The Barbara Stone Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on supporting and creating visionary programs and initiatives for individuals with disabilities in Greenville County, announces the appointment of five new board members. Lori Bostic, Erica James, Lauren Hunt, Andy Lecture, and Joel Scheving will serve a 3-year term alongside other dedicated community members.
The Barbara Stone Foundation Board of Directors is led by Board Chair Nick Skenteris, Vice President Audra Vellucci, Treasurer Riku Oinonen, and the following board members are currently serving: Lee Sowell, Matthew Collins, Elizabeth Piper, Lisa Finch, Dana Gantt Moore, Board Member Emeritus Marion Elliott and the Honorable Nick Theodore, President Emeritus.
“We are excited to start 2026 with a clearly defined vision, the right leadership and dedicated board members to help us create a community where all individuals with disabilities flourish,” said Nick Skenteris, Board Chair of the Barbara Stone Foundation. “Our committed board and staff are steadfast in our efforts to help people with disabilities achieve equitable opportunities and increase awareness about the benefits of an inclusive community.”
Since 1991, the Barbara Stone Foundation’s primary focus has been to influence community systems, policies, and culture for individuals with disabilities in Greenville County. The non-profit’s work is accomplished through identifying gaps in services, investing in, or creating innovative programs, leveraging partnerships in the community, and through signature initiatives like Greenville CAN (Collaborative Action Network), the UP (Upward Professionals) Employment Initiative and Access GVL.
To help the Barbara Stone Foundation sustain and grow programs like Greenville CAN and the UP (Upward Professionals) Employment Initiative, visit www.barbarastonefoundation.org.