Every position in the SJS Organization is a service position. Each member donates their time and efforts to help our community and those we serve. No one in our Organization receives a paycheck or monetary compensation for their position.
Board of Directors:
Shantell VanLeuven, President
I am the Founder/President of Shannon J Scholarship, Inc., more importantly I am Shannon J’s little sister. Like most people, I have had to witness this disease destroy the lives of many people that I love and care about. When Shannon reached out for help I made him a promise that I would do everything in my power to get him the help that he so desperately needed and wanted. There is an overwhelming need for SJS, due to the epidemic that is sweeping our communities. Sadly, Shannon was put on a waiting list and died before a bed became available. I had a choice, be angry and bitter or be a part of the solution. With the love, dedication and support from many individuals I have been able to fulfill my promise to my brother, many times over. One of my favorite quotes is “Be the change you wish to see in the world”. I challenge each of you to use your voice, stand up for others and help bring positive change to your community. Thank you for your continued and unwavering support, YOU make SJS possible. “My promise remains”- Little Sister
Sierra Magill, Vice-President
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Veronica Harding, Treasurer
Hi my name is Veronica H. I have been with SJS from the very beginning. The first year I volunteered, second year I joined the committee, and now I currently sit on the Board of Directors as the Secretary. Shannon J means a lot to me, not only because Shannon was my cousin and we grew up closely together, but I have watched and experienced addiction my whole life. This disease affects so many people and to be just a small part of the fight is epic. This organization is amazing with amazing people and fills the emptiness I felt in my heart.
Jodi Carroll, Secretary
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Ryan Sides, Director
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Terry Smith, Director
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My name is Terry and I am a recovering alcoholic/addict. I have been sober/clean since August 14, 1989. I only tell you this so you know that recovery is possible if you work for it.
For me, service work is very important; it helps the community around us and helps me to stay sober/clean. I have been with SJS since the beginning. I had just completed a service position with a different Organization and told myself I needed a break. Not long after that, Shantell ask me to join the Board of Directors and I knew I couldn’t say no. I love what I do and if I/we can just help one person out, that will make a BIG difference in their life, to their family and friends lives as well. Knowing that a life has been changed, puts a smile on my face.
May God Bless you all!!
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Tony Haas, Director
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Amber Evans, Director
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Ryan Sides, Director
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James Ingram, Director
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Nikki Ingram, Director
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Truanne Haas, Director
Hi, my name is Truanne Haas and I have been volunteering for SJS for the past couple of years and it’s been so amazing watching people get in to recovery. I have had different positions on this non profit and I am so grateful for the opportunity to be of service to people like me. I’m a board member and the vice president of the committee and love doing this. It not only helps other it helps me to stay humble.
Fundraiser Committee:
The Fundraiser Committee play a huge part in making SJS possible. Their generosity, dedication and willingness to donate their time and talents to assist in the fundraising efforts, if greatly appreciated!
Current Committee Members:
Kacey Aaron, Terri Marks, Kristen Webber, Josh Richman,
“I choose to be a part of SJS because I have been given the gift of sobriety. To keep it you have to give it away. I want to carry the message to the still suffering alcoholic/addict and be a part of the solution instead of the problem. I am extremely passionate about service and am grateful for the opportunity to give back.”- Amberly Hansen
“I was in a local treatment facility, I didn’t have the money to pay for my treatment. SJS stepped up and paid two weeks for me. They showed me love, when I couldn’t love myself. It is an honor to give back”- Paul Wiley
“SJS helped save my life! Thanks to the funding I received for treatment I now have 2+ years clean and sober. I love my life today; I am able to be the mom that my children deserve. It is an honor to be on the Committee and help others find recovery.” – Seirra Magill
“I wanted to be apart of something that gives back to people who have been where I have been. I have seen the stuff that SJS has done and it is amazing to be apart of it” -Lorel Palmer
“SJS helps people like me, who was once lost in my addiction. I give back by being apart of a wonderful non-profit who helps the next alcoholic/addict get help. It keeps me sober by being of service. Whenever anyone reaches out for help, we can be there for them”-Truanne Haas
“I have lost friends and family members to addiction that did not have resources for treatment. I heard how SJS was helping people and thought it was amazing. I am very honored to be apart of it.” -Billy Farnes
“I decided to surrender on January 17, 2012 and change my life for the better. I went to a wonderful place in the mountains called Valley Camp. While up at this place I learned the necessary tools to stay clean from all mind altering substances. While up at Camp, I saw guys who couldn’t pay for their stay at Camp and that’s where I witnessed a great Organization called SJS step in and help the Residents pay for their rent. I am very excited to be on the Committee and start helping this Organization help the still suffering Alcoholic and Addict get help for treatment.” -Tyler Larsen
