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Supporting the Soldiers of the 1-113 CAV
Help the Redhorse Foundation support the Soldiers and Families of the 1-113 Cav Squadron
About Redhorse Foundation
Our Mission
Our Mission
Our Mission
The Redhorse Foundation is a 501(c)(3) established to support the Soldiers of the 1st Squadron of the 113th Cavalry through scholarship grants for higher education and Moral/Welfare/Recreation activities.
Vision
Our Mission
Our Mission
Statement
To enable the 1-113 CAV Soldiers to be the best versions of themselves.
Background
The Redhorse Foundation founder and directors believe two primary elements of their lives were membership in the 113th CAV and their education. Soldiering is difficult and the 113th CAV Soldiers have accepted this challenge of selfless service. We s
Statement
To enable the 1-113 CAV Soldiers to be the best versions of themselves.
Background
The Redhorse Foundation founder and directors believe two primary elements of their lives were membership in the 113th CAV and their education. Soldiering is difficult and the 113th CAV Soldiers have accepted this challenge of selfless service. We seek to make that sacrifice less burdensome during their time in the 113th and enable them for future success.
History
Our Mission
History
2022
- Founded
2023
Dec
- Funded Platoon Leader Validation Dinner
2024
June
- B Troop Family Picnic
July
- Award Inaugural SSG James Justice Academic Scholarship
August
- Squadron Dining Out Grog Bowl Sponsorship
Our Board
COL (Ret) David Updegraff (Chairman/Treasurer)
Angela Taylor-Vanderpool (Vice Chair and Director, Development & Operations)
Angela Taylor-Vanderpool (Vice Chair and Director, Development & Operations)
COL Updegraff enlisted out of high school and served 6 years active duty in the US Navy in the advanced electronics field when he enrolled at Iowa State University. COL Updegraff entered OCS at the Iowa Military Academy once commissioned joined A/1-113 CAV where he served as a tank platoon leader, scout platoon leader and executive offi
COL Updegraff enlisted out of high school and served 6 years active duty in the US Navy in the advanced electronics field when he enrolled at Iowa State University. COL Updegraff entered OCS at the Iowa Military Academy once commissioned joined A/1-113 CAV where he served as a tank platoon leader, scout platoon leader and executive officer. COL Updegraff then commanded B/1-113 CAV.
COL Updegraff then served in the SQDRN staff as the S3P during the Kosovo 5B rotation then the S3 and finally the Squadron Executive Officer. COL Updegraff transferred to the 2BCT/34ID to serve as the Brigade S3 Plans before taking command of the 1-113 CAV for nearly 4 years which included the Squadron’s Afghanistan tour.
COL Updegraff returned to the 2BCT/34ID serving 3 years as the BCTs S3 when he transferred to JFHQ to become the Joint Staff Chief of Plans and finally the State G3.
COL Updegraff currently is employed at Versay Solutions where he is the Vice President of Solutions. In his spare time COL Updegraff enjoys Hunting, Skiing, SCUBA, and traveling.
Angela Taylor-Vanderpool (Vice Chair and Director, Development & Operations)
Angela Taylor-Vanderpool (Vice Chair and Director, Development & Operations)
Angela Taylor-Vanderpool (Vice Chair and Director, Development & Operations)
Angela Taylor-Vanderpool is an innovative specialist in the field of social impact and project management. She is committed to creating and implementing solutions that drive social progress. With extensive experience in working with corporate, government, and nonprofit organizations, Angela has established herself as a liaison to a
Angela Taylor-Vanderpool is an innovative specialist in the field of social impact and project management. She is committed to creating and implementing solutions that drive social progress. With extensive experience in working with corporate, government, and nonprofit organizations, Angela has established herself as a liaison to achieve high-level organizational objectives.
Angela holds a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, an MBA, and a recent Master of Studies in Law from the University of Illinois - Urbana Champaign. Beyond work, Angela enjoys fitness, hiking, swimming, Scuba diving, and spending quality time with her two children and her adorable, sweet dog, Pluto.
In addition to her professional expertise, Angela is dedicated to supporting youth education and advancement initiatives. She is thrilled to be part of the Redhorse Foundation, working towards educational initiatives for the betterment of our nation's finest.
MAJ (Ret) Tim Creasman (Director, Outreach)
Angela Taylor-Vanderpool (Vice Chair and Director, Development & Operations)
LTC Kent Greiner (Director, Military Liaison)
Tim Creasman was born and raised in Boone Iowa. He attended Iowa State University where he played and coached football from 1983-1989, he graduated ‘89 with a B.S. in Farm Operations-Agricultural Studies. Tim later enrolled in the Masters of Agricultural program at Iowa State and the Army ROTC program in 1998 and was commissioned in May 2
Tim Creasman was born and raised in Boone Iowa. He attended Iowa State University where he played and coached football from 1983-1989, he graduated ‘89 with a B.S. in Farm Operations-Agricultural Studies. Tim later enrolled in the Masters of Agricultural program at Iowa State and the Army ROTC program in 1998 and was commissioned in May 2001 into the Iowa Army National Guard where he spent his entire service in various leadership positions in the 1-113 CAVALRY, 2nd BDE, 34th Infantry Division until his retirement in 2013 at the rank of Major. He served as a Tank Platoon Leader, Scout Platoon Leader, Troop XO, Troop Commander, S3 Plans, and S3 current operations officer.
Tim deployed two times with the 1-113 CAV. The first to KOSOVO, rotation 5B, in 2003 as Scout Platoon Leader, and again in 2010 to Afghanistan as an assistant S3, handing the squadron Safety Officer and Public Affairs duties for the Squadron.
Tim currently is currently employed for the John Deere corporation in Ankeny Iowa as the factory Material Flow Project Lead and he is the owner of Creasman Foods LLC. Tim also has a small farm south of the town of Boone.
Tim lives with his wife Joie In Ankeny Iowa where they raised 3 children, Cael(24) Chloie(20) and Bodie (18)
Tim’s hobbies and interest include, attending and tailgating at Iowa State sporting events, golfing, farming, fishing, and RV traveling and camping.
LTC Kent Greiner (Director, Military Liaison)
LTC Kent Greiner (Director, Military Liaison)
LTC Kent Greiner (Director, Military Liaison)
Lieutenant Colonel Kent Greiner received his commission as a second lieutenant in 2005 from the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps at the University of Northern Iowa. He was then assigned to Company B 1st of the 133rd Infantry Battalion as a Rifle Platoon Leader and deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2006.
Upon redeployment
Lieutenant Colonel Kent Greiner received his commission as a second lieutenant in 2005 from the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps at the University of Northern Iowa. He was then assigned to Company B 1st of the 133rd Infantry Battalion as a Rifle Platoon Leader and deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2006.
Upon redeployment in 2007, Lieutenant Colonel Greiner was reassigned as the Reconnaissance Platoon Leader for 1st of the 133rdInfantry Battalion. He then assumed command of Company D 1st of the 168thInfantry Battalion and deployed to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom in 2010. Following his deployment, Lieutenant Colonel Greiner served as commander of Headquarters and Headquarters Company 1st of the 168thInfantry Battalion until 2013.
After company command, Lieutenant Colonel Greiner was reassigned as Chief of Operations for 2nd Brigade of the 34thInfantry Division until 2015. After his time at the Brigade headquarters, Lieutenant Colonel Greiner was selected as Battalion Operations Officer and returned to the 1st of the 133rd Infantry Battalion from 2015 to 2018.
Following his Battalion Operations Officer assignment in 2018, Lieutenant Colonel Greiner served as Battalion Executive Officer for 1stof the 168th Infantry Battalion until 2020. He was then assigned as the Operations Officer for Camp Dodge Training Center until October 2022.
Lieutenant Colonel Greiner is currently assigned as Commander for 1st of the 113th Cavalry Squadron.