Staff
Development and Finance
Dr. Greg Smith
Greg is committed to making the world a better place for all people - starting in East Dallas.
Prior to White Rock Center of Hope, he served nine Christian congregations, taught religion to undergraduates for eight years, and helped three organizations provide quality healthcare to underserved populations.
Kimberly Patterson, CFRE
Kimberly connects individuals, communities of faith, and local businesses to the work of providing hope with love through the White Rock Center of Hope.
As a long-time resident of East Dallas, Kimberly loves building a community where all can thrive.
Will Friend, MBA
Will leads White Rock Center of Hope's finance department. Additionally, he oversees large scale projects in support of the organization's strategic plan.
Neighbor Services
Kaylan VanPelt, MA
Kaylan develops and oversees neighbor programs and services, including Basic Needs (Food Pantry, Clothing Closet, and Financial Assistance) and Empowerment Programs.
Kaylan's passion is poverty alleviation, and her professional background includes diverse leadership roles in this space.
Thrift Store
Diane Peyton Leathers, MBA
Meredith
Nicole
Curtis
Operations
Vincent
Carlos
Tyrec
Board of Directors
FY 2026 Officers
FY 2026 Directors
Chair
Pat Hadaway
Vice Chair
Rev. Jonathan Melton
Treasurer
Veda Shaw
Secretary
David Cossum
Immediate Past Chair
Michael DeGroat
Linda Hale
Mary Anne Hifler
Julie Keith
J. R. Ratliff
Michael Stettler
Scott Storm
Staci Stovall
Vickie Wright
Dr. Greg Smith*
*ex officio member