Board of Trustees (2025)
Cami Downey
Chair
(Independent, Voting)
Cami has been a resident of White County for 26 years. She resides with her husband of 31 years, Neal. They have 3 grown children, 12 grandchildren and 10 great-grands! Cami loves camping and spending time with her family. Cami is recently retired from White County Public Safety after serving 22 years. She served as a 911 Dispatcher and an Administrative Assistant to the Public Safety Director. She attends The Bridge Church in Cleveland and is active on several committees. Cami has a passion for helping the homeless to get on their feet and become independent.
Carlos Santiago
Vice Chair
(Independent, Voting)
Carlos is a graduate from The University of Central Florida and the US Army Command &General Staff College. He is a 28 year veteran of the US Army who was deployed for multiple combat tours in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom as Chief of Operations J6 (CTO) US Special Operations Command Central. Carlos has 4 adult children and is married. He and his wife, Kim, enjoy spending time on their farm in Cleveland, hiking, and exploring new places. Carlos has a heart for serving his community. He has previously volunteered with the Atlanta Food Bank, Atlanta Homeless Coalition, Pat Tilman Foundation, DAV, VFW, American Legion, ASPCA, and Humane Society. Currently, Carlos and his wife are members of the Bridge Church in Cleveland where Carlos actively serves on several committees.
Cheryl Page
Recording Secretary
(Independent, Voting)
CheryI has lived in White County for over 40 years having moved from Atlanta in the 70's and having grown up in Orlando. Her family is a member of Nacoochee United Methodist Church. Her children all attended White County schools and were very active in most everything the school offered, from sports to community organizations. Cheryl soon became involved in the culture and life of the community.
When Family Promise of White County was established, I volunteered as Coordinator for my church to help house and feed the families who would pass through the program. Many became friends..
I am proud of this program, although it is small in comparison to other charities many people have benefitted from what we offer. The program is growing and I see it making more of a difference every day. With the help of this community we will continue to grow and thrive and make a difference in the lives of many.
Kathy Johnson
Treasurer
(Independent, Voting)
Kathy is married with three grown children and nine grandchildren who all live near Atlanta. She and her husband enjoy hiking with their two dogs, camping, and travel out west annually. Because of their love of the mountains, but wanting to remain close to family, Kathy and her husband chose to move to Cleveland shortly after her retirement. They selected The Bridge as their home church where they are actively involved in guest services.
Kathy has a heart for single mothers and parents struggling to raise their children in a healthy, safe home which, coupled with her desire to serve others in the community, led her to volunteer at the Cleveland Care Center and Family Promise of White and Habersham (FPWH). She now serves on the board of both organizations.
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Shaun Sosebee
Media/PR Secretary
(Independent, Voting)
Shaun Sosebee has been an active member of the Family Promise Board of Directors since moving to White County over 7 years ago, bringing with her more than 15 years of accomplishments in the areas of volunteer recruitment and training, leadership development, program management, and special event planning.
Sosebee received her Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Leadership from the Department of Agricultural Education and Communications at the University of Florida. She also holds a Masters in Nonprofit Management from the University of Central Florida.
Currently managing her family’s vacation rental portfolio, Shaun lives in Cleveland with her husband Zack and their three children – Brayden (8), Georgia (6) & Sawyer (4).
Tim Morgan
Board Member
(Independent, Voting)
Pastor Tim Morgan currently worships and serves with Jeanne his wife of 20 years at Faith Lutheran Church in Cleveland Georgia. They share their home with three loving dogs and three loving(sometimes) cats in Cleveland and enjoy all sorts of outdoor activities. Pastor Tim has been involved locally with the Family Promise affiliate for six years and serving on the Board for the past five years. He reports that his highlight of serving is running into FP client graduates in their new lives in the local community.
Susan Huffman
Board Member
(Independent, Voting)
Susan has been a resident of Habersham County for 8 years and resides with her husband and grandson. They have 3 grown daughters that all live in Georgia. Susan attends the Clarkesville Church of God and loves her church family. She and her husband enjoy doing home renovations, hiking, scuba diving, RVing, traveling, and helping others.
In 2017, Susan began volunteering with Habitat for Humanity and has helped build homes in several states. She is currently serving on their board as treasurer and is a member of the family selection committee. What attracted her to volunteering with Habitat for Humanity is that the assistance provided to partner families is a ‘hand-up, not a hand-out’. This is what attracted her to Family Promise; that they provide support and stabilization to help families and individuals towards economic stability by giving them a hand up.
Susan graduated from Brenau University in 2000 with a master’s degree in business. She was employed with American Megatrends for 19 years in various accounting positions and retired in 2015 after serving as the Director of Accounting for 7 years. Susan currently manages her family’s long term residential rental portfolio and volunteers a helping hand in her community when she sees a need.
Lori Hubbard
Board Member
(Independent, Voting)
Lori has a deep-rooted connection with Family Promise, having attended the organization's very first meeting in the community. While early family commitments and a move to Florida kept them from being actively involved at the time, Lori's life experiences over the past several years have only strengthened her passion for helping others.
Returning to the community with a renewed dedication, Lori is honored to carry forward the legacy of her father, Bob Hirschi, who served on the Family Promise board for several years. Inspired by Bob’s commitment and the impact of Family Promise, Lori is enthusiastic about contributing to the mission of supporting homeless families, and is passionate about working with local governments to ensure local codes are not contributing to homelessness.
In addition to her role with Family Promise, Lori is a dedicated Realtor who finds joy in helping people find (affordable) homes. This professional experience complements her commitment to Family Promise, as both endeavors focus on the importance of stable, supportive housing. Lori is excited to bring her skills, compassion, love for others and community spirit to the Family Promise board, continuing to make a positive difference in the lives of families in need.
Christine Goss
Board Member
(Independent, Voting)
Christine brings a blend of Midwest roots, Southern hospitality, and a heart for service to Family Promise's Board. Originally from Michigan, she made Georgia her home in 1995 before settling in Cleveland in 2005. Armed with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Christine brings a strategic mindset and business acumen to Family Promise.
As a mother of two sons, Christine understands the importance of community and creating a better world for future generations. Her career in Technical Recruiting has honed her interpersonal skills and ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds.
Beyond her professional life, Christine's passion for helping others shines through her involvement in various initiatives. From her work with 9-1-1 to her volunteer efforts with Be My Eyes, she consistently seeks out opportunities to make a positive impact in the lives of others.
In her downtime, Christine finds solace in nature, indulging in activities like hiking and kayaking. But above all, she cherishes moments spent with her family, finding joy and fulfillment in their company.
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