OUR PEOPLE
Volunteer Spotlight
CVF runs on the heart and hands of our volunteers. Meet the people who make our mission possible.
Featured Volunteer
Wesley “Shorty” Salmans
U.S. Army Master Sergeant (Ret.) · CVF Volunteer Coordinator, 2022–2024
A 22-year Army veteran who has spent decades honoring veterans and their families through service.
Featured Volunteer
Star Traywick Nance
Founder, Community for Veteran Families · Veteran Advocate
Founder of CVF whose family's deep military legacy fuels her mission to honor and support veteran families.
Featured Volunteer
Karen Minson
Founder, Paws 4 Hearts WTD · Therapy Dog Handler
Founder of Paws 4 Hearts WTD, bringing nearly 30 years of therapy dog work to comfort service members and veteran families.
Featured Volunteer
Patti Jacobs
Volunteer · Military Family Advocate
A military brat whose lifelong respect for service and family draws her to support veteran families through CVF.
Featured Volunteer
Alexi Salas
Community Volunteer · Veteran & Military Family Advocate
A dedicated San Antonio volunteer supporting veterans, military families, and youth with compassion and heart.