ABOUT

Michelle Smeltzer was born and raised in San Diego, California.  She has spent much of her career in Executive Management positions primarily in Direct Sales and Marketing for companies that specialize in Nutritional Products.  Upon coming to Front Royal, Michelle found her passion and has become a relentless advocate for the homeless population in Warren County.  She works at the Warren County Department of Social Services serving as the Community Liaison and is instrumental in coalescing community resources in order to increase access for all Warren County residents. 

Michelle is very active in the community.  She serves on several boards including the House of Hope, Hope and Rest Temporary Shelter.  She is a member of the Rotary Club of Warren County as well as the SALT/Triad and the Warren Coalition. 

Michelle has been a resident of Front Royal for fourteen years and resides with her husband Mark and their dog Clementine.

Family Services worker for Adult Services at the Warren County Dept. of Social Services

Bachelor of Science degree from Arizona State University

When I was child, I was a recipient of charity from our local church. As I became an adult, I knew I wanted to give back to the community that once helped me. I try to instill in my children the importance of giving back. If you don’t have the money, you might have the time to volunteer. Both of my children have been volunteering since they were young. I have been a part of many charities over the years, but I kept wanting to be a part of something that really mattered to me personally. Something that really spoke to my heart.

I have been married for over 20 years to my husband, Michael. We have 2 children. We are outdoorsy and spend most of our weekends camping by a fire.

I have worked at Noble and Noble Accounting for 11 years. 

Nichole Johns is a Program Manager for Warren County Department of Social Services, where she has served for 4.5 years. She takes pride in assisting those who are most vulnerable, advocating for those who cannot speak for themselves, and befriending those in need.

Nichole’s passion is led by her Christian faith. She is a wife and mother of three. She attends Dynamic Life Ministries where she has served in the Children’s Ministry for many years. In addition to serving our community, Nichole enjoys raising her chickens and collecting coffee mugs.

Mr. Lasky is a committed emergency management leader with 28 years as a public safety and emergency management professional. He served 11 years of honorable active-duty service as medical professional in overseas, state-side and a special duty assignment as Emergency Medical Operations Coordinator. He has served two decades as a volunteer and career paramedic, emergency manager, and large community EMS Chief. He spent 16 years as an U.S. government civilian emergency management professional. 

Eric has been a resident of Warren County for the past 12 years. He and his family live in the Front Royal Area. 

Senior Pastor - New Hope Bible Church

Lynn Urban is a longtime resident of Front Royal with more than a decade of experience as a public school teacher in Northern Virginia.  She works tirelessly to recruit volunteers and solicit donors to buy items on the HARTS Amazon Wish List