OUR STORY
Dedication and Service
It is incredible how one small idea can grow into something truly special. Our Village Okeechobee is rooted in the belief that we all have an inherent responsibility to make a meaningful difference in our community. With a variety of active projects and a large volunteer staff, we harness our skills and resources to successfully achieve our goals.
Since our founding in 2015, we have been proud to witness how our activities have benefitted the Okeechobee community and beyond. Want to take part? Contribute to our work by donating or volunteering today.
MEET OUR TEAM
The Faces of Our Organization

Leah Suarez
CEO/Founder

Mary O'neal
Director of Operations

Joe Snowberger
Mission United
Project Manager

Veronica Gilchrist
Prevention Coalition
Project Manager

Cristian Suarez
Okeechobee Long Term Recovery
Project Manager

Lizbeth Soriano
Business Manager

Alex Navarette
Education Center Director

Gerardo Saucedo
Peer Support Team Lead

Damaris Olivera
Peer Support Specialist

Jasmine Mora
Peer Support Specialist

Geneva Dames
The Closet/Joani's Exchange
Manager

Dayanara
Jimenez
Receptionist

Stephanie Dominguez
Connections Care Manager

Charlie Schrichte
Joani's Exchange Associate
MEET OUR BOARD

Vanessa Villalpando
Communications Specialist

Robert Orr
President of the Board

Rhonda Watt
Director of Communications
UNDER CONSTRUCTION

Lonnie Kirsch
Communications Specialist

Sheryl Worlow
President of the Board

Erin O'neal
Director of Communications

Sheila Brown
Communications Specialist

Davia Moore-Gordon
President of the Board

Kenny Sarros
Director of Communications
