Introduction of James Adams, District Six Foundation Director; Together, “We are the Future!”

To introduce myself, I am retired and had a career as a Marine, law enforcement, and as an advisor with the State Department. I have served as Camp Director at the Language and Heritage Camp at Alta and served in most officer positions in Valhall Lodge 6-25 over the years. I have also served in officer positions at the House of Norway Balboa Park. I am currently Foundation Director at Valhall.

My wife’s family all emigrated from Norway to Wisconsin. I have a daughter who lives in Norway thanks to meeting her husband at a “Folkschool” there.

My children attended Language Camps and schools in Norway. They have lifelong friendships and memories from these experiences. I have seen the value of the Sons of Norway Foundation and have concluded that it is a force for good in our society. The Foundations program has produced positive changes and lasting relationships formed through its scholarships, grants and camperships.