Larry Boettcher of Newton is Tabor College’s new director of development. He started the job Aug. 1.

“We are very fortunate to have Larry Boettcher join the Tabor advancement team,” said Tabor College President Jules Glanzer. “He has a passion for Christian higher education, experience in development, and seeks to further the Tabor mission. His strong faith and time spent in ministry coupled with an understanding of Christian stewardship is a perfect Tabor fit.”

Boettcher was previously in the same position for the Good Samaritan Society in Lyons and the Via Christi Foundation in Wichita.

Vice President for Advancement Ron Braun said Boettcher has a strong background in fundraising and administration that will be good in his new job.

Boettcher has a bachelor’s degree in Christian education and Bible from Barclay College and attended the Houston Graduate School of Theology. He and his wife, Ruth, have a college-aged daughter, Kate, and are members of Grace Community Church in Newton.