Staff & Board of Directors
This group of people came together with the common goal of putting their faith into action to serve their communities. Each of them brings a unique perspective, talent, skill, and passion for leaving the world a better place than they found it. We are lucky to have them as part of our team, and try to tell them so as often as possible.
Does our mission speak to you? Do you believe you have unique gifts, special skills, untapped talents that could help make Faith in Action of the Greater Kanawha Valley stronger, better, more efficient? We would love to hear from you! Send us an email and let's talk!
Jennifer Waggener
Executive Director
Jennifer's work with the Alzheimer's Association was the spark that ignited the passion to do something to fill the gaps in service that often exist and to help enable people to remain independent, in their own homes, as long as possible. She is thrilled beyond measure to be working with so many dynamic and respected people to help build and grow Faith in Action of the Greater Kanawha Valley.
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Morgan Dierdorff
Assistant Director
Morgan was our first staff hire and is a wonderful asset to our program. She is a Marshall grad and a gifted graphic artist, but the talents she brings to her new position with us are many. She is already helping to streamline some of our processes, and is making improvements to the way we measure the impact of the work we do. She is a also skilled organizer and event planner. But her most valuable contribution to our organization is the way she works directly with our care receivers with such immense kindness, grace and compassion.
Michael Raymo
Board Chair
Mike is the Director of Engineering for West Virginia American Water and oversees numerous water and wastewater related construction projects across the state. As an Army Veteran, Mike values selfless service and sees FIAGKV as a way to put that into practice. He strongly believes in the sanctity of life, regardless of age, and wants to be a part of giving our older neighbors the respect and dignified support they deserve. While he wasn’t born in West Virginia, Mike got here as quickly as he could and currently resides in Charleston with his family. ​​
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Lindsay Hay
Board Treasurer
Lindsay is an active volunteer in the community, donating her time to the American Heart Association, the Kanawha-Charleston Humane Association, Charleston Urban Works, the YMCA, and the WV International Film Festival. She is currently employed at MRC Global and actively participates on the MRC Global Cares Committee. Of special note, Lindsay is actively engaged in consulting with our key collaborative partner, Bringing Back the Village. She is currently in the process of completing her CPA certification.​​​​​​​
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Janet Flanagan
Board Member
Janet is a retired educator and clergy member, having served in several United Methodist Churches in West Virginia. She has vast experience working with people of all ages and backgrounds through her many years of service in the church at local, state and national levels. She has also been able to utilize her teaching background in several creative ways, most recently by leading workshops in areas of interest to Older Adults. Her work as a hospice chaplain helped her recognize the needs of the whole person. By calling on her studies and teaching on issues of aging, she has a much-needed voice to add to Faith in Action.​
L.J. Fairless
Board Vice Chair
After graduating from Marshall University and a brief career in broadcasting, L.J. soon began working in the family business. He was named president of Snodgrass Funeral Home in 1992, and after the deaths of his grandmother and mother in 1995, he became the 4th generation owner and operator in 1996. L.J. is married to Lia DiTrapano Fairless and they have two children, Ben and Francesca. Service has always been first and foremost in the Snodgrass family, and with over thirty years in this profession, L.J. inherited the desire to give back to his community. He loves the Kanawha Valley and is very proud to be actively involved in a leadership capacity for a variety of civic and community organizations.
Amy Boggs
Board Member
Amy is a returning Board Member, having served as Secretary and Vice Chair during her previous tenure. Amy works for the State of West Virginia’s Governor’s Highway Safety Program. She has been a supporter of our organization since the beginning and has been an invaluable resource on our events committee, assisting with marketing efforts, and more. She currently serves as chair of our Funds Development & Events Committee. Those who have served with her in the past can attest to her dependability and willingness to jump in where needed.​​​​
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Catherine Gerichten
Board Member
Catherine, better known as Kitten, is a Senior Account Executive with the Hilb Group of WV, Inc. and has more than 40 years of experience in the insurance industry. For the last 10 years, she cared for her aging parents, and was the primary caregiver for her mother as she navigated dementia. These days, Kitten looks forward to giving back to her community and assisting our older neighbors through her work with Faith in Action. ​​​​​​​​
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Whitney Humphrey
Board Secretary
Whitney Humphrey is Communications Administrator for the West Virginia Housing Development Fund. She earned her bachelor's degree in journalism from Marshall University and is currently pursuing a master's in Integrated Marketing Communications from West Virginia University. In addition to work and school, Whitney stays busy with her two young daughters and serving in the nursery at River Ridge Church in Charleston. She and her family currently reside in Marmet. Whitney is excited to serve on the Board of Directors and play a role in the continued growth of this amazing organization.
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Orlando Craighead
Board Member
Orlando is the current Executive Director of the Kanawha Coalition for Community Health Improvement. This organization was founded in 1994 by Kanawha County hospitals working in partnership with other local organizations. The mission of KCCHI is to identify and evaluate health risks and coordinate resources to measurably improve the health of the people of Kanawha County. He is also engaged with the Wild Wonderful Healthy Westside, Healthy Communities Smithers/Montgomery, and the Spotted Owl Healthcare Association. Orlando’s passions are public health, coalition building, and community equity – all of which make him a valuable resource to Faith in Action.​
