Our Board
Samantha Jones
Samantha Jones believes that every person is made in the image of God—valuable, loved, and necessary. Passionate about connecting people to Christ through relationship and discipleship, she is the founder and CEO of Benevolence United.
Samantha’s ministry journey began at just seven years old, when she started helping her father in the bus ministry at their church in Woodbridge, VA. She has served faithfully in church ministry ever since. For over two decades, she has held multiple leadership roles, including Youth Leader, Children’s Ministry Director, Early Childhood Director, and Special Needs Ministry Coordinator.
She is currently pursuing a BS in Christian Leadership and Management from Liberty University, with plans to continue on to earn an MA in Christian Leadership from Dallas Theological Seminary. Samantha also holds certifications in Christian Counseling from Light University and Temperament Coaching from Cornerstone Ministries.
Samantha and her husband, David, have been in love since 2005. Together they have a blended family of three adult children—Courtney, Vanessa, and Drake—and three grandchildren: Carson, Oliver, and Ivy. In her spare time, she enjoys home improvement projects and exploring the world with David.
Grateful for experience, Samantha is excited to do good in every opportunity God brings her way and seeks His handiwork in every situation
Angela Cushing
Angela Cushing serves on the Board of Benevolence United. She believes that every child is uniquely gifted by God, and her mission is to help each one discover those gifts and know they are deeply loved.
Angela holds an M.Ed. in Special Education and an MA in Theatre Arts. She is certified to teach both Special Education and Theatre in the state of Virginia and is trained in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy as well as a variety of behavior-management systems.
With over 20 years of experience in education, Angela has served in many roles, including more than seven years as a Special Education Teacher, five years as a Theatre Arts Teacher, and two years as a Speech Instructor at the college level.
Angela is deeply rooted in her close-knit family. She cherishes her mother, Patricia, and her younger sister, Sabrina, and has been a significant part of raising her talented nephew, Ethan, and her amazing niece, Caydence. Family is central to Angela’s life, and she treasures their time together.
In her spare moments, Angela enjoys taking her family to see theatrical performances and exploring the world through travel.
David Jones
David Jones serves as a board member for Benevolence United. He loves God deeply and is passionate about serving others with integrity and compassion. David has dedicated the past 20 years to public service as a Firefighter and EMT. He holds a Business Degree from NOVA, an AS in Fire Science, and a BS in Fire Administration from Columbia Southern University. He holds multiple leadership certifications and commendations. He is also a certified trainer in Risk Management and Therapeutic Options.
David has been actively involved in church ministry for many years. He has served as a Youth Leader for over five years and a Children’s Ministry Leader for more than a decade. His personal experience with families with disabilities has further shaped his heart for ministry, providing him with a meaningful understanding of both the challenges families face and the profound rewards that come with perseverance and faith.
Committed to serving wherever God opens the door, David brings strength, compassion, and steadfast dedication to every role he fills.