A former treasurer of the Plymouth Wayzata Youth Softball Association has been charged in Hennepin County District Court with felony theft by swindle, following an investigation into alleged misuse of association funds spanning more than four years.
According to a criminal complaint filed Dec. 31, Kristin Allyenne Williams, 52, of Maple Grove is accused of obtaining more than $35,000 — and allegedly more than $110,000 — from the nonprofit youth sports organization between August 2020 and February 2025 through unauthorized financial transactions.
Court records state that Williams became treasurer of the Plymouth Wayzata Youth Softball Association in June 2020. The association, founded in 1989, is operated by unpaid parent volunteers. As treasurer, Williams was responsible for accounting and bookkeeping and was the sole individual with online banking access to the organization’s account, as well as possession of its debit card.
The complaint alleges that concerns arose in 2024 when the association was notified by the Internal Revenue Service that it had lost its tax-exempt status after failing to file required tax returns for three consecutive years. Board members also reported issues involving unpaid vendors and coaches.
In February 2025, the association removed Williams from her treasurer position and revoked her access to the bank account. A review of financial statements reportedly revealed numerous ATM withdrawals that had not been approved by the board, including cash withdrawals at casino locations. The complaint states that the association had no legitimate business reason to make cash withdrawals, as tournament cash needs were handled separately by another officer.
Investigators allege that Williams concealed unauthorized withdrawals by altering internal accounting reports, including reducing recorded deposit amounts or categorizing transactions as legitimate expenses such as equipment or clinic costs.
Bank records reviewed by law enforcement indicate that approximately $110,126 was allegedly taken from the association during the charged period.
Williams is charged with felony theft by swindle under Minnesota law, an offense that carries a maximum penalty of up to 20 years in prison and a $100,000 fine. A summons has been issued ordering her to appear in court. She is not currently in custody.
As with all criminal cases, the charge is an allegation, and Williams is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.
Wayzata.com will continue to follow the case as it proceeds through the judicial process.
