Board Members

Our Leadership

Meet the dedicated individuals guiding the Veterans Foundation with integrity, experience, and a shared commitment to those who served.

Executive Board

Our board members are more than just administrators; they are advocates and neighbors. They volunteer their time and expertise to ensure that the Foundation remains a transparent, effective, and welcoming resource for all Stanislaus County veterans.

Dr. Samuel White-Ephraim

President , Executive Director

Susan Rigmaiden

Vice President

Tahnjah L. Poe, ESQ.

Director

Carmen Johnson

Treasurer

Loretta Laughlin

Director

Christina Lynn Leppien

Director

Sam Posada

Director

John C. ("Jack") Styer

Director

Mr. Sammy White-Ephrain

Advisory Board

Debra Posada

Advisory Board

Shantel Johnson

Director

The Veterans Foundation of Stanislaus County was born from a vision of unity. Following a dedicated three-year planning process led by the Stanislaus County Veterans Advisory Commission, we identified a critical need: a single, accessible hub for veteran services. Today, we stand as a testament to what a community can achieve when it honors those who protected our freedom.

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