Board of Directors
Savannah Station Therapeutic Riding Program is a 501c3 nonprofit organization established in 2013. Our Board of Directors volunteer their time acting as advisors and advocates, providing sound governance ensuring that the mission of Savannah Station TRP is carried out with the utmost transparency and proper allocation of funds. Our board’s wide variety of experience in business, education and finance assists us in securing contributions and support on behalf of the organization. This support allows us to continue to serve our large service area with the highest standards well into the future.
Joy Turner
Chairman | Attorney Oklahoma Disability Law Center Joy is the youngest of three children. Her older sister was born with developmental disabilities and passed away when she was just ten years old. This impacted Joy’s life and instilled in her a heart for individuals with disabilities at an early age. That heart for individuals with disabilities carried over into her professional life as a lawyer many years later. Joy’s father was an avid horse lover and ingrained in her a love of horses at a very young age. She and her father bred and raised a foal together when she was in her early teen years. Joy understands first hand the therapeutic impact horses can have on a person. God and her family, along with the horse she and her father raised, helped her cope when her father passed unexpectedly when she was thirteen. Joy is a lawyer and currently serves as the Director of Investigation and Monitoring at the Oklahoma Disability Law Center (ODLC). ODLC is Oklahoma’s federally funded Protection and Advocacy System (P&A) for individuals with disabilities. Since October 2000, Joy has
represented both adults and children with disabilities before State, Federal, and Administrative Agencies and Courts. Through her zealous advocacy, Joy has successfully handled disability discrimination cases, Special Education cases and has obtained necessary medical devices and services from the Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA). God intertwined Joy’s love of horses and heart for serving individuals with disabilities when she and her husband, Dale, began volunteering with Savannah Station in January, 2022. Joy and her husband live in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. |
Niki Fanning
Vice Chairman | MVP Insurance Owner/Agent Niki is a native to the Yukon community, and she firmly believes in giving back to the places that she cherishes. She is a local business owner, works for a local insurance company, and has children that are very active in the community. Niki grew up around horses and her middle daughter shares that passion and also volunteers at Savannah Station. For the Fanning family, Savannah Station fits with their passions and is a great way to give back to the community. Niki lives in Yukon, Oklahoma.
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Brittany Hewitt
Secretary l Business Developer, Express Personnel Brittany Hewitt, a proud native of Canadian County, Oklahoma, is a devoted wife and mother of four. Her children keep her busy with their sports and extracurricular activities, but in her free time, Brittany cherishes being outdoors. Whether kayaking, fishing, or camping, she finds joy and peace in nature. Her life is deeply rooted in her faith and her love for Jesus, which inspires her to serve and uplift others.
For over a decade, Brittany has passionately dedicated herself to working with children with disabilities. Through her roles with the State of Oklahoma and in the private sector, she has helped countless children build confidence, overcome challenges, and achieve their physical, emotional, behavioral, and educational goals. Brittany’s mission is to ensure that every child she encounters feels seen, valued, and capable of defying the odds. Her heart for service extends far beyond her professional work. Brittany has spent many years mentoring and discipling inner-city children, single mothers, children with disabilities, and survivors of domestic violence. Witnessing God’s miracles in the lives of those she serves brings her immense joy and fuels her unwavering dedication. In the fall of 2024, Brittany began volunteering with Savannah Station, an organization whose mission she quickly fell in love with. Wednesdays have since become her favorite day of the week, as she works alongside fellow volunteers and students in a positive and transformative environment. Savannah Station has deeply impacted her life, offering her hope and allowing her to witness more miracles than she ever imagined. Brittany’s life is a testament to her faith, compassion, and unwavering commitment to making a difference in the lives of others. |
Sam Craven
Governance Chairman | Retired Rancher Sam is formally from Yukon and now lives with his wife, Nikki, on their ranch in Cogar. After recently retiring with 40 years of Federal government service, Sam is a full-time rancher. He and Nikki have a cow/calf operation, along with cattle dogs, chickens, ducks and horses. Sam and Nikki have five grandsons and one granddaughter, all of whom live
in Oklahoma. Sam has several college degrees but the one he is most proud of is his degree in Child Development. While Sam attended Oklahoma State University, he worked as a pre-school teacher. He has been a class volunteer for many years at Savannah Station and was a class volunteer and mentor in the Alternative School Program at Sunset, the forerunner of our program. Sam’s volunteer experiences include the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, Center of Family Love, Catholic Charities, Salvation Army, and being a Court Appointed Special Advocate for children in the Canadian County Court System. Sam’s life philosophy stems from the children’s book, “Tuck Everlasting”, i.e., “Don’t be afraid of death, be afraid of an unlived life. You don’t have to live forever; you just have to live.” |
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Rhonda Hensley
Member | Retired I am excited to join Savannah Station as a board member and as a class volunteer. I am a retired operating room supervisor and serve as a nurse during a summer session at Kanakuk Christian Sports Camp in Branson, MO. I'm an active member of Trinity Baptist Church in Yukon and an active Master Gardener in the Canadian County Chapter. My hobbies are cooking, gardening, and traveling. I have been married to my best friend, Butch Hensley, for 47 years. We have two beautiful daughters and two amazing grandchildren. Our youngest daughter competes as an equestrian hunter jumper. We travel with her to shows. I am the mom of the best horse on the Savannah Station healing team, Van Gough. Rhonda and her husband live in Yukon, Oklahoma.
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Susie Munday
Member | Sr. Principal Project Management, Northrop Grumman, Corp. This is my 4th year to be blessed as a volunteer at Savannah Station. I grew up around Oklahoma City and graduated from Putnam City schools. From there I went to Central State University and graduated with a BA in Education, social studies and an instrumental music minor. I have a master’s Certificate in Government Contracting from George Washington University.
I worked for Governair, a HVAC manufacturing plant as a buyer. Then I went to work at Northrop Grumman, and I have been with them for 21 years. I started as a buyer and now my role is in project management. Susie has two grown children, a daughter and a son, four granddaughters and a grandson. Susie has been an active volunteer with Therapy Dog International for 27 years, training eight therapy dogs, What I have learned from my therapy work is the animals are the real stars of the show. They just need us to give them a ride or groom them and they do the rest as only animals and God can do. Luke 12:48b “to whom much is given, from him much is required” I have been given so much!! |
David Stone
Member | Geologist, Ward Petroleum Dave and his wife Patricia have been involved with Savannah Station since 2013 as active Volunteers. Dave grew up in Wisconsin and moved to Oklahoma in 1980 and was employed in the Energy Business for over 40 years as a Geologist/Executive for Marathon Oil and Ward Energy Companies. Dave is involved in several charitable activities and programs in Oklahoma and Wisconsin including serving on the Board of Directors of the University of Wisconsin – River Falls Foundation to Chairman of the Administrative Council of the Mustang United Methodist Church. Dave and his wife Patricia have 3 Children and 6 Grandchildren. Dave lives in Yukon, Oklahoma.
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Ken Wilkins
Member | Business Owner Archery Traditions Ken is the owner of Archery Traditions, an indoor range and pro-shop located in Yukon. He serves on the Yukon Chamber of Commerce board and is very involved in the community where he supports several non-profit organizations that help those in need. Ken is a proud Navy veteran. Throughout his life, he has been very involved in various ministries. Ken served in the Royal Rangers organization for over 20 years from the local level up to and including the national staff for 6 years. He has served as a conference Men's Ministries director and as a church administrator. He has been married to his high school sweetheart, Brenda, for 44 years. He has two lovely daughters and three wonderful grandchildren.
Ken lives in Yukon, Oklahoma. |
Jarrid Wright
Member | Sales, Metro Sign Originally from Woodward, Jarrid grew up in a family loyal to McDonalds. His grandfather and father had franchises through the years. His father served on the Ronald McDonald House Board for many years. Through the years Jarrid and his family have been very involved in helping them achieve their mission. From 1995-2018 Jarrid worked for his Father’s McDonalds. His father acquired two stores in Yukon in 2000. Jarrid ran the restaurant from 2003-2017. During that time Jarrid became a part owner and trained to be an owner operator in the McDonalds Second Gen program. The culture of McDonalds changed and In 2017 Jarrid and his father retired from McDonalds and sold the stores. Jarrid began working for Metro Sign in February 2018. He has been the top salesman for the past four of six years. Jarrid is a member of the Yukon Planning Commission, and his family have been members of Life Church Yukon since 2012.
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