Rev. Rick J. Fritzemeier has 40+ years of ministry experience, including substantial expertise in training, development (fundraising), leadership, and strategic planning.  For 31 years Rick used those gifts and skills serving as Executive Director for a local Youth for Christ chapter and Youth for Christ USA in Denver, CO.

Like so many, 2020 threw more than just a few curve balls Rick's way, but as a result he has launched Multiply 417 who's mission:

...offer morally based, donor centric fundraising and resource development principles, strategies, and tools through coaching, mentoring, and consulting relationships. The purpose is to help Executive Leaders of non-profits create fiscal stability and effective long-term growth.

Rev. Fritzemeier has a Master’s in Education (Biomechanics) from California State University Fresno, a Masters in Business Administration from California State University Fresno, and a Masters in Biblical Studies from the Institute of Biblical Studies (Campus Crusade for Christ).

Rev. Fritzemeier has extensive involvement in the community and strong connections with other local agencies (governmental, LEA’s and NPO’s).  During his tenure, he has served on a number of community boards and committee’s including as a sample; Sylvan School District’s Intervention Team, Modesto City Schools SARB committee, Chair of the Alliance Youth Action Council, Chair of the Modesto Rotary Student Scholarship committee, and Chair of the Modesto Area Ministerial Association Youth Pastor Network.

Rick has been married for 4years to his college sweetheart Dr. Marian C. Fritzemeier Ed.D.  Has two grown Daughters, Kristen (Jeremy) & Michelle (Kory).  Most importantly Rick has the three most beautiful grandchildren in the entire world, Parker (81), Khloe (83), & Kylie (85)