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.
Samantha holds a degree in Business from Columbia Southern University and is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Christian Leadership and Management from Liberty University. She plans to continue her education by pursuing a Master of Arts 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, M.Ed., M.A.
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, MSL
David Jones serves as a board member for Benevolence United. He loves God deeply and is passionate about serving others with integrity, compassion, and excellence. David has dedicated over 20 years to public service as a Firefighter and EMT. He holds a degree in Business from NOVA, an Associate of Science in Fire Science, a Bachelor of Science in Fire Administration, and a Master of Science in Fire Service Leadership and Management from Columbia Southern University. He also holds multiple leadership certifications and commendations and is a certified trainer in Risk Management and Therapeutic Options.
David has been actively involved in church ministry for many years, serving as a Youth Leader for more than five years and a Children’s Ministry Leader for more than a decade. His personal experience with families affected by disability has further shaped his heart for ministry, giving him a meaningful understanding of both the challenges families face and the profound rewards that come through perseverance, faith, and community.
Committed to serving wherever God opens the door, David brings leadership, strength, compassion, and steadfast dedication to every role he fills. His professional experience, ministry background, and passion for serving others make him a valuable part of the Benevolence United team.