Volunteers of America Northern New England
Richard Hooks Wayman has held various leadership roles in social service nonprofit organizations, focusing on issues such as homelessness, child welfare, and youth development. Richard currently serves as President & CEO of Volunteers of America Northern New England, where Richard works to help the most vulnerable rebuild their lives through affordable housing and social services. Prior to this, Richard held positions such as National Executive Director at Children's Defense Fund and Chief Executive Officer at LUK, Inc. Throughout their career, Richard has been dedicated to advocating for the well-being of disadvantaged individuals and families.
Volunteers of America Northern New England
Volunteers of America is the charity that always steps forward to help the most vulnerable. Since 1896 Volunteers of America has taken on the most difficult tasks to help the most underserved. Volunteers of America Northern New England touches the lives of more than 6,000 people in Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont. With nearly 30 programs we provide basic human necessities such as shelter and food or life-renewing assistance such as life skills training, rehabilitation, counseling, wrap-around support services, case management services, community mediation, connection to community resources, and more. VOA is a Great Place To Work certified company for the second straight year! Evidence-based programming encourages positive development, fosters independence and promotes the type of self-sufficiency that can change someone's life. When you support the work of Volunteers of America Northern New England you make a difference in your state— and your community — one person at a time.