Adam Gerard grew up in Greencastle, Indiana and attended Houghton College where he earned a degree in Theology. Adam is passionate about serving others and ministering to communities and people, which he pursued through an internship with Roachdale Christian Church. He also served as the International Development Intern for the Global Outreach Development International where he taught English and Physical Education to school age children, as well as helped expand their sustainable garden and building projects. Adam was a part of the Northside cohort and served with Riverside Center for Innovation.