
Senior Vice President and General Manager, Engines, Kawasaki Motors Corp. USA
Peter Hampton
President and CEO, Active Dynamics
Rick Gray
President, Outdoor Power Equipment, Milwaukee Tool
Rick Olson
Chairman and CEO, The Toro Company
Tom Rugg
Senior Vice President & President Energy Solutions, Briggs & Stratton
Staff
Kris Kiser
President and CEO
Chuck Bowen
Vice President of Communications
Suzanne Shomers
Assistant Secretary/Treasurer
