Meet Our Board
Isaac Sutphin
President
Tammy Bauman
Co-Vice President
“I firmly believe that everyone has the ability to give, as we all possess the capacity to love, and love is something we can give freely.”
I am deeply committed to addressing the needs within our community and I am especially committed to addressing food insecurity. The Friday Food Bag Foundation spoke to my heart as I believe that no child should ever go hungry. My community-minded approach inspires me to give back, fostering a supportive and nurturing environment for everyone. Having been married for 40 years, I’ve raised my family in this
community, cultivating strong local connections and a deep sense of belonging.
Amanda Santee
Co-Vice President
“My passion for serving with the Friday Food Bag Foundation stems from the belief that no child should ever have to worry about their next meal. It’s an honor to be part of a mission that provides children with the nourishment they need over the weekend, helping to bridge the gap when school meals aren’t available.”
Amanda joined the Board in 2021 after volunteering by filling food bags and witnessing the powerful impact they have on children’s lives. She is dedicated to making a tangible difference for children facing food insecurity. She brings to the Board an unwavering passion for advocating for children and a background in volunteer work and strategic planning.
Amanda values a hands-on approach in planning events, fundraising, packing food bags, and raising awareness about childhood hunger. She loves serving alongside a board of like-minded, dedicated individuals. Amanda is committed to fostering strong relationships with volunteers, donors, and community partners to ensure the Foundation continues to grow and serve more children each year.
As a devoted mother of two and loving wife, Amanda enjoys spending time outdoors and embarking on family adventures worldwide. Professionally, she is proud to be part of the team at the Wyoming Department of Administration and Information. Her personal and professional endeavors are driven by a belief in the power of collective action to create positive change.
Wendy Ross
Secretary
Wendy Ross is originally from California and moved to Wyoming in 2007 to attend law school at the University of Wyoming. After graduating from law school in 2010, Wendy moved to Cheyenne where she has remained. Wendy began her legal career with a general practice firm and represented clients in family law, criminal defense, and bankruptcy matters. She joined the Wyoming Attorney General’s Office in 2014 and began working exclusively in child welfare law. Through her work in child welfare law, Wendy saw food insecurity for local children continuing to grow. She started volunteering at Friday Food Bag Foundation in 2022 to help serve food insecure children in Laramie County. Wendy joined the foundation’s board of directors in January 2023.
Erin Berry
Treasurer
Erin shares, “I’m so grateful to be a part of this organization. Together with the community, we truly make a difference, and it’s an honor to be one small piece of the Friday Food Bag Foundation.”
Erin Berry is the Treasurer for the Friday Food Bag Foundation and has been a Board member since 2021. Erin is an attorney with the law firm of Hirst Applegate and the mother of two amazing children. Erin became a lawyer to advocate for people, and her role on the Friday Food Bag Foundation Board of Directors allows her to pursue that passion outside of the legal realm. When Erin learned of the Friday Food Bag Foundation, the mission spoke to her and moved her. At Erin’s first bag fill, she became emotional at the thought of children not being fed over the weekends and overwhelmed by the sense of community support for those children. After learning about the organization, Erin instantly knew she wanted to have an active role in promoting the mission and working towards feeding children who might not otherwise eat over the weekends.
Jon Weaver
Board Member
Since 2023, I have been a board member and had the privilege of contributing to our organization’s growth and success. I initially provided warehouse space, which later expanded into a broader role involving fulfillment. It was during this time that I realized the value of direct involvement and eventually became a board member. In addition to my board responsibilities, I also serve as the General Manager for Arrow (Sponsor of the Foundation) and have the unique opportunity to drive the University of Wyoming football team truck. Outside of work, I cherish the time spent traveling and creating memories with my wife.
Kasey Schlueter
Board Member
Kasey Schlueter is the school/driver liaison for the Friday Food Bag Foundation (FFBF). Kasey lives just outside of Cheyenne with her husband, Tyler, son, Stetson, and dogs, Blue and Raleigh. Kasey is an attorney at Holland & Hart where the FFBF was founded in 2007 as a Holland & Hart Foundation project. She believes in giving back to her community and helping the next in line, which led her to join the FFBF board in the Fall of 2021. As a new mom, she is more passionate about fighting child food insecurity than ever.
Susann Robbins
Board Member
“If we can conquer space, we can conquer childhood hunger.” — Buzz Aldrin
Susann Robbins rejoined the board in August 2022 after a few years’ hiatus, bringing with her a wealth of experience and a commitment to serving the community. In addition to her work for a local church, Susann is also a dedicated entrepreneur, running her own business. Her servant’s heart has always driven her to work with nonprofits and contribute to the Cheyenne community, and she generously volunteers her time not only on our board but also with various other nonprofits in town. Susann’s expertise in marketing, website management, and social media has proven invaluable to our organization, and she consistently finds innovative ways to utilize these skills to further our foundation’s mission.
Carla Bankes
Board Member
She is a devoted professional with over 25 years of experience in improving child nutrition through her work with USDA Child Nutrition Programs. As a passionate Registered Dietitian, she has had the privilege of serving in various capacities across Texas, Colorado, and Wyoming, enriching her understanding of regional nutritional needs. Carla finds immense fulfillment in nurturing children’s health and well-being through her work. When Carla is not focused on nutrition, she cherishes moments spent with her family, creating culinary delights in the kitchen, and embarking on enriching travel experiences.
Althea Farthing
Board Member
As a long-time educator in Wyoming, I was fortunate to have several of my elementary classroom students become the first recipients for distribution of Friday Food Bags here in Cheyenne. I have seen first hand the very real need for nutritious foods for students in our district; especially over the weekends. I’m privileged and honored to serve on the Friday Food Bag Foundation board in the interests of our youth and look forward to the growth of our organization through strong, consistent community support.
Bill Albrecht
Board Member
Scott Scheffey
Board Member
“Thinking back on several generations of my family, they are the ones who deserve the credit for igniting my passion to feed the children and eliminate food insecurity” — Scott Scheffey
Scott grew up in the rolling green hills of South Central Pennsylvania’s fertile farming land. Numerous relatives have farmed that area for over 130 years providing fruits, vegetables and milk for their families and surrounding communities.
After a 23 year military career he found himself searching for a way to occupy his time and give back to Cheyenne. The Friday Food Bag Foundation helped fill some of that time and he has been filling food bags for several years. Scott’s interest in the Friday Food Bag Foundation became more evident in 2024. He would hang out after most Tuesday evening bag fills to question Board member’s Tammy Bauman and John Weaver about how the foundation conducted business and offer suggestions for improvement. After several months of graciously listening to him, Tammy and John encourage him to apply for a position on the Board.
His interest in helping eliminate food insecurity isn’t limited to Cheyenne. Friday Food Bag Foundation put him in contact with Wyoming First Lady Jennie Gordon and her Wyoming Hunger Initiative’s effort to end hunger in Wyoming. He is now part of the Hunger Champions Circle helping Mrs. Gordon reach that goal.
Scott can be counted on to keep the board moving in a positive direction by identifying, analyzing, and gathering relevant information to reflect and learn from each process.
Thank you to our Visionary Sponsors!
