The Board of Directors and Executive Director of Western Tidewater Free Clinic (WTFC) is pleased to announce Jessica York as the new Director of Development. Jessica brings a wealth of experience making her uniquely qualified for this role. As a resident of Isle of Wight County, Jessica is enthusiastic about building strong relationships within the local community and regionally. Jessica’s expertise in healthcare, donor stewardship and cultivation, and volunteerism positions her for success in her new position at the Clinic.

 Jessica holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology from the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, VA.  Prior to joining WTFC, Jessica served as the Executive Director of Meals on Wheels and served as the Western Tidewater Care Coordination Supervisor for Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia. She has over 25 years of experience in the human services field as a leader, fundraiser, outreach specialist and social worker.

 Executive Director Ashley Greene said, “We are thrilled to welcome Jessica to our Clinic team. We know she is committed to our mission and vision, has a heart for those we serve and will strengthen the Clinic’s community partnerships for a successful future.”

 As a Clinic team member, Jessica will support the critical work of the Clinic staff and volunteers who provide comprehensive healthcare to about 1,500 distinct patients per year at WTFC. These patients are seen in more than 11,000 visits including medical, dental, mental health, women’s health and pharmacy appointments. Jessica shared, “I’m honored to join this amazing group of community servants and look forward to making a positive impact in Western Tidewater.”

 The WTFC Board of Directors and Executive Director Ashley Greene are delighted to have Jessica on board serving as the Director of Development and are confident she will make significant contributions to WTFC’s mission. 

The Board of Directors of Western Tidewater Free Clinic (WTFC) is pleased to announce Ashley O. Greene as the new Executive Director. Ashley is uniquely qualified to serve in this role, given her nine years of tenure at WTFC serving as our Director of Development.  In addition, she is a Suffolk native and has strong relationships and ties locally and regionally.  Ashley’s knowledge of all facets of the Clinic, her success in fund development and her experience leading strategic and operational initiatives at the Clinic will ensure the long-term success of WTFC.

Ashley graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from the College of William and Mary.  She was an Inside Business “Top Forty Under 40” honoree in 2007 and was named the Association of Fundraising Professionals Hampton Roads Chapter “Outstanding Fundraising Professional” this past October.  Ashley, her husband Andy and their four children live in Suffolk.

Board chair Bob Hayes said, “Ashley believes strongly in our team culture and is committed to creating a healthy environment for staff, volunteers and patients. The board knows she will continue to lead the Clinic to success in the future.”

Mrs. Greene continues the work of the Clinic staff and community volunteers who care for an average of 1,400 patients per year at WTFC. She says, “I am thrilled and grateful for this opportunity to serve in this new role with the stellar Clinic team, volunteers and board. I look forward to growing our already strong relationships in the community and to providing care to more of our neighbors who can benefit from our services.”

The Board of Directors is delighted Ashley will be leading the talented and steadfast Clinic team.  We value her dedication to the Clinic and her deep commitment to our mission, vision and values.

On behalf of the Board of Directors, we are extremely pleased to announce Rhonda A. Stewart, MBA, BSN, RN, NEA-BC as the new Executive Director of Western Tidewater Free Clinic (WTFC).  Rhonda is uniquely positioned to serve in this role, given her background in healthcare administration, clinical supervision, and nursing. In addition, she is familiar with the community the Clinic serves, having spent eight years as Executive Director at The Village at Woods Edge from 2008-2016 and serving on the WTFC board of directors from 2011-2013. We know Rhonda’s clinical management experience, operations and organizational leadership, and business development will ensure the future successes of WTFC.

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Free clinic names new director