Deborah Raber brings more than a decade of experience in nonprofit administration, financial stewardship, and organizational systems development. She holds an MBA (December 2026) with a focus on organizational leadership and financial analysis, grounding her work in disciplined planning, transparent processes, and sustainable infrastructure.

Her professional background includes grant management, cross‑departmental operations, and strategic support for mission‑driven organizations across the United States. Deborah is proud to contribute to Hebrew at the Center’s vision of elevating Hebrew as a vibrant, joyful, and intentional part of Jewish life. She is motivated by the opportunity to support educators, strengthen the field, and help build the operational foundation that allows transformative learning to flourish.

Deborah lives in Fort Pierre, South Dakota, with her husband and their two dogs, where she enjoys the quiet beauty of the Missouri River and spending time outdoors. A lifelong learner, she bikes, swims, reads widely, and regularly travels east to visit her children and her mother. In her spare time, she is completing her EMT certification, reflecting her commitment to service, community readiness, and disciplined professional growth.